Research Associate Position (f/m/x) with PhD track: Adaptive and sustainable water resource manag...

Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution in Germany is seeking a candidate for a junior research group position focusing on resilient and sustainable planning of water supply systems under uncertainty. The role involves data analysis, modeling, and participatory approaches to enhance decision-making regarding climate extremes and competing water demands. Ideal for those interested in environmental research and collaboration with urban and ecosystem interactions.

Aufgaben

• Focus on resilient and sustainable planning of water supply systems under uncertainty.
• Combine data analysis, modeling, and participatory approaches.
• Understand and improve decision-making in the face of climate extremes and competing water demands.

Jobbeschreibung

Area of research:

Other

Starting date:

01.02.2026

Job description:

As part of the junior research group “navigate”, the position focuses on resilient and sustainable planning of water supply systems under uncertainty, considering the interactions between urban centers, surrounding regions, and ecosystems. The project combines data analysis, modeling, and participatory approaches to understand and improve decision‑making in the face of climate extremes, population growth, and competing water demands.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.