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Postdoctoral Researcher in Soil Moisture Retrieval Using Earth Observation Data at Eurac Research, Italy (2026)

Eurac Research, one of Europe's leading interdisciplinary research centers, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Soil Moisture Retrieval with Earth Observation (EO) Data  to join the Institute for Earth Observation in Bolzano (Bozen), Italy. This exciting opportunity focuses on satellite remote sensing, machine learning, hydrology, and environmental monitoring within two major international research initiatives funded by Horizon Europe and the European Space Agency (ESA). Applications are open until 30 June 2026 . About Eurac Research Eurac Research is an internationally recognized research institute located in the heart of the Italian Alps in Bolzano, South Tyrol. The Institute for Earth Observation specializes in: Satellite remote sensing Climate monitoring Environmental modelling Geospatial data analysis Mountain ecosystem monitoring Researchers work in a highly international environment and manage extensive Earth Observation datasets used to address environmental and climate...

Postdoc Position - Visualizing and Mapping Social and Environmental Disruptions in Forest and Coastal Communities at Wageningen University, Netherlands (2026)

Wageningen University & Research (WUR), Netherlands, is inviting applications for a fully funded Postdoctoral Researcher position in Visualizing and Mapping Social and Environmental Disruptions in Forest and Coastal Communities . This interdisciplinary opportunity combines GIS, environmental science, geography, climate change research, social sciences, and community-based fieldwork to understand how climate-related disturbances affect both landscapes and local communities. The position is jointly hosted by the Forest and Nature Conservation Policy Group (FNP) and the Cultural Geography Group (GEO) within the Department of Environmental Sciences at Wageningen University. Applications are open until 6 July 2026 . About the Research Project Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of environmental disturbances such as: Floods Droughts Windstorms Forest disturbances Coastal environmental changes While these events alter landscapes, they also affect the social, cultur...

Postdoctoral Scholar in Earth and Climate Sciences at Tufts University, USA (2026)

Tufts University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Earth and Climate Sciences to join the research group of Dr. Allie Balter-Kennedy in the Department of Earth and Climate Sciences. This exciting opportunity focuses on understanding glacier and landscape responses to past climate change through field observations, geochemical techniques, and numerical modeling. The position is based in Medford, Massachusetts, USA , and is ideal for researchers interested in glacial geomorphology, paleoclimate reconstruction, cosmogenic-nuclide geochemistry, and glacier modeling. Applications received by 1 July 2026 will receive full consideration. About the Research Opportunity Climate change has significantly influenced glacier dynamics and landscape evolution throughout Earth's history. Understanding how glaciers responded to past climate shifts is critical for improving predictions of future glacier behavior and associated environmental impacts. The successful postdoctora...

ISTA-Fellow 2026: Fully Funded Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA)

The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) has officially opened applications for the prestigious ISTA-Fellow 2026 Program , offering fully funded two-year postdoctoral fellowships for outstanding early-career researchers from around the world. The fellowship provides an exceptional opportunity to conduct frontier basic research in a highly international and interdisciplinary environment alongside some of the world's leading scientists. Researchers from the natural sciences, computer science, mathematics, and related disciplines are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is 8 September 2026 . About the ISTA-Fellow Program The ISTA-Fellow Program is an international postdoctoral fellowship initiative designed to attract highly talented researchers to pursue innovative and independent research projects at ISTA. The program supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers who are eager to: Conduct cutting-edge basic research Collaborate with world-leading scientists Bu...

Postdoctoral Researcher/Lecturer in International Politics and Global Inequality at the University of Konstanz, Germany (2026)

The University of Konstanz, Germany, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher/Lecturer position in the field of International Politics and Global Inequality. The position is affiliated with the Chair of International Politics – Global Inequality, led by Prof. Dr. Gabriele Spilker , and the prestigious Cluster of Excellence “The Politics of Inequality.” This fully funded academic position offers an excellent opportunity for early-career scholars in political science and related disciplines to combine independent research with university teaching in an internationally recognized research environment. Applications are open until 1 July 2026 . About the University of Konstanz The University of Konstanz is one of Germany’s leading research universities and has been continuously funded under Germany’s prestigious Excellence Strategy since 2006. Located on a modern campus near Lake Constance, the university hosts approximately 10,000 students and promotes: Interdisciplinary r...

Assistant Professor in Biophysics of Living Systems at TU Delft, Netherlands (2026)

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), Netherlands, has announced an exciting tenure-track-style Assistant Professor position in Biophysics of Living Systems within the Department of Bionanoscience and the prestigious Kavli Institute of Nanoscience Delft. This Academic Career Track position offers an outstanding opportunity for early-career researchers to establish an independent research group at the interface of physics, biology, nanotechnology, and synthetic biology while contributing to one of Europe's leading research environments in life sciences and biophysics. Applications are open until 30 July 2026. About the Position The Department of Bionanoscience is seeking an outstanding experimental scientist to investigate how molecular interactions give rise to biological function and cellular behavior. The department's mission is to understand: How life emerges from molecular interactions The physical principles governing living systems Mechanisms underlying disease deve...

Postdoctoral Researcher in Citizen Science and Ecology at NIOO-KNAW, Netherlands (2026)

The Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to explore the value of citizen science in ecological research and environmental monitoring. This unique opportunity combines ecology, biodiversity monitoring, science communication, environmental data management, and public engagement. The position is based in Wageningen, Netherlands, and aims to strengthen the integration of citizen science across the institute's research departments while developing a long-term vision for a dedicated citizen science hub. Applications are open until 19 June 2026 . About the Position Citizen science has become an increasingly important tool for biodiversity monitoring, environmental data collection, and public engagement in science. NIOO-KNAW has a long history of successful citizen science initiatives, including: Bird ringing programmes through the Dutch Bird Migration Centre (Vogeltrekstation) Volunteer-based monitoring of small freshwater systems National soil...