We are now opening a 2-year position for
to study mechanisms of water mass transformation and transport between the Southern Ocean and the Tropical Pacific, and their role in ocean-atmosphere coupling. Primary research questions to address are:
The successful candidate will be part of the Theoretical Ocean Dynamics research group, which is dedicated to understanding how small-scale ocean processes influence climate. The group exists within the newly-established Climate Dynamics Department at MPI-M. Work will be done under the supervision of Group Leader Dr. Noel G. Brizuela and in close collaboration with Director Prof. Dr. Sarah M. Kang.
Based on performance, the contract for this position can be extended for a third year.
Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications and ability to fulfill the responsibilities as outlined for this project. Payment will be in accordance with German public service positions depending on qualification (E14 TVöD), including extensive social security plans. The conditions of employment, including upgrades and duration, follow the rules of the Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science and those of the German civil service.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. The Max Planck Society strives to ensure gender equality and diversity and, furthermore, seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.
Applications received before January 15, 2025 will receive full consideration.
The Max Planck Institute for Meteorology (MPI-M) is a multidisciplinary center for climate and Earth system research located in Hamburg, Germany. It is one of the premier climate science research institutes in the world. Located in the heart of one of Europe’s most livable and vibrant cities, it provides a highly international and interdisciplinary environment to conduct scientific research as well as access to state-of-the-art scientific facilities. You can also have a virtual tour to our campus.
For further information, please contact Dr Noel G. Brizuela
Please do not forward your application to this email address. The application documents should include a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, a summary of your PhD thesis (1 page maximum), contact information of three referees, and copy of relevant certificates. All documents (PDF only) need to be submitted through this online application system.