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🌳🌲#Sciencejob Alert! MSc in #forest or #environmental #science? Knowledge of #climate adaptive forest management, project management skills & readiness to carry out fieldwork in Armenia? We are looking for a #research assistant for the FORACCA project! 🌱 apply.refline.ch/273855/1729/...
The Forest Resources and Forest Management research unit collects and analyzes data on the Swiss forest to improve our understanding of its state and develop scientifically sound solutions for sustainable management. The Stand Dynamics and Silviculture group researches stand development with and without human interventions. For the Forest Restoration and Climate Change in Armenia (FORACCA) project, we are looking for two years starting in September 2025 or by arrangement for a Research assistant 80% (f/m/d) to support the project with silvicultural expertise and to develop recommendations for the management of forested areas and afforestation in Armenia in a changing climate. To achieve this goal, you will collect information on current silvicultural practices and ecosystem services and identify open questions, knowledge gaps and existing problems. You will analyze the effects of climate change on forested areas and ecosystem services and assess the potential of possible measures to adapt to climate change. You will further make your findings and recommendations available for implementation by preparing documents for Armenian stakeholders and by participating in local dissemination. You have a graduate degree in forest or environmental sciences (at least MSc. level), very profound knowledge in climate adaptive forest management, good project management skills and the willingness to carry out field and implementation work in Armenia at least twice. To communicate easily with the international project partners, proficiency of English (W+S) is essential. Other languages such as German, Armenian and/or Russian are an advantage, as is a Cat. B driving permit. To be successful in this project, you must communicate very precisely, work independently, thoughtfully and efficiently. A healthy ability to work in a team and a high degree of flexibility are also important.
April 23, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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Swiss #forestry expertise for #Armenia: As part of the Forest Restoration and Climate Change in Armenia (#FORACCA) project WSL researchers are working together with the Forest Alliance Armenia. One key product of this cooperation is now published: foracca.wsl.ch/en/neue-seit... #forestrestoration
Fact Sheet: Forest Benefits for Armenia
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July 8, 2026 at 6:05 AM
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🌦️🌳🖥️ #PostDoc Alert! #PhD in #climatology or #EnvironmentalScience? Expertise in climate modeling and #Python? Our #Research Group Dynamic Macroecology is looking for a PostDoc in regional climate downscaling! apply.refline.ch/273855/1747/... #ClimateModels #ScienceJobs
Job offer: The Dynamic Macroecology group within the Land Change Science research unit conducts data- and model-based analyses of the effects of climate change and thus provides an important basis for decision-making for the future - both internationally and nationally. We are offering a position within the FORACCA (Forest Restoration and Climate Change in Armenia) project, starting immediately, for a duration of 1.5 years, as a PostDoc regional climate downscaling 80-100% (f/m/d) You will join the FORACCA project, funded by the Swiss Development Cooperation (DEZA). The project supports reforestation efforts on community lands, promotes climate-smart forest management, and fosters climate-resilient local development in Armenia. It aims to deliver cutting-edge scientific insights and targeted policy assistance, ensuring tangible impacts across multiple scales. In your role, you will be responsible for developing state-of-the-art downscaled regional climate models for Armenia, utilizing the topographic downscaling method CHELSA (Climatologies at High Resolution for the Earth's Land Surface Areas). You will conduct bias correction of CHELSA observational data with data provided by local Armenian meteorological stations. Additionally, you will downscale selected regional climate models to a resolution of 1 km. You will calculate essential climate indicators for all Armenian communities and cities, with particular attention to those specifically targeted by FORACCA. Based on these indicators, you will develop comprehensive local climate impact profiles. Your collaboration with Armhydromet will involve conducting exchanges and training sessions, enhancing local capacities and expertise in climate modeling. Furthermore, you will contribute to preparing scientific publications based on your research findings.
July 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Zoï Maria Libert’s visuals on future climate featured at the FORACCA community workshop in Armenia! The pictures were taken last week during the workshops in Artik & Pambak, co-organized by Planval & the Armenian project partners to discuss climate impact profiles, risks, and adaptation priorities.
July 20, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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As part of #FORACCA, Zoï is glad to have contributed to a new factsheet exploring the role of Armenia's forests in protecting against environmental degradation and natural hazards, supporting livelihoods, and strengthening resilience.

📌 https://zoinet.org/product/forest-benefits-armenia/
July 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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PostDoc Position in Regional Climate Downscaling at WSL – Help Shape Climate Resilience in Armenia

The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) is hiring a PostDoc (80–100%) in regional climate downscaling for the FORACCA project in Armenia. Apply now to advance…
PostDoc Position in Regional Climate Downscaling at WSL – Help Shape Climate Resilience in Armenia
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) is hiring a PostDoc (80–100%) in regional climate downscaling for the FORACCA project in Armenia. Apply now to advance reforestation, climate modeling, and local policy planning.
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July 28, 2025 at 2:22 AM