Senior Researcher / Postdoc

Helmholtz-Zentrum für Umweltforschung UFZ - via Umantis - Leipzig - 28-03-2019 zur Vakanz  

Subject: Systems analysis of key bioeconomy technologies

working time: 80%, start: as soon as possible, offered until December 2020

Your tasks:

  • Assessment of key technologies in the bioenergy/bioeconomy field
  • Involvement in concept development of biobased production systems for materials and energy
  • Involvement in the conceptualization of an ex-ante life cycle assessment method for evaluating the previously established development scenarios
  • Engagement in LCA research activities in the bioeconomy field
  • Scientific publications on the developed LCA methods for regional assessments
  • Involvement in the conception of applied research projects
The candidate is expected to carry out a hands-on research for assessing bioeconomy regions, using the tools and methods existing at our Department and complementing them with the latest international developments in the field.

Your profile:

  • PhD degree (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. environmental sciences, environmental or process engineering)
  • Strong background in LCA is required, as well as experience with process modelling
  • Committment to an independent, self-responsible work, whilst at the same time committing to a highly interdisciplinary and team-oriented commitment to solution-oriented interdisciplinary research are mandatory characteristics of the new team members

We offer:

  • Excellent technical facilities which are without parallel
  • The freedom you need to bridge the difficult gap between basic research and close to being ready for application
  • Work in inter-disciplinary, multinational teams and excellent links with national and international research networks
  • A vibrant region with a high quality of life and a wide cultural offering for a balance between family and professional life
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