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Today's Topics:
1. Postdoctoral fellow in space physics at the Birkeland Centre
for Space Science (Hilde.Nesse@ift.uib.no)
2. Vacancy Scientific Programmer, Utrecht University
(Lenaerts, J.T.M.)
3. Operations Manager - Singapore Office (Tan, Rebecca)
4. Marine Weather Forecaster - Singapore (Onshore and Offshore)
(Tan, Rebecca)
5. Post-Doc Climate Modeling (Andreas Schmittner)
6. PhD Position -?Adaptation to floods under a future climate?
at the Inst. of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences (Poland)
(Roger Brugge)
7. PhD Position -"Atmospheric Modelling / Downscaling of glacier
mass balance" at the University of Northern British Columbia
(Canada) (Roger Brugge)
8. PhD Position -"Flood & drought frequency analysis within a
non-stationary framework" at the Inst. of Geophysics, Polish
Academy of Sciences (Poland) (Roger Brugge)
9. PhD Position -?Identifying changes in flood and drought in a
changing climate? at the Inst. of Geophysics, Polish Academy of
Sciences (Poland) (Roger Brugge)
10. PhD Position (1) at the University of Bern (Switzerland)
(Roger Brugge)
11. PhD Position (2) at the University of Bern (Switzerland)
(Roger Brugge)
12. PhD Positions at National University of Singapore (Roger Brugge)
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Message: 1
Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2013 13:40:41 +0200
From: Hilde.Nesse@ift.uib.no
Subject: [Met-jobs] Postdoctoral fellow in space physics at the
Birkeland Centre for Space Science
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At the Department of Physics and Technology, University of Bergen
(UoB) in Norway, a 3-year position as postdoctoral fellows in space
physics is available from December 1, 2013. The position will be part
of the Birkeland Centre for Space Science (BCSS).
The Postdoctoral Fellow will be part of a group in BCSS that explores
how energetic particle precipitation can affect the chemistry and
dynamics of the upper atmosphere in the polar region. The particle
energy deposition is mainly estimated based on data from multiple
spacecraft such as e.g. NOAA/POES. The atmospheric effects are
monitored by both ground based facilities and multiple spacecraft
(e.g. ENVISAT, TIMED, Odin, AURA etc.). The successful candidate
should have solid knowledge as well as experience with data analysis
and/or modeling of one or more of these fields:
- Characteristics of energetic particle precipitation
- Chemical effects produced by energetic particle precipitation in the
middle atmosphere (50-100 km)
- Dynamics of the middle atmosphere (50-100 km)
The candidate should have good programming skills, and speak and write
English fluently. The candidate should have a PhD in Space Physics,
Atmospheric Science or a related field.
The work place will be at UoB in Bergen, Norway. A project and a
progress plan will be written in cooperation with the project leader
on appointment.
Starting salary on grade 57 (code 1352/pay framework 24.1) in the
Civil Service pay grade table; currently NOK 473,400 gross p.a. Full
text of announcement can be found and submission of application should
be made at http://www.jobbnorge.no/job.aspx?jobid=97314
For any questions contact Professor Nikolai ?stgaard,
Nikolai.Ostgaard@ift.uib.no, or group leader Dr. Hilde Nesse Tyss?y,
Hilde.Tyssoy@ift.uib.no.
Closing date for applications: October 31, 2013
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Message: 2
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 07:07:44 +0000
From: "Lenaerts, J.T.M." <j.lenaerts@uu.nl>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Vacancy Scientific Programmer, Utrecht University
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Scientific programmer Model Building (1.0 fte)
Function
You will assist the scientific personnel in building, adapting and running scientific model code on high-performance parallel computing systems. In addition, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of a website, a publicly available platform where internal and external clients can download model data and interact with the project leaders on their questions and results. Through this website, and by use of social media, you enhance visibility of this project to a broad range of stakeholders, including policy-makers and general public.
Profile
You have excellent knowledge of FORTRAN and C, MPI computing, Unix environments, and web design (HTML, Java, PHP, etc.). You have good communication and writing skills.
Offer
We offer a full-time position to a maximum of 2.5 years. Salary ranges between ? 3.259,- and ? 4.462,- gross per month on a fulltime basis depending on experience and qualifications (scale 11). You will be offered an initial contract for 1 year, which, upon positive evaluation, will be extended.
Utrecht University offers a pension scheme, a holiday allowance of 8% per year, an end-of-year bonus of 8.3% and flexible employment conditions. Conditions are based on the Collective Employment Agreement of the Dutch Universities. More information: terms of employment<http://www.uu.nl/EN/informationfor/jobseekers/Working-for-Utrecht-University/terms-of-employment/Pages/default.aspx>.
About the university
Utrecht University has great ambitions for its teaching quality and study success rates. This also applies to its clear research profiles, which are centred around four themes: Sustainability, Life Sciences, Youth & Identity, and Institutions. Utrecht University plays a prominent role in our society and contributes to finding the answers to topical and future societal issues.
Utrecht University holds 8 positions to investigate ?The future global water cycle?. Within the research theme Sustainability<http://www.uu.nl/university/research/EN/strategic-themes/duurzaamheid/Pages/default.aspx> and under the program on Water, Climate and Ecosystems Utrecht University initiated a program to answer the following key question:
How will changes in the global water cycle govern future conditions on planet Earth?
This question relates to understanding and projecting how human activities and climate change will influence water scarcity and abundance and indirectly impact food security, flood risk, human health, socio-economic development and biodiversity.
Utrecht University, through its conglomerate of leading groups on geophysical, biological and governance research, is in the unique position to address the full breadth of this research question and explore mechanisms of biological adaptation and to address governance-related issues. The program will mobilize and integrate Utrecht University?s collective expertise by developing a common model infrastructure to explicitly simulate past, present and future feedbacks in the water, carbon and nutrient cycles. This proposed model infrastructure will lead to intensification of interactions between scientists of Utrecht University and those of internationally renowned institutes, largely located in the Utrecht area: Deltares (water resources), TNO (air and water quality), KNMI (climate modelling), SRON (remote sensing), KWR (water quality and health) and PBL (integrated assessment and global change).
This highly ambitious but high-reward research program will be headed by accomplished scientists at Utrecht University associated with KNMI and PBL. Model building will supported by a scientific programmer and 7 postdocs covering a range of pressing issues involving the global water cycle and its interaction with the earth system.
Additional information
Additional information can be obtained from dr. Jan T. M. Lenaerts (j.lenaerts@uu.nl<mailto:j.lenaerts@uu.nl>; +31 30 2533271); Prof. Michiel R. van den Broeke (m.r.vandenbroeke@uu.nl<mailto:m.r.vandenbroeke@uu.nl>; +31 30 2533169)
Apply
Applications in English, including a cover letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae should be submitted via
http://ssl1.peoplexs.com/Peoplexs22/CandidatesPortalNoLogin/Vacancy.cfm?PortalID=4063&VacatureID=602638
Application deadline
30/10/2013
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Jan Lenaerts
PostDoctoral Researcher
Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (IMAU)
Adress: Princetonplein 5, 3584 CC Utrecht
PO box 80000, 3508 TA Utrecht
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 30 2533271
Web: IMAU website<http://www.staff.science.uu.nl/~lenae101/>
Email: J.Lenaerts@uu.nl<mailto:J.Lenaerts@uu.nl>
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Message: 3
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 11:59:31 +0800
From: "Tan, Rebecca" <r.tan@geos.com>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Operations Manager - Singapore Office
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Operations Manager - Singapore Office
The Company
Fugro Global Environmental and Ocean Sciences (Fugro GEOS) is the
world's foremost provider of commercial oceanographic and meteorological
forecasting, monitoring, measurement, assessment and consulting
services, with offices located around the globe. The Company is part of
the multi-national Fugro Group that provides a complete range of
integrated geotechnical, environmental, survey and positioning services
worldwide.
The Position
This position will manage the day to day operations of the weather
forecasting division for the Singapore based weather forecasting unit.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:-
* Coordinate and supervise the daily operational activities of
the weather forecasting division. This will include ensuring the smooth
day to day operations of the division and a high level of client
communication.
* Undertake the quality control of forecasts in accordance with
the division's methods and procedures to maintain the highest industry
standards.
* Develop and maintain the forecasting division's procedures in
coordination with the Divisional & HSE Managers.
* Develop and maintain data collection scripts.
* Prepare work and annual leave rosters for all forecasting
staff.
