Are you passionate about sustainable agriculture and excited by the prospect of contributing to cutting-edge research? The LEGUMINOSE project is seeking a talented and highly motivated researcher to work on modelling intercropping systems as a Postdoc at BOKU University in Vienna, Austria.
Position overview
As a Postdoc in crop modelling, you will play a pivotal role in advancing research on intercropping systems. This full-time, 3-year position is funded by the LEGUMINOSE project and will commence on January 1, 2024.
Key responsibilities
Model development: You will be responsible for developing, parameterizing, and evaluating a process-based model designed to simulate legume-cereal intercropping systems. This involves harnessing historical data as well as new experimental data from research field trials and on-farm living labs spanning diverse pedo-climatic zones across Europe.
Collaboration: You will work closely with the LEGUMINOSE team – an international, multidisciplinary team, fostering an environment of knowledge sharing and innovation.
Stakeholder engagement: Effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders involved in the project is a crucial aspect of this role. You will also have the opportunity to present your research results at scientific conferences and meetings.
Publications: We expect a high level of productivity in terms of peer-reviewed publications.
Qualifications and required skills
Educational background: Applicants should hold a Ph.D. (doctorate) in agricultural systems modelling or a closely related field.
Expertise: Demonstrated experience in developing and enhancing process-based crop models. Advanced knowledge of crop physiology, agronomy, and crop modelling are essential.
Analytical skills:Proficiency in handling large datasets and statistical analysis of experimental data. Strong analytical skills for crop model parameterisation and evaluation are strongly preferred.
Publication record: Documented experience in scientific writing and a history of publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Language skills: Proficiency in both written and spoken English is required.
Application process
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting an application (in English) including:
a cover letter, highlighting your background and experience relevant to the position,
a Curriculum Vitae,
a complete list of peer-reviewed publications, and
contact information of three references, including their names and email addresses.
Please note that only complete applications will be considered for review. While we appreciate all applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should be submitted by November 15, 2023, as a single PDF document via email to: