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Technische Universität Dresden - Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Department of Forestry, Institute of Silviculture and Forest Protection, the Chair of Silviculture

TUD Dresden University of Technology, as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. Founded in 1828, today it is a globally oriented, regionally anchored top university as it focuses on the grand challenges of the 21st century. It develops innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues. In research and academic programs, the university unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, facilitating interdisciplinarity and transfer of science to society. As a modern employer, it offers attractive working conditions to all employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The goal is to promote and develop their individual abilities while empowering everyone to reach their full potential. TUD embodies a university culture that is characterized by cosmopolitanism, mutual appreciation, thriving innovation and active participation. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.

Research Associate / Postdoc (m/f/x)

At the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Department of Forestry, Institute of Silviculture and Forest Protection, the Chair of Silviculture offers a position as

Research Associate / Postdoc (m/f/x)
(subject to personal qualification employees are remunerated according to salary group E 13 TV-L)

starting May, 1 2025. The position is limited to July 31, 2027. An extension of the position may be possible based on performance and the availability of funds. The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). The position offers the chance to obtain further academic qualification. Balancing family and career is an important issue. The position is generally suitable for candidates seeking part-time employment. Please indicate the request in your application.

Working field:

  • scientific collaboration in the EU Horizon joint project “Developing precise solutions for climate resilience in agriculture and forestry across the European boreal region (Precilience)” (https://www.precilience.eu)
  • simulation modeling with the “individual-based forest landscape and disturbance model (iLand)” (https://iland-model.org)
  • preparation and evaluation of landscape simulations in hemi-boreal and boreal forests of Europe
  • participation in workshops to develop forest adaptation measures
  • simulation of future forest dynamics and strategies for forest adaptation to climate change
  • exchange with project partners
  • preparation of high-ranking international publications

Requirements:

  • scientific university degree in forest sciences, ecosystem modeling, or a related discipline
  • completed doctorate, preferably in the field of simulation modeling of forest ecosystems
  • expertise and methodological competence in the field of simulation modeling
  • willingness to travel to project meetings, workshops, and conferences outside of Germany
  • teamwork and organizational skills

What we offer:

  • an exciting research position in a qualified, open-minded team
  • an international research network
  • opportunities for personal and professional development, including training programs at TUD
  • 30 days of vacation per calendar year within a 5-days working-week
  • additional pension benefits through the Federal and State Government Employees’ Retirement Fund (VBL)

How to apply:

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The University is a certified family-friendly university and offers a Dual Career Service. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by January 31, 2025 (stamped arrival date or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to dominik.thom@tu-dresden.de or to: TU Dresden, Fakultät Umweltwissenschaften, Fachrichtung Forstwissenschaften, Institut für Waldbau und Waldschutz, Professur für Waldbau, Herrn Prof. Dr. Dominik Thom, Pienner Str. 8, 01737 Tharandt, Germany. Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

Reference to data protection: Your data protection rights, the purpose for which your data will be processed, as well as further information about data protection is available to you on the website: https://tu-dresden.de/karriere/datenschutzhinweis.