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Today's Topics:
1. Dynamics Research Scientist (up to 2 vacancies) to be
advertised 14/10/13. (Harris, Joanna)
2. University of Reading: PhD Studentship on Climate variability
and the influence of early agriculture over the Holocene (Keith Shine)
3. Visiting Fellow Position at the University of Queensland
(Australia) (Roger Brugge)
4. Shipping forecaster / Route Analyst - open positions in
StormGeo (Martin Qvindesland Gr?nnevet)
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Message: 1
Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2013 15:11:57 +0000
From: "Harris, Joanna" <joanna.harris@metoffice.gov.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Dynamics Research Scientist (up to 2 vacancies) to
be advertised 14/10/13.
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Dynamics Research Scientist (up to two vacancies)
Salary: Starting ?21,250 and for exceptional candidates up to ?24,250 or ?25,500 and for exceptional candidates up to ?29,100 or ?29,930 and for exceptional candidates up to ?35,040 + competitive benefits, including Civil Service Pension
Generic role: Foundation Scientist (RD007), Scientist (RD006) or Senior Scientist (RD005)
Profession: Science and Engineering
Permanent. Full time at Met Office, Exeter
Opening date for applications: 14 October 2013
Closing date for applications: 3 November 2013
Background information
The foundation of the Met Office's success in operational numerical weather and climate prediction is its Unified Model (UM). The UM is built around its dynamical core which encompasses the numerical solution of the non-hydrostatic set of equations governing atmospheric flow. Specifically the dynamical core simulates the fluid dynamical processes of the atmosphere that can be resolved by the model.
Dynamics Research (DR) is a small group that is responsible for all aspects of the UM's current and future dynamical cores. The group is currently working to make operational a replacement dynamical core (ENDGame) which will improve the model's robustness, accuracy and efficiency. At the same time we are the lead partner in GungHo, a joint project with Natural Environmental Research Council (NERC) and Science and Technology Facility Council (STFC) that is researching and developing the design of a dynamical core suitable for use on supercomputers that we envisage will be available at the end of this decade. The efficient use of such machines will require a model with a step change in scalability. This requires the replacement of the current latitude-longitude grid with a more uniform structure. The challenge is to achieve this whilst at least maintaining the accuracy of the current UM.
Specific job purpose
As part of a team, to develop, validate and implement the next dynamical core of the UM in order to improve the model's scalability whilst at least maintaining its accuracy and robustness.
Specific job responsibilities
? To undertake fundamental research to develop numerical methods and algorithms for the next generation dynamical core.
? To develop the 3D prototype of that dynamical core so that its scalability, accuracy and robustness can be assessed.
? Using numerical analysis and carefully designed numerical experimentation, to validate the performance of the prototype model in order to identify any weaknesses in the formulation.
? To research, develop and implement solutions to address any weaknesses and improve the performance of the prototype.
? To develop the operational prototype with particular attention to optimisation on a massively parallel supercomputer architecture to ensure the benefits of the new dynamical core are realised.
? To publish results within international peer-reviewed journals and present results at international conferences to maintain scientific credibility and the Met Office's reputation.
? As part of the wider DR team, to contribute to the maintenance and continual development of the operational dynamical core of the Unified Model.
Qualifications, skills and abilities required
Essential
? All: A good degree (2:1 or above) in mathematics or a physical science.
Scientist: A PhD in mathematics or a physical science or equivalent research experience.
Senior scientist: substantial post-doctoral experience in this specific area of atmospheric science.
? Proven ability to conduct scientific research, displaying initiative, independence, analytical and mathematical skills.
? Evidence of the motivation and drive to overcome obstacles in order to solve scientific problems.
? Evidence of the ability to write software to address scientific questions.
? All: Evidence of the ability to work flexibly within a team.
Senior Scientist: Evidence of ability to provide scientific/technical leadership or mentoring to junior staff.
? Evidence of good oral and written scientific communication skills (e.g. writing reports, giving presentations).
Desirable
? Evidence of ability to perform numerical analysis and apply it to practical problems.
? A good fluid dynamical background, particularly of geophysical fluid dynamics.
? Experience of a scientific computing environment, for example using Fortran, IDL/Python or UNIX/LINUX.
Additional supplementary information
Dynamics Research has a very close working relationship with one of the Met Office Joint Chairs at Exeter as well as significant interaction with a number of universities via the GungHo project. The post therefore offers considerable opportunity for personal development in a number of complementary areas.
If successful at passing the sift stage, we will inform you at what level we think your experience aligns itself within the letter inviting you to an interview (Foundation Scientist/Scientist/Senior Scientist).
Internal staff currently in the Met Office "Science and Engineering" profession would normally be appointed at their current role.
Application forms and further information
Please mark your request or returned application form: Dynamics Research Scientist 002875 R
Please complete this form (using Adobe Reader 9 or above). You can save the form part-way through and return to it later, using the Adobe Reader toolbar. Once you are happy with it submit it using the button at the end of the form. Alternatively, print the form out, complete by hand, and return by post.
[Application form]Download application form (PDF, 199 kB) <http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/media/pdf/m/i/vacancy_application_form.pdf>
[Guidance notes]Guidance notes and information for applicants (PDF, 57 kB) <http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/media/pdf/3/2/guidance_notes.pdf>
If you require a Microsoft Word version of the application form, please email HREnquiries@metoffice.gov.uk<mailto:HREnquiries@metoffice.gov.uk?subject=application%20request> including the words 'application request' in the subject line. An automatic email will be returned to you immediately. If you have not received an email within 48 hours then please contact us.
Alternatively, you can call or write to:
HR Customer Services
Met Office
FitzRoy Road
Exeter
EX1 3PB
Tel: 01392 885000
We are unable to reply to each applicant individually. If you have had no response from us within four weeks of the closing date please assume you have been unsuccessful. If you meet the sift criteria but have applied