Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecological Modelling: The Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher role focused on deep-sea ecological modelling, part of the MacroHolos and AbyScapes projects. This position aims to explore mechanisms driving benthic biodiversity in abyssal seascapes, with a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary research and international collaboration.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Deep-Sea Ecological Modelling
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Research Area | Location |
|---|---|
| Environmental, Climate, and Ecological Modelling | Barcelona, Spain |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Professional Experience:
- Experience in ecological modelling, oceanography, environmental sciences, or related disciplines.
- Strong publication track record in international scientific journals.
- Demonstrated experience in ecological or oceanographic data analysis.
- Proficiency in R, Python, Shell script, or MATLAB.
- Familiarity with CMIP products or hydrographic data analysis is desirable.
- Languages:
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Catalan or Spanish is an asset.
- Competences and Skills:
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Excellent data management, scientific writing, and presentation abilities.
- Capacity to work independently and proactively.
- Commitment to collaborative, multidisciplinary research.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be involved in:
- Processing global oceanographic data (e.g., WOA, Copernicus) and Earth System Model outputs to generate high-resolution environmental characterisation of the abyssal benthic boundary layer (BBL).
- Running Lagrangian larval particle dispersal simulations using OpenDrift.
- Developing and implementing Hierarchical Modelling of Species Communities (e.g., HMSC) to analyze biodiversity-environment-disturbance relationships.
- Producing open-access environmental and biological databases and high-impact scientific publications.
- Collaborating with international partners and contributing to multi-institutional research outputs and meetings.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter (1 page max) and a CV to: esimon@icm.csic.es.
Candidatures will be reviewed upon receipt, and the first round of interviews will start in late January 2026.
Last Date to Apply:
30 January 2026
For more information about the ICM and the research group, please visit ICM Website.
