Post-Doctoral Opportunity – EU-funded Project: The Forest Science and Technology Centre of Catalonia (CTFC) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher within the EU-funded project eco2adapt. The project focuses on “Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Changemaking to Shape, Protect, and Maintain the Resilience of Tomorrow’s Forests.” Join a dynamic research institute in Solsona, Spain, contributing to advancing forest science and resilience.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Ecosystem-based Adaptation, Forest Resilience, Environmental Sciences
Location: CTFC, Solsona (Pre-Pyrenees, 120 km from Barcelona), Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s Degree in Forestry, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline.
- Ph.D. in Forest/Environmental Sciences.
- Capacity and experience in R+D projects and leadership capacities.
- Demonstrated computer skills in GIS and database management.
- Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced statistical packages in R.
- Proven experience in writing scientific manuscripts.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Job Description: The successful candidate will contribute to project design and development, lead forest data analysis, produce technical reports and scientific papers, participate in result dissemination, and attend project meetings.
How to Apply:
- Submit curriculum vitae and a motivation letter to borsa.treball@ctfc.cat by 15th January 2024.
- Include the reference code of the offer in your application.
Last Date for Apply: 15 January 2024
Table: Terms of the Appointment
| Contract Start | Duration | Location | Gross Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2024 | 2 years | CTFC, Solsona, or University of Lleida, Spain | €29,000 – €30,000/year |
Table: Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to project design and development.
- Lead analysis of forest data and produce technical reports and scientific papers.
- Participate in result dissemination in scientific and technical meetings.
- Attend project meetings.
Table: Basic Requirements
| Qualification | Skills/Experience |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree in Forestry/Environmental Sci. | R+D project experience, leadership capacities |
| Ph.D. in Forest/Environmental Sci. | GIS and database management skills |
| Computer skills in GIS and database management | Experience with advanced statistical packages in R |
| Experience in advanced statistical packages | Proven ability to write scientific manuscripts |
| Excellent English communication skills |
Table: Desirable Requirements
| Skills/Experience |
|---|
| Excellent organizational skills |
| Capacity in knowledge-transfer |
| Proficiency in Spanish and Catalan |
| Driving licence (class B) |
Table: Soft Competences
| Competences |
|---|
| Team player |
| Critical thinking |
| Attention to detail |
| Independence in organization |
| Result-oriented |
| Flexibility and adaptation |
| Initiative and proactivity |
| Availability for sporadic travel |
Contact Information: Forest Science and Technology Center of Catalonia Crta. of St. Llorenç de Morunys, km 2 (direction Port del Comte) 25280 Solsona Tel. (+34) 973 48 17 52 E-mail: borsa.treball@ctfc.cat CTFC Website CTFC Transparency
Selection Process: Led by Dr. Lluís Coll and Dr. José Ramón González, overseen by CTFC’s Management Office and Human Resources Area.
- Admission of candidates: Until 15th January 2024, submit CV and motivation letter to borsa.treball@ctfc.cat, indicating the reference code.
- Pre-selection: Verification of minimum requirements.
- Selection (end January 2024): Assessment based on criteria and interview.
- Final decision: Formal communication to the selected candidate.
Note: CTFC guarantees an open, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process (OTM-R) to avoid any bias based on gender, origin, age, ideology, or other discriminatory circumstances. Integration policy includes a reservation for staff with a certificate of recognized disability.
