Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Urban Metabolism, Supply Chains, and Land Use

The Department of Coevolution of Land Use and Urbanization at the Max Planck Institute of Geoanthropology is offering a postdoctoral research fellowship focused on urban metabolisms, ecosomes, and supply chains. The successful candidate will analyze urban energy, material, and population flows across multiple temporal horizons, emphasizing land use impacts and environmental risks. The role involves integrating multidisciplinary research and datasets into current debates in Urban Studies. Candidates should have a strong background in Urban Science or related fields, with experience in computational methods. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge research in Jena, known for its interdisciplinary research environment. The position is full-time for 3 years, starting March 1, 2027, with some flexibility in the start date.