Postdoc Position in Agricultural Systems, Germany: Do you have a PhD degree in crop science, computational environmental science, or a closely related field, with a focus on agricultural systems?
Would you like to pursue a Postdoc position at Leibniz Center for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF)? Good news!
The Leibniz Center for Agricultural Landscape Research is currently offering a 26-month Postdoc position, with a possible 6-month extension.
The program is available to candidates with expertise in ecosystem modelling, climate data analysis, and agricultural systems.
It focuses on developing next-generation operational climate services for agriculture, integrating advanced climate data and modelling approaches.
Selected candidates will engage with stakeholders to support informed decision-making and climate resilience through the “Operational Copernicus Climate Change Agriculture Service” project.
Why Pursue a Postdoc Position in Agricultural Systems?
ZALF encourages equality among all employees and accepts applications regardless of ethnicity, cultural or social background, age, religion, philosophy, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. In addition to this, the program offers:
- A multidisciplinary workplace that promotes autonomy and self-sufficiency
- Classification according to the collective agreement of the federal states (TV-L) up to EG 13 (including special annual payment)
- A collaborative and accepting work environment in a vibrant research organization
- Corporate ticket
- In-house German language instruction
- Mobile work options and flexible work schedules, following consultation
Position Description – Postdoc Position in Agricultural Systems
The objective of the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) is to provide solutions for ecologically, economically, and socially sustainable agriculture in collaboration with society.
Under the “Operational Copernicus Climate Change Agriculture Service” project, the role will be centered in the Research Platform “Data Analysis and Simulation” within the Working Group “Ecosystem Modelling.”
Selected candidates will:
- Integrate CAMS (Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service) emission data with crop modelling for Mediterranean agriculture
- Assess climate-smart fertilization and multi-stress adaptation strategies
- Evaluate feasibility and define integration pathways for C3S (Copernicus Climate Change Service) applications
- Support the C3S Agriculture Micro-site and Mediterranean Demonstrator with agronomic insights and data
Qualifications for Postdoc Position in Agricultural Systems
Interested applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- Must have a PhD in crop science, computational environmental science, or a closely related field with a focus on agricultural systems
- Have solid knowledge of crop modelling and/or data-driven approaches for agricultural decision support
- Interested applicants must have robust experience in computer programming, such as Python
- Have proven experience in managing and analysing large climate or environmental datasets
- Must also have excellent written and spoken English skills.
Application Process
To apply, kindly submit your application online – Click here to begin your online application!
For e-mail applications, create a PDF document – each PDF file must not exceed 5 MB; packed PDF documents, and archive files like zip, rar, etc. Note that Word documents cannot be processed and, therefore, cannot be considered
In addition to these, you’ll have to submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of qualification and certificates
- Reference number
Deadline and Contact Information
Application deadline: 21st November 2025