Website Leibniz Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ)

Tasks

  • process-based mathematical modelling of agricultural systems
  • simulation studies of modelled systems
  • support for life cycle assessment on process (LCA) and product scale in cooperation with the project partner
  • supervision of bachelor and master students
  • active participation in the coordination and involvement of the EcoNutri project
  • writing scientific publications and Presentation of results to the international project consortium and scientific audience

Your qualifications and profile

  • a PhD with emphasis on systems modelling with horticultural or agricultural context
  • strong background in process-based mathematical modelling of crop production systems in horticulture or agriculture
  • knowledge of mathematical analytics and ability to translate processes to equations and to systems
  • experience in systems modelling, preferably programming in Matlab
  • experience or interest in LCA, preferably knowledge in SimaPro
  • excellent organization and English language communication skills
  • open, flexible and positive person, able to take the initiative
  • readiness to integrate into an international working environment

The employment will be initially at the earliest from October 1, 2024 for a period of 15 months. The salary will be based on qualification and research experience according to the wage agreement TV-L, up to pay scale 13, full time. The position is suitable for part-time work with at least 32 hours/week.

To apply for this job please visit igzev.de.