Invitation to apply. The Environmental Biophysics and Ecohydrology group at ISTA invites applications
for one Postdoctoral position in Ecohydrology Modelling to begin in Autumn 2026. The Environmental Biophysics and Ecohydrology group focus on research at the interfaces of biogeosciences, hydrology and soil science. Their primary objective is to understand how global environmental change impact vegetation functioning, water and soil resources, the carbon cycle, and overall ecosystem services within both natural and urban environments. To achieve this, the group employs diverse methodologies, ranging from mechanistic and stochastic models, data analysis and assimilation, as well as field observations.
Qualifications. We are looking for a candidate with a PhD degree in Environmental Science, Environmental
Engineering, Physics or related disciplines which include specific and broad knowledge in the areas of ecohydrology, hydrology, biogeosciences, snow hydrology, and land surface processes. Candidates with an interdisciplinary background are welcome, but strong data analytics skills and knowledge of process-based numerical modelling tools are required. Very solid modelling skills, including programming skills (e.g., Matlab, Julia, Python) are a fundamental pre-requisite for the position. Experience in using land surface models and/or terrestrial biosphere models is important. Experience with large-scale computing would be preferable. Previous
experiences in international contexts are also positively evaluated. The candidate is expected to be a highly organized and proactive person and able to work both in team and independently. Demonstration of innovative scientific results obtained during the PhD and communication skills are important elements of evaluation. A
proficient command of oral/written English is essential.
Responsibilities. The candidate will be responsible for completing the scientific tasks within the research domain of the group, lead and contribute to publications, and is expected to work together with other postdoctoral fellows in the group. Besides contributing to the research activities of a specific project, the successful applicant is expected to support in a broader sense the research of the Environmental Biophysics
and Ecohydrology group.