* Maintain statistics necessary to monitor the effectiveness of
daily operations using KPIs and other methods and to ensure standards
are maintained and continually improved.
* Provide back-up to the divisional manager during his absence.
* To be able to assist both in bench forecasting and at client
locations.
The Requirements
The candidate should be self-motivated with a positive attitude and
possess the following qualifications and experience;
* Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, Oceanography or equivalent.
* A minimum of 5 years, preferably 10 years, experience in
providing marine weather forecaster to the Oil and Gas Industry and must
include having worked offshore at clients' sites. This experience must
show extensive forecasting experience in tropical regions and have
included the preparation of tropical cyclone and squall warnings.
* Proven track record of having managed the operations of a
forecast centre, involved in the day to day provision on marine weather
forecasts.
* Proficient in developing and maintaining scripts using PERL,
Windows PowerShell and be familiar in writing scripts for GrADS and
using the THREDDS interface. The applicant should also have advanced
knowledge of scripting for MS Excel using VBscript.
* .
* A strong background in data analysis and report preparation.
Past experience in Forensic Meteorology would be highly advantageous.
* Ability to work offshore from time to time and possess BOSIET
certificate
* Exhibit strong personnel management.
* Have a decisive and proactive nature
* Fluent in English
Personal Requirements
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Works well with management, peers and subordinates
The Compensation
Fugro GEOS offers a dynamic team-based working environment in an
exciting and developing South East Asian market, as well as the
long-term potential for you to develop your skills and career.
Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications
and experience.
Applicant should provide the following information in the CV:
* Current and expected salary
* Reason for applying for this position in Fugro GEOS Pte Ltd
* Why you think you are suitable for this position?
* What can you bring to Fugro GEOS if you are selected?
* References
Contact
For further information, please contact:
Rebecca Tan, HR Manager, +65 6885 4100, r.tan@geos.com
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Message: 4
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 12:01:18 +0800
From: "Tan, Rebecca" <r.tan@geos.com>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Marine Weather Forecaster - Singapore (Onshore and
Offshore)
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Fugro GEOS are providers of professional, cost-effective solutions to meet the Metocean requirements of Offshore Oil Companies and their Contractors. The company is made up of a number of divisions that include consultancy services for historical information and forecasting, the manufacture, supply and installation of Metocean measurement equipment, Data processing, modeling and structural monitoring services. The company has recently embarked upon expanding its services to cater for the needs of the renewable energy industry.
Marine Weather Forecaster - Singapore (Onshore and Offshore)
Description
This is primarily an onshore position based in our Singapore office reporting to the Forecasting Division's Operations Manager. At times suitably experienced forecasters may be called upon to assist in weather critical operations at a client's offshore location for periods up to one month at a time. The Singapore forecasting centre is one of 3 centres strategically placed to service the needs of offshore operations anywhere in the world. Services are provided and supported 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as such this position requires shift work.
Job Scope:
Responsible for preparation of Marine Weather Forecasts for our clients engaged in various offshore and near shore activities. These include operations for a wide range of weather critical activities from dredgers working near shore or in ports, oil exploration activities in harsh, remote locations and offshore construction with very fine operating limits. Primary responsibility is for the provision of accurate and reliable forecasts by the onshore forecaster to rigs and vessels operating offshore.
Main Role:
* Preparation of daily marine weather forecasts for numerous clients operating over a wide geographical region. The Singapore office's domain of responsibility extends east from India to the Pacific Ocean. This includes both Asian and Oceania waters.
* Maintain highest standards of marine weather forecasting by the use of up to date weather models and forecasting techniques. Weather model interpretation and the ability to apply "local effect" to model output are all essential.
* Assist the offshore operators in all aspects of meteorology and oceanography in relation to anticipated changes in weather and sea conditions at specific locations and along sea routes. A very proactive approach must undertaken to ensure the safety of their personnel working on location, for the security of their assets and to ensure full advantage can be taken of changing weather conditions.
* Liaise with the offshore personnel on a regular basis offering clear and unambiguous opinions on weather development. The nature of weather forecasting is such that the forecaster must be prepared to express any concerns or uncertainty in the weather forecast but have the strength of character to not to be persuaded to change their opinion if pressured.
* A non-passive approach to weather forecasting ensuring unexpected changes in weather conditions and the onset of severe weather conditions are conveyed to the clients without delay.
