The professorship of Agro-Ecological Modeling at the Institute of Crop Science and Resource Conservation, within the Faculty of Agricultural, Nutritional and Engineering Sciences, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral researcher (100%) starting as soon as possible. This is a full-time position for 3 years with the possibility of extension for another 3 years upon positive evaluation. The position is limited according to § 2 Abs. 1 WissZeitVG, aimed at supporting the scientific qualification of the postdoctoral researcher, such as the development of an independent research profile and preparation for a long-term academic career.
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Summary
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Benefits
- Excellent and well-funded working environment that supports innovation and high-quality research,
- Tailored support to strengthen your research profile and career development,
- Pathways for further academic advancement (e.g., habilitation),
- Opportunities for funded research stays at other (international) institutions,
- Collaborative, international work environment that fosters cross-disciplinary exchange,
- Company pension scheme (VBL),
- Extensive university sports programs,
- Centrally located workplace in Bonn with excellent public transport connections,
- Remuneration according to pay group 13 TV-L.
Requirements
- PhD in (landscape) ecology, conservation biology, ecological modeling, environmental sciences, or related fields, with expertise in biodiversity monitoring and modeling; agroecosystem experience is a plus,
- Strong background in statistical, probabilistic and/or mechanistic modeling, spatial data analysis (preferably in R or Python) and/or AI applications for analyzing complex ecological and environmental data,
- Experience in, and willingness to, conduct fieldwork,
- Field-based species identification skills (birds and/or plants) are an advantage,
- Publication record in international peer-reviewed journals,
- Previous experience in teaching and/or supervising is a plus,
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team, contributing positively to a dynamic and supportive team environment,
- Self-driven, flexible, and results-oriented work ethic and ability to manage independent projects,
- Willingness to contribute to outreach activities, public events, and policy briefs,
- Fluency in written and spoken English, with strong scientific writing skills; German language skills are a plus for teaching but not required.
Application Deadline
November 9, 2025How To Apply
Applications should be sent to [email protected].
Enquiries: please contact Prof. Dr. Anna Cord
For more information, kindly visit University of Bonn scholarship webpage.
