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Post-Doctoral Fellow (m/f/d) Ecological Modeling (Postdoc)  - (18021713) 

Description

 

Syngenta is a leading science-based agtech company; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

Post-Doctoral Fellow (m/f/d) Ecological Modeling (Postdoc)

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow on a 2-year fixed term contract in our R&D department in Stein AG where you will be given the opportunity to develop new skills while working at the cutting edge of science and innovation. In this role, you will work closely with our chemistry and biology science teams with the goal to further develop our ecological models for soil organisms. The model framework integrates chemical environmental fate modelling, individual-based ecological modelling and toxicokinetic - toxicodynamic modelling.

Your responsibilities:

• Efficiently conceive, plan, prioritize and execute ecological model development (incl. conceptualization, prototyping, implementation, parameterization, testing & validation, application and use for decision making)


• Integrate ecological models with chemical environmental fate modelling


• Parameterize and test models using bespoke laboratory, glasshouse and field experiment data


• Apply models to increase system understanding and improve decision making


• Maintain and develop state-of-the-art knowledge in environmental systems modelling


• Apply knowledge creatively to solve problems


• Communicate regularly on research activities

 

Qualifications

 

What are we looking for:

• A PhD in environmental sciences, biology, ecotoxicology or similar


• Experience in ecological modelling and ideally with individual based models (IBMs) for ecology


• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data


• Good quantitative and computing skills


• Basic understanding of the fate and effects of chemicals in the environment (incl. soil)


• Fluency in English (written and spoken), German would be an advantage but is not a requirement


• Ability to interact in multidisciplinary teams


• Proven organizational & communication skills

What we offer:

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including:

• Scientific and technical excellence


• Work in interdisciplinary teams and with experienced colleagues


• Collaboration with the University of York, UK


• A wealth of scientific data, expertise and the opportunity to generate new data for modelling


• A superb working environment at our Global Research Center in Stein (Aargau, Switzerland)


• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment #bringingplantpotentialtolife

We look forward to receiving your online application including all relevant documents (cover letter, CV, certificates) – reference number 18021713.

Please be aware that the job title may differ from the position title.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Primary Location

: CHE-Stein-Stein AG 

Job

: Human Resources - General Management & Other