* Assist in maintaining and improving the company's QA and HSE Management systems in relation to the provision of marine weather forecasts.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
* A formal professional qualification in meteorology
* A minimum of 5 years experience in Marine Weather Forecasting, 3 years of which has been in supplying weather forecasting services for the oil and gas offshore industry.
* A willingness to work at offshore locations and undergo a BOSIET course.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
* A clear understanding of QHSE polices and practices
* Fluent in both written and spoken English
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
* Knowledge of winds and wave computer models
* Previous experience working on offshore oil and gas facilities and vessels
* Basic understanding of computer systems and networks
* An enthusiasm to develop the science of meteorology and oceanography and to explore new techniques and methods to increase the accuracy and reliability of marine weather forecasting.
* An active member of meteorological news groups and professional associations.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
* Well organised and able to manage varying workloads
* Team worker
* Able to cope and manage situations through demand spikes.
* Decisive and willing to take responsibility
* Willingness to be on call and work extended hours if required.
THE COMPENSATION:
Fugro GEOS offers a dynamic team-based working environment in an exciting and developing SE Asian market, as well as the long-term potential for you to develop your skills and career. Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicant should put down the following information in the CV:
? Current and expecting salary
? Reason for applying this position in Fugro GEOS Pte Ltd
? Why do you think you are suitable for this position
? What can you bring to Fugro GEOS if you are selected
? References
CONTACT:
Send your CV to Rebecca Tan, HR Manager, +65 6885 4100, r.tan@geos.com
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Message: 5
Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2013 13:15:47 -0700
From: Andreas Schmittner <aschmitt@coas.oregonstate.edu>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Post-Doc Climate Modeling
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The College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS) at Oregon
State University invites applications for a full-time Research Associate
(Post Doc) position in one or more of the following topics:
(1) probabilistic projections of the impact of Greenland Ice Sheet
melting on the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation;
(2) quantifying the effect of oscillations of the moon's orbit around
Earth (Lunar Nodal Cycle) on tides, ocean mixing, and climate; or
(3) estimating climate sensitivity from temperature reconstructions and
global climate model simulations of the Last Glacial Maximum.
Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate (PhD) in physics, mathematics,
statistics, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, or a closely related
field.
Preferred Qualifications: Programming experience (FORTRAN, C),
experience with the development and/or analysis of climate models,
experience with statistical methods, background in climate/paleoclimate
science, and a demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
For Full Consideration Date: October 31, 2013
Closing Date: November 30, 2013
For information regarding the projects see:
http://people.oregonstate.edu/~schmita2/Projects/AMOC/
http://people.oregonstate.edu/~schmita2/Projects/LNC/
http://people.oregonstate.edu/~schmita2/Projects/LGM_CS/
Inquiries about the position may be directed via email to Dr. Schmittner
at aschmitt@coas.oregonstate.edu.
See full posting and instructions on how to apply at
http://jobs.oregonstate.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=62943,
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs (0011403), or
http://ceoas.oregonstate.edu/employment/.
Andreas Schmittner
Associate Professor
College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences
Oregon State University
104 CEOAS Admin Bldg
Corvallis OR 97331-5503
USA
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Message: 6
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:02:07 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Position -?Adaptation to floods under a future
climate? at the Inst. of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences
(Poland)
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The Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Department of
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics, Warsaw, Poland seeks highly motivated
candidate for a:
PhD position ?Adaptation to floods under a future climate?
duration 3 years, start date: 1.12.2013
Reference WP2/WP4
The Institut eof Geophysics Polish Academy of Sciences (IGF PAS) is a
multidisciplinary organization engaged in advanced research, teaching
and service provision in cutting-edge geophysical sciences and is one of
the largest research centres in Poland working towards understanding and
monitoring the environment. In all classifications IGF PAS has been
ranked within top 3 Polish institutions dealing with Earth Sciences. The
main areas of expertise of IGF PAS are: seismology, geomagnetism, Earth
s interior dynamics, physics of the atmosphere, hydrology and polar
research. The Hydrology and Hydrodynamics department focuses on the
transport and mixing of contaminants in surface waters, flood wave
transformation and flood risk, water resources management, assessment of
the impact of climate change from theoretical and experimental
perspectives. For more information visit:www.igf.edu.
