Postdoctoral Researcher in multimedia water fate modelling (IV-98/19)
Jobbnorge ID: 165185
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About the position
The Industrial Ecology Programme (IndEcol), Department of Energy and Process Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is seeking a 2-year Postdoctoral Researcher to work on multimedia water fate modelling.
The Head of Department is Professor Terese Løvås. Francesca Verones (Industrial Ecology Programme) undertakes day-to-day supervision of this position. Trondheim is the place of duty. Starting date is 1 August at the latest.
Job description
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is widely used for quantifying environmental impacts of products and processes throughout their whole life cycle. Often LCAs are used for decision-making and are included in the development of policies and regulations. However, there is a shortcoming in modelling the complexity of fate processes of water within LCA.
The aim of this position is to develop new methods for analyzing the environmental consequences of volumetric water uses within LCA. This project will give us the opportunity to address the methodological shortcoming concerning the quantification of water usage and the related environmental effects.
The outcome will be a model describing the change in water availability in a compartment per m3 of additional water consumed. These fate factors will be combined with effect factors to obtain indicators informing about the potential impacts on ecosystems. The Postdoc will therefore develop effect factors quantifying the effects of change in water availability on freshwater dependent ecosystems, with a focus on aquatic species, starting with freshwater habitat alterations.
It is expected that the outcomes of this research will be published in peer-reviewed, scientific literature.
Qualifications, skills and experience requirements
A postdoctoral research fellowship is a qualification position in which the main objective is qualification for work in academic positions. Completion of a Norwegian doctoral degree in Industrial Ecology, or a corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree is required. A background in Life Cycle Impact Assessment model development is an advantage.
In addition, we wish the candidate to have a background in hydrology and ecology. Knowledge of hydrological alteration processes and their environmental effects is beneficial. Strong analytical capabilities and good written and oral communication skills are essential. Competence in geographical information systems (e.g. ArcGIS) is required and competence in a mathematical modelling tool (e.g. Matlab, R) and a hydrological modelling tool (e.g. HBV model) is an advantage. In addition, the applicant must be fluent in English. For possible research collaboration, knowledge of Norwegian and German is an advantage.
The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, postdoctor and research assistant.
In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal suitability, in terms of the requirements specified in the advertisement.
We offer
- exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
- an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
- favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
- employee benefits
Salary and conditions
Postdoctoral candidates are remunerated in code 1352, and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 515 200 per annum, before tax. From the salary, 2 % is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
The period of employment is 2 years.
Appointment takes place on the terms that apply to State employees at any time, and after the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.
General information
A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background. Under the Freedom of Information Act (offentleglova), information about the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to have their name entered on the list of applicants.
Questions about the position can be directed to Francesca Verones, email: francesca.verones@ntnu.no
About the application:
Publications and other academic works that the applicant would like to be considered in the evaluation must accompany the application. Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify the individual applicant's contribution to joint works, the applicant must include a brief description of his or her contribution.
Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates. Applicants invited for interview must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters. Please refer to the application number IV-98/19 when applying.
Application deadline: 01.03.2019
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