PhD Student in Hydrologic Extremes: The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF, part of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) in collaboration with the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich, is seeking a motivated PhD student for a project on “Riverine heatwaves under climate change.” The project, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), aims to investigate the occurrence, drivers, future changes, and risks associated with riverine heatwaves in Europe. The successful candidate will work with a dynamic group focusing on Hydrology and Climate Impacts in Mountain Regions.
| Designation: | PhD Student |
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| Research Area: | Hydrologic Extremes |
| Location: | WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF, Davos |
| Employer: | Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) |
| Collaborator: | Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zurich |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree in hydrology, environmental sciences or engineering, climate sciences, statistics, or a closely related field
- Experience with machine learning and large datasets
- Programming skills (e.g., Python, R)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Motivated to work in an interdisciplinary and international environment
- Enthusiastic about living in a diverse mountain environment
Job Description:
- Conduct research in the project “Riverine heatwaves under climate change”
- Use statistical and machine learning approaches to analyze and understand riverine heatwaves in Europe
- Publish results in scientific journals and present at international conferences
- Obtain a PhD degree at the Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science at ETH Zurich
How to Apply: Send your complete application, including:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Certificate & transcript of your highest degree earned
- An example of your own scientific writing in English
Apply through the webpage provided, uploading the requested documents. Applications via email will not be considered. For inquiries, contact Manuela Brunner at manuela.brunner@slf.ch or phone +41 81 417 03 42.
Disclaimer: This job post is based on information obtained from a reliable source. Applicants are encouraged to verify details on the official WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