The successful applicant will develop an adaptation strategy for the
potential effects of future changes in climate on floods, based on
likely changes in hydrological indices. The PhD objectives include
developing methods and strategies for transferring new research results
on likely changes in high flow events under a future climate into useful
information for decision makers. The objectives will be accomplished by
fulfilling the following tasks: (i) distinguishing types of flood
protection measures and constructions which require climate change
adaptation from those which do not, based on operating times, expected
rates of change, and other issues; (ii) analysing how expected changes
in flood risk can be classified into categories which are useful in
practice in Poland, including a comparison with current procedures in
Norway; , (iii) investigating how quantified uncertainty can be taken
into account in decision making in Norway and Poland; and (iv) testing
adaptation strategies for flood hazard under a future climate in
practice using selected test basins in Poland ; and (v) discussing the
risk and reliability of different adaptation measures.
We seek a candidatewith an MSc degree in Environmental Sciences,
Environmental Engineering, Geography, or Hydrology. Numerate applicants
with some knowledge of modeling who also have knowledge of, or
experience with, planning issues and land use management will be
particularly welcome. A good level of both written and spoken English is
mandatory, together with good communication skills.
We offera position in an international and interdisciplinary team. The
PhD is funded by a Polish-Norwegian Research Program, within the
Polish-Norwegian project ?Climate Change Impact on Hydrological
Extremes (CHIHE)?. The project is run in cooperation with the Hydrology
Department of the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate
(NVE), including individuals who have been involved in developing the
climate change adaptation strategy for flood hazards in Norway. We
specifically encourage qualified female researchers to apply. The
successful candidate will develop skills in water management issues,
uncertainty analysis, climate change impacts on flood risk and working
with large datasets.
Applications including the reference (WP2/WP4), cover letter, full CV,
certificates and contact details of two referees shall be sent in a
single PDF file to <chihe@igf.edu.pl> by 30.10.2013. For further
information contact Prof. Dr hab. Renata Romanowicz
(<romanowicz@igf.edu.pl>) or Dr. Marzena Osuch (<marz@igf.edu.pl>).
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Message: 7
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:03:31 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Position -"Atmospheric Modelling / Downscaling
of glacier mass balance" at the University of Northern British
Columbia (Canada)
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PhD Student Opportunity, Atmospheric Modelling / Downscaling of glacier
mass balance.
The Menounos and Jackson research groups at the University of Northern
British Columbia has a funded opening for a PhD student in the Natural
Resources and Environmental Studies graduate program who is interested
in using regional-scale atmospheric models to downscale climate and
force glacier mass balance models over the Western Cordillera.
Candidates should have a Master?s degree or equivalent in a relevant
field with an interest in understanding the meteorological drivers of
glacier mass balance, and experience in high-resolution atmospheric
modelling. An understanding of, and experience with, models such as WRF,
and computational tools such as fortran, unix shell scripting, python,
R, or matlab, will be an asset.
The application deadline for the PhD program
<http://www.unbc.ca/nres-graduate-program/phd> is February 15, 2014 for
a May or September 2014 start date. However interested students should
first contact Professors Peter Jackson (Peter.Jackson@unbc.ca) or Brian
Menounos (Brian.Menounos@unbc.ca) for further information on this
position, as well as its remuneration and requirements, before formally
applying to UNBC.
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Message: 8
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:04:49 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Position -"Flood & drought frequency analysis
within a non-stationary framework" at the Inst. of Geophysics, Polish
Academy of Sciences (Poland)
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
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The Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Department of
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics, Warsaw, Poland seeks highly motivated
candidate for a:
PhD position?Flood and drought frequency analysis within a
non-stationary framework?
Duration 3 years, start date: 1.12.2013
Reference WP3
The Institute of Geophysics Polish Academy of Sciences (IGF PAS) is a
multidisciplinary organization engaged in advanced research, teaching
and service provision in cutting-edge geophysical sciences and is one of
the largest research centres in Poland working towards understanding and
monitoring the environment. In all classifications IGF PAS has been
ranked within top 3 Polish institutions dealing with Earth Sciences. The
main areas of expertise of IGF PAS are: seismology, geomagnetism, Earth
s interior dynamics, physics of the atmosphere, hydrology and polar
research. The Hydrology and Hydrodynamics department focuses on the
transport and mixing of contaminants in surface waters, flood wave
transformation and flood risk, water resources management, assessment of
the impact of climate change from theoretical and experimental
perspectives. For more information visit: <www.igf.edu>
The successful applicantwill work with a team of researchers based in
Poland and in Norway to advance our current understanding of likely
changes in hydrological extremes under a future climate.
The focus of the position will be on the use ofsimulated data derived
from a series of linked climate and hydrological models and analyses.
This will include: (i) trends in quantiles: the estimation of upper
quantiles by means of selecting probability distribution functions and
fitting them to seasonal, annual or partial duration series;
(ii) development and application of non-stationary methods of frequency
analysis suitable for both high and low flow events; (iii) development
and application of the duration flow frequency (DqF) to the observed and
projected high and low flow event series; (iv) application of copula
based approach to the modelling of observed and simulated high and low
flow events and testing its conditions of applicability in climate
change modelling.
We seek a candidatewith an MSc degree in Environmental Sciences or
Engineering, Geography, Hydrology, Applied Mathematics, Physics or
Computer Science. Applicants with a methodological background should
have experience in environmental applications, and vice versa.
Experience in uncertainty analysis, programming (e.g. FORTRAN and/or R
or MATLAB) are desirable. A good level of both written and spoken
English, together with good communication skills are mandatory.
We offera position in an international and interdisciplinary team. The
PhD is funded by a Polish-Norwegian Research Program, within the
Polish-Norwegian project ?Climate Change Impact on Hydrological
Extremes (CHIHE)?. The project is run in cooperation with the Hydrology
Department of the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate
(NVE), which has substantial experience and activity in the areas of
hydrological modelling and statistical analysis and in climate change
impact research. We specifically encourage qualified female researchers
to apply. The successful candidate will develop skills in applied
multivariate statistical analysis of extreme hydrological events.
Results of this work will constitute the basis of the candidate?s PhD
thesis.
Applications including the reference (WP3), cover letter, full CV,
certificates and contact details of two referees shall be sent in a
single PDF file to chihe@igf.edu.pl <mailto:chihe@igf.edu.pl>by
30.10.2013. For further information contact Dr hab. Krzysztof Kochanek
(kochanek@igf.edu.pl <mailto:kochanek@igf.edu.pl>).
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Message: 9
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:05:37 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Position -?Identifying changes in flood and
drought in a changing climate? at the Inst. of Geophysics, Polish
Academy of Sciences (Poland)
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The Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Department of
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics, Warsaw, Poland seeks highly motivated
candidate for a:
PhD position ?Identifying changes in flood and drought in a changing
climate?
Duration 3 years, start date: 1.12.2013
Reference WP1/WP2
The Institute of Geophysics Polish Academy of Sciences (IGF PAS) is a
multidisciplinary organization engaged in advanced research, teaching
and service provision in cutting-edge geophysical sciences and is one of
the largest research centres in Poland working towards understanding and
monitoring the environment. In all classifications IGF PAS has been
ranked within top 3 Polish institutions dealing with Earth Sciences. The
main areas of expertise of IGF PAS are: seismology, geomagnetism,
Earth?s interior dynamics, physics of the atmosphere, hydrology and
polar research. The Hydrology and Hydrodynamics department focuses on
the transport and mixing of contaminants in surface waters, flood wave
transformation and flood risk, water resources management, assessment of
the impact of climate change from theoretical and experimental
perspectives. For more information visit:www.igf.edu
The successful applicant will work with a team of researchers based in
Poland and in Norway to advance our current understanding of likely
changes in hydrological extremes under a future climate.The focus of the
position will be on the use ofsimulated data derived from a series of
linked climate and hydrological models and analyses. This will include:
(i) statistical analysis ofobserved and simulated daily temperature,
rainfall and flow data for selected catchments; (ii) development of
suitable change indices; (iii) delineation of a modelling strategy which
can be applied to both the Polish and the Norwegian catchments for
comparison studies, including the selection of suitable climate
projections, local correction methods and hydrological modelling
techniques; iv) implementation of the approach, including a
quantification of the uncertainty in the ensemble possibly using
Bayesian methods; and v) assessment of the reliability and robustness of
the methods and results.
We seek a candidatewith an MSc degree in Environmental Sciences or
Engineering, Geography, Hydrology, Applied Mathematics, Physics or
Computer Science. Applicants with a methodological background should
have experience in environmental applications, and vice versa.
