Postdoctoral Researcher

Job description

Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, is an internationally networked aquatic research institute within the ETH Domain (Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology). Eawag conducts research, education and expert consulting to achieve the dual goals of meeting direct human needs for water and maintaining the function and integrity of aquatic ecosystems. Postdoctoral Researcher The Department of Surface Waters – Research and Management ( SURF ) located in Kastanienbaum (Lucerne) has a vacancy for a Numerical modelling of lakes (Initial appointment for 1 year, with possible extension of up to 3 years) The main objective of this position is to develop robust model-based estimates of tolerable phosphorus loads for Swiss lakes under present and future climatic conditions. The work will substantially contribute to the programme “Biodiverse and Resilient Lakes in the Face of Climate Change” within the second phase of the Swiss Biodiversity Action Plan. This project is funded by the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) and aims to provide a sound scientific basis for future nutrient management strategies in Swiss lakes. Swiss legislation requires that dissolv...