Join a dynamic research group focused on global biome mapping and climate change impacts at a leading Swiss research institute. This role is part of a project aimed at predicting ecosystem hotspots using innovative eco-evolutionary frameworks. The position is for 18 months with a possibility of extension.
Your tasks
- Contribute to developing a mapping pipeline for global biomes
- Use and analyze gridded data on climate, remote sensing, species occurrence, and plant trait information
- Analyze biome boundaries and map the spatial distribution of key plant functional types worldwide
- Test and refine a new theory in biome biogeography by comparing predictions with data
- Create key products for further analysis
- Collaborate with international partners as part of a dynamic research group
What you bring
- PhD in ecology or a related field
- Expert knowledge in macroecology, functional ecology, spatial ecology/modelling, and processing high-volume data sets
- Strong coding skills in R, Python, and GIT
- Additional strengths: remote sensing, cluster computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence
- Ability to develop new ideas independently
- Very good English skills, both written and spoken
- Curious, self-reliant, and an excellent team player who values cooperation
What we offer
- Work in a dynamic, international research group
- Opportunity to collaborate with leading international partners
- Engage in innovative projects with real-world impact
- Diversity and inclusion are core values, with active promotion of gender equality and an open, inclusive work environment
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Über uns
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL is part of the ETH Domain and is dedicated to sustainable environmental use, protection, and addressing natural hazards. Around 600 people contribute to impactful research in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
Das Team
The Dynamic Macroecology Research Group, led by Dr. Niklaus E. Zimmermann, focuses on spatial ecology, macroecology, macroevolution, and global biome dynamics, working collaboratively on innovative science questions.