Experience in uncertainty analysis, programming (e.g. FORTRAN, R or
MATLAB) are desirable. A good level of both written and spoken English,
together with good communication skills are mandatory.
We offer a position in an international and interdisciplinary team.
The PhD is funded by a Polish-Norwegian Research Program, within the
Polish-Norwegian project ?Climate Change Impact on Hydrological
Extremes (CHIHE)?. The project is run in cooperation with the Hydrology
Department of the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate
(NVE), which has substantial experience and activity in the areas of
hydrological modelling and statistical analysis and in climate change
impact research. We specifically encourage qualified female researchers
to apply. The successful candidate will develop skills in hydrological
modelling and analysis, with a specific focus on extreme events, in
change detection techniques, and in working with large datasets.
Applications including the reference (WP1/WP2), cover letter, full CV,
certificates and contact details of two referees shall be sent in a
single PDF file to <chihe@igf.edu.pl> by 31.10.2013. For further
information contact Prof. Dr hab. Renata Romanowicz
(<romanowicz@igf.edu.pl>) or Dr. Marzena Osuch (<marz@igf.edu.pl>).
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Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:08:41 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Position (1) at the University of Bern
(Switzerland)
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PhD Position in ?Analysing losses and risk hotspots based on insurance data?
The open position is part of the Mobiliar Lab for Climate Impact
Research and Natural Hazards. The goal of the Mobilar Lab is to study
and to quantify the spatio-temporal characteristics of climate risks and
natural hazards and their impacts upon the Swiss society. The focus is
on applied research and practical applications. The Mobiliar Lab is part
of the Oeschger Centre for Climate Change Research at the University of
Bern.
<http://www.oeschger.unibe.ch/about/news/news_de.html?ID=19>
We have an opening for a 3 year PhD position starting 1 January 2014.
Losses induced by floods, storms and hail increased in the last decades
and are recorded in the database of insurances companies. The PhD
project will focus on (i) consolidating different geo-databases in GIS,
(ii) spatial and statistical analysis of natural hazard processes and
loss data in order to (iii) develop an approach for modelling risk
hotspots. The PhD project will be supervised by PD Dr. Margreth Keiler
(Institute of Geography, University of Bern) and will enrol in an
interdisciplinary research environment.
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a Masters degree in
the fields of geography, hydrology, geo-informatics, geosciences,
environmental sciences or similar, with enthusiasm for research
questions in the field of risk research, with good skills in GIS and an
interest in working with large data sets, the willingness to work in a
trans- disciplinary research environment and to develop creative
strategies, with an interest in applied research, with a good knowledge
of German and English.
The PhD project is part of the Graduate School of Climate Sciences at
the Oeschger Centre of the University
<http://www.climatestudies.unibe.ch/>. The graduate school offers a
broad range of educational and training opportunities (Summer School,
Young Researchers Meetings) and a unique interdisciplinary network in
the field of climate sciences at the University of Bern. The close
collaboration with the Swiss Mobiliar Insurance company offers the
possibility to transfer the research results into practice.
The gross salary is fixed according to Swiss National Science Foundation
regulations.
For informal inquiries about the PhD position and questions regarding
the Mobiliar Lab, the Oeschger Centre and the University of Bern please
contact Margreth Keiler (<margreth.keiler@giub.unibe.ch>
<mailto:margreth.keiler@giub.unibe.ch>).
Please send your application documents (diploma and transcript, CV,
letter of motivation and the names and addresses of two references) in
ONE pdf file to <margreth.keiler@giub.unibe.ch>
<mailto:margreth.keiler@giub.unibe.ch>. Review of applications will
start on 1 October 2013 and will be continued until the position is filled.
Applications from qualified women are warmly encouraged.
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Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:09:28 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Position (2) at the University of Bern
(Switzerland)
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PhD Position in "hail predictability and severe storm wind gusts" at the
University of Bern / MeteoSwiss Locarno
The open position is part of the Mobiliar Lab for Climate Impact
Research and Natural Hazards. The goal of the Mobilar Lab is to study
and to quantify the spatio- temporal characteristics of climate risks
and natural hazards and their impacts upon the Swiss society. The focus
is on applied research and practical applications. The Mobiliar Lab is
part of the Oeschger Centre for Climate Change Research at the
University of Bern.
<http://www.oeschger.unibe.ch/about/news/news_de.html?ID=19>
We have an opening for 3 year PhD position starting 1 January 2014.
In this PhD project two closely related topics will be investigated. (i)
based on 10 years of Swiss radar data wind gusts associated with sever
thunderstorms in Switzerland will be analysed. (ii) The potential to
make probabilistic hail forecasts for Switzerland based on meso- and
synoptic-scale indicators will be explored.
The PhD project will be jointly supervised by Urs Germann (Division for
Radar, Satellites, and Nowcasting, MeteoSwiss Locarno) and by Olivia
Romppainen-Martius (University of Bern). It is expected that the PhD
student is willing to work both in Bern and in Locarno.
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a Masters degree in
the fields of atmospheric science, climate science, meteorology,
physics, geosciences, environmental sciences, geography or similar, with
enthusiasm for research questions in the field of meteorology, with
programming knowledge and an interest in working with large data sets,
with an interest in applied research, with a good knowledge of German
and English and the willingness to work both in Bern and in Locarno.
The PhD project is part of the Graduate School for Climate Studies at
the Oeschger Centre of the University of Bern:
<http://www.climatestudies.unibe.ch/phd_programme/index_en.html>
The graduate school offers a broad range of educational and training
opportunities (Summer school, Young researchers meetings) and a unique
interdisciplinary network in the field of climate sciences at the
University of Bern. The close collaboration with MeteoSwiss and the
Swiss Mobiliar Insurance company offers the possibility to transfer the
research results into practice-relevant applications.
Please send your application documents (diploma and transcript, CV,
letter of motivation and the names and addresses of two references) in
one PDF file to <mailto:urs.germann@meteoswiss.ch> and to
<mailto:Olivia.martius@guib.unibe.ch>. Review of applications will start
on 1 October 2013 and will be continued until the position is filled.
Applications from women are warmly encouraged.
For general questions regarding the Mobiliar Lab, the Oeschger Centre
and the University of Bern please contact Olivia Romppainen-Martius. For
specific questions pertaining to the radar based analyses or to
MeteoSwiss please contact Urs Germann.
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Message: 12
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 08:11:38 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD Positions at National University of Singapore
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PhD scholarship funding available in Tropical Environmental Change (TEC)
Department of Geography, National University of Singapore
Theme 4: Understanding human impacts on climate caused by urban development
PhD projects under this research theme investigate the broad question of
how land-use and land cover changes affect local climates with a
particular focus on cities and the role they play in climate change. Our
group uses experimental approaches (observations in the field and
application of numerical climate models) to study various aspects of the
urban climate, including (i.) the development of the urban heat island
(UHI) effect and its consequent impacts on exposure to thermal
discomfort, (ii.) cycling of heat, mass and carbon dioxide as well as
(iii.) fundamental flow and turbulence properties. Our laboratory is
primarily Singapore, an increasingly important hub for urban climate
research in the tropics. Findings from this research are important to
improve our understanding of the physical transfer processes and energy
balance in the urban environment, as well as in assessing the
vulnerability of urban populations towards detrimental impacts of urban
climate change. Applications include the prediction of the exchanges of
energy and moisture at the surface, dispersion of pollutants, cycling of
atmospheric trace species that play a key role in climate change or
human thermal comfort and climate sensitive urban design.
Interested students with strong science backgrounds as well as those
with prior training in atmospheric sciences, climatology or physical
geography are encouraged to apply. The development and completion of own
research agenda, leading to scientific publications is strongly encouraged.
Full information on TEC: <http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/geog/research/tec.html>
Full information on graduate studies:
<http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/geog/graduates/>
The QS World University rankings (2013) place National University
Singapore (NUS) in the top 25 universities in the world and number one
in Asia.In the same rankings, the Department of Geography, NUS, is
ranked in the top ten Geography programmes globally.
For further information contact Matthias Roth (geomr@nus.edu.sg
<mailto:geomr@nus.edu.sg>) or Winston Chow (winstonchow@nus.edu.sg
<mailto:winstonchow@nus.edu.sg>) directly.
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Matthias ROTH (Dr):: Associate Professor, Department of Geography ::
National University of Singapore :: 1 Arts Link, Kent Ridge, Singapore
117570
http://profile.nus.edu.sg/staff/geomr/
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