Postdoctoral Position in the Climate Extremes’ Storyline "Heat and Health"

ppThe new NCCRCLIM+ programme invites applications for a Postdoctoral Position in the Climate Extremes’ Storyline "Heat and Health" at ETH Zurich. /p h3Project background /h3 pThe NCCR CLIM+ is a new National Center of Competence in Research that establishes the first fully interdisciplinary, Switzerland-wide climate research community. NCCR CLIM+ aims to tackle pressing issues related to climate extremes such as heatwaves, floods, heavy rainfalls, droughts, wildfires, and further compound events. The research programme will interact with stakeholders ranging from public health to finance, agriculture, and water management to produce actionable solutions related to climate change adaptation and mitigation. Further information about NCCR CLIM+ can be found on our website. /p pTo facilitate cross-disciplinary communication and stakeholder engagement, NCCR CLIM+ will develop storylines of plausible futures encompassing the physical and social dimensions of extreme climate outcomes. The storylines offer narratives that allow our interdisciplinary research team to carefully assess co-benefits and trade-offs in the transformation towards a climate‑resilient society. /p h3Job description /h3 pThe Postdoctoral Fellow for the Storyline “Heat and Health” will be affiliated with Prof. Sonia Seneviratne at ETH Zurich. The work will be conducted in close collaboration with the research groups of Prof. Johanna Ziegel (ETH Zurich) and Prof. Ana Vicedo‑Cabrera (Uni Bern). /p pThe main responsibilities will be as follows: /p ul liCo‑develop a vision for one climate extreme storyline for Switzerland (heat and health), in collaboration with NCCR CLIM+ researchers /li liIntegrate cross‑disciplinary research related to the storyline from several work packages, research groups and institutions of NCCR CLIM+, ranging from natural climate models to the analysis of impacts, adaptation and mitigation measures /li liConduct interdisciplinary research at the interface between natural and social sciences and publish results in scientific and applied journals /li liInitiate and actively promote cross‑cutting activities under the supervision of the storyline Lead PIs and Team of Directors, involving NCCR CLIM+ members across all levels and stakeholders across different sectors /li liInteract and manage contacts with public and private stakeholders involved in the storyline /li liRegularly exchange with other storyline postdocs, two storyline coordinators, and the postdoc dedicated to stakeholder engagement at the NCCR CLIM+ Management Center /li /ul pThis position is particularly attractive for postdocs aiming for a career at the interface between science, policy and society. /p pThe position is funded for a duration of 3.5 years; the contract term is one year at a time, with the option of renewal. /p h3Profile /h3 ul liPhD in climate science, environmental science, environmental epidemiology, public health or a related field /li liInterest and experience in studying the relation between heat and health, climate extremes and society /li liExperience in research coordination, science integration, policy development and/or stakeholder engagement is a plus /li liIntegrative personality with interest in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary work at the interface of climate science, social science and health /li liKnowledge of the landscape of stakeholders in Switzerland related to heat and health /li liAbility to speak the language of different scientific disciplines and of stakeholders, and to connect both worlds through engaging and enriching conversations /li liSense of responsibility, quick learner, ability to take initiative, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, team player /li liCurious, creative and tolerant to uncertainty as the storyline needs to be defined and further developed over time /li liExcellent command of English; knowledge of German and/or French is of strong advantage (written and spoken) /li liWillingness to commute to different work places (ETH Zurich, Uni Bern and other places) /li /ul h3We offer /h3 ul libA job with impact /b: NCCR CLIM+ supports your professional development and contributes to positive change in society /li liFlexible working conditions in an inspiring, international research environment /li liVaried tasks at the interface of science, policy and society /li liAn engaged and supportive team /li liConferences, workshops and training opportunitiesOpportunities to expand your network and gain valuable experience in academic leadership and project development /li /ul h3We value diversity and sustainability /h3 pIn line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate‑neutral future. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr