The incumbent will conduct modeling exercises for mechanistic hypotheses generation and prediction
of greenhouse gas emissions at the regional scale. The mechanistic modeling will focus on soil C and N
dynamics in deeper soil layers and soil aggregates as affected by root growth.

The main objective is to
include measurable pools and isotopic data into prototype models to further constrain and thereby
improve the initialization and parameterization of the models and generate novel hypotheses to be
experimentally tested. Within the regional greenhouse gas emission assessments, the work will be
focused on pan-European estimates of C sequestration and N2O emissions from arable land. The
incumbent is expected to supervise M.S. students.

Suitable candidates should have a Ph.D. in biogeochemistry with a strong background in simulation
modeling and experience in computer programming (e.g., Fortran, C, Matlab, R, etc.) is required.

We look forward to receiving your online application including a CV, application letter and the names of
three references before 20 November 2017. Starting date: Immediately or by agreement. Please note
that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via
email or postal services will not be considered.

For further information about the group please visit our website www.sae.ethz.ch. Questions regarding
the position should be directed to Dr. J. Six or Dr. M. Necpalova, (no applications).