Postdoctoral Position in Animal Migration: The Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior is offering a postdoctoral position to develop calibration and bias correction methods for bio-logging data collected from migrating white storks, as well as to develop and test tracking devices that can obtain calibrated measurements of environmental variables like temperature, air pressure, and wind. This interdisciplinary project aims to explore how animal-borne sensor data can improve daily weather forecasts.
Postdoctoral Position (m/f/d) in Animal Migration and Weather Forecasting
Designation
Postdoctoral Position (m/f/d)
Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Animal migration, weather forecasting, environmental sensor data |
| Location | Konstanz, Germany |
| Type of Employment | 100%, initially limited to 2 years |
| Salary | In accordance with experience, qualification, and the collective agreement for public service (TVöD-Bund) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed PhD and research experience in natural sciences, computer sciences, or engineering
- Experience with quantitative methods, preferably analysis of tracking movement data
- Proficiency in written and spoken English (C1 level), German proficiency is not required
- Familiarity with R or Python programming languages, experience in data science and statistical modelling
- Good organizational and communication skills
- Publications in international, peer-reviewed journals
- Team-oriented working style
Job Description
- Develop calibration and bias correction methods for the existing bio-logging data collected from white storks.
- Develop/test tracking devices that can obtain calibrated measurements of ambient temperature, air pressure, and wind from the surrounding environment of free-living white storks.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following application documents by November 15, 2024 via the online application link:
- Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) describing your research background, key accomplishments, interests, career goals, and motivation for the position.
- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact information for 3 references
- One example publication that demonstrates your skills
Last Date for Apply
November 15, 2024
