Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Ecological Stability

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Unlike project-based postdoctoral positions, this fellowship is intended for researchers who wish to develop and lead their own research programme. Applicants are therefore expected to propose an original research agenda that aligns with the broad scientific interests of the group.

We welcome proposals that contribute to understanding and predicting ecological stability through theoretical, computational, experimental, observational, or interdisciplinary approaches, or combinations thereof.

The fellowship combines substantial intellectual freedom with active mentorship and support. Fellows will shape and pursue their own research programme while benefiting from regular scientific interaction, guidance, and collaboration within the research group and the wider research environment at the University of Zurich.

We are particularly interested in applicants who are motivated by important scientific questions, who enjoy collaborative research, and who can articulate a clear vision for how their proposed work will advance the field.

The fellowship is funded for up to three years.

The successful applicant will have access to:

• research funding to support the proposed programme;
• computing resources and analytical resources;
• laboratory facilities and infrastructure within the research group;
• opportunities for collaboration within the University of Zurich and beyond;
• a supportive, inclusive, and collegial research environment.
  Projects involving fieldwork and or analyses of local to large scale ecological data are welcome, although such work should be planned, organised, and led by the fellow as part of the proposed research programme.
  Projects involving Arctic ecosystems are welcomed, and may be supported through collaboration with Prof. Dr. Gabriela Schaepman-Strub , (University of Zurich).

Applicants must have been awarded their PhD no more than four years before the Final date to receive applications.

We welcome applications from researchers who can demonstrate:

• a compelling vision for future research;
• creativity and initiative in developing scientific ideas;
• a strong record of research achievement relative to career stage;
• the ability to bring research projects to completion;
• enthusiasm for collaborative and constructive research environments.
  We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds relevant to ecological stability.

Maja Weilenmann
Assistant

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