Scientist (f/m/x) – Soil System Modeller

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Scientist (f/m/x) – Soil System Modeller The job: During the last 10 years we developed a process-oriented, systemic soil model (BODIUM) to simulate and predict the impact of climate and soil management on highly relevant soil functions (i.e. productivity, carbon storage, water- and nutrient cycling, biological activity and diversity). The model is open access (git.ufz.de/bodium/bodium_v1-2) and coded in C++. We are looking for a highly motivated scientist to join the team at the Department of Soil System Sciences to further develop the BODIUM model in cooperation with soil scientists at UFZ and beyond. The successful candidate should be prepared to take on a leadership role in model development and to coordinate existing and upcoming collaboration with external partners.She/he should actively participate in applying for external funding. The position is initially limited to 08/2027 but may be extended if approved in a strategy process. Place of work: Halle (Saale) , Flexible/mobile working arrangements available Working time: 100 % (39h/week) The job position is available for full-time or part-time employment. Contract limitations: limited contract / 31.08.2027 Salary: Remuneratio...