Postdoctoral researcher (TV-L 13, 80-100%, 6 years) - BRIGHT-Futures: Bright Spots in AgricultureThe Faculty of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Hohenheim is looking to fill a position for a Postdoctoral researcher (m/f/x) to contribute to the project "Bright Spots in Agriculture – Learning from Today's Models for a Sustainable Future (BRIGHT-Futures)". This project is funded by the Anton- and Petra Ehrmann Foundation and is led by Jun.-Prof. Dr. Verena Seufert, Jun.-Prof. Dr. Andreas Schweiger, and Prof. Dr. Ingo Grass. The BRIGHT-Futures project addresses the urgent need for sustainable agricultural practices amidst climate change, environmental degradation, and social injustices. The project aims to learn from existing solutions—regions and farms that are economically viable, socially just, climate-friendly, and biodiversity-promoting. By studying the ecological and socio-economic mechanisms of successful sustainable farming systems in India, Kenya, Mexico, and Germany, the project aims to draw conclusions about generalizable principles and leverage points of these Bright Spots.
The project has the following objectives:
Identification of Bright Spots: Identify successful sustainable agricultural systems through analysis of secondary and empirical field data.Mechanisms of Bright Spots: Conduct detailed interdisciplinary field studies to uncover success factors.Leverage Points for Bright Spots: Identify effective leverage points to promote widespread agricultural transformation.We are offering a Postdoctoral position (80-100%) for 6 years, starting October 15, 2024 (or earlier, if possible) based in Stuttgart, Germany. The Postdoctoral position will be cross-appointed by three different departments at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences.
The role of the Postdoc will be to lead the first phase (Identification of Bright Spots) and third phase (Leverage Points for Bright Spots) of the project, while also contributing to co-designing the second phase (Mechanisms of Bright Spots).
Responsibilities: Independently carry out cutting-edge interdisciplinary and solution-oriented research on sustainable agricultural systems.Collect secondary spatial data and carry out spatial analysis mapping Bright Spots.Contribute to the design and execution of field studies in the four case study regions.Develop and deepen networks with local partners in case study regions.Contribute to supervision of MSc and PhD students.Discuss and share results with project partners.Attend regular project meetings and workshops.Lead the writing of scientific publications and contribute to other research outputs.Potentially contribute to teaching in the Department 430c.Minimum Requirements: A PhD in geography, ecology, interdisciplinary environmental sciences, agricultural sciences, or related field.Strong interest in sustainability issues as they pertain to agricultural systems.Good understanding of agricultural and/or socio-environmental systems.Experience with interdisciplinary research.In-depth knowledge of theories, frameworks, and methods from at least two different disciplines.Strong analytical skills.Existing knowledge of multiple comparative and/or interdisciplinary quantitative scientific methods.Knowledge of R and spatial analysis software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).Strong collaborative skills and interest in working with an interdisciplinary and international project team.Excellent command of the English language (written and oral).Commitment to contribute to a positive work environment.Organizational skills and ability to work independently.Experience conducting transdisciplinary or participatory research would be a strong asset.Experience doing field research in at least one of the case study regions.Ability to communicate in any of the case study languages would be an asset.Experience supervising junior researchers and mentoring students.We offer: Opportunity to work in an international highly interdisciplinary research project.Flexible working time in consultation with the team.A pleasant, highly collaborative and inclusive working atmosphere.Remuneration according to the collective agreement of the federal states (TV-L) 13.The position is available from October 15, 2024, on a full-time basis (80-100%). After an initial trial period of 6 months, the position is available for the full duration of the project.
For international candidates, the University of Hohenheim offers support with the logistics of relocating to Germany. Disabled persons will be given preference if equally qualified. The University aims to increase the number of female scientists, thus applications from women are particularly welcome.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Application: Please enclose a short letter of motivation, curriculum vitae (CV), current transcripts, and contact information of 2 professional references. Applications need to be submitted through the University of Hohenheim application portal.
Application deadline: Application reviews will start August 31, 2024, and applications close September 15, 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact: Jun.-Prof. Dr. Verena Seufert, ******
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