Postdoctoral | Research Scientist (W-0028)
THE POSITION
We are now opening a 3.5 - year position for
Postdoctoral | Research Scientist (W-0028 | all genders)
The successful applicant will join a team of scientists studying atmospheric and oceanic processes through the development and application of a next generation km-scale Earth-system model. The successful candidate will work on the multiscale coupling between the atmosphere and the ocean by focusing on understanding the role of oceanic mesoscale structures (sea surface temperature gradients, waves) on the triggering of atmospheric convection. The position includes conducting and analyzing simulations with the Sapphire configuration of the ICON model as well as further developing this configuration. The research is part of the Collaborative Research Center TRR 181 on energy transfers in atmosphere and ocean, regrouping universities and research institutions in northern Germany.
YOUR PROFILE
- PhD degree in meteorology, oceanography, physics, mathematics, engineering, or other related fields
- Experience with handling storm-resolving model output, with conducting simulation with the ICON-Sapphire model and in ICON model development
- Knowledge of, and an interest in, the physics of atmospheric convection, and in its representation in models
- Excellent programming skills in Python (or related languages)
- Track record of excellent research as documented by scientific publications, presentations and personal references
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and an ability to work autonomously
OUR OFFER
- Participation in challenging and internationally recognized projects
- Opportunity to develop an individual research profile
- Contribution to the development of a next-generation climate model
- Access to complex workflows on the bleeding edge of what is technologically possible, as well as working for and with an open-source community
- A network of very experienced and innovative colleagues within the institute, and at project partner institution with a long-proven tradition of sharing knowledge and information
- Possibility for flexible time-management and measures to support worklife balance
- Attractive subsidy for Deutschland-Ticket (HVV Jobticket Premium)
EMPLOYEEMENT CONDITIONS
- The position starts 1 January 2025 and ends 30 June 2028
- 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 strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds
- 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
INTERESTED?
Applications received before October 14, 2024 will receive full consideration.
ABOUT US
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.
CONTACT
For further information, please contact Dr Cathy Hohenegger.
Please do not forward your application to this email address. The application documents should include a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, relevant certificates, the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of two referees. All documents (PDF only) need to be submitted through this online application system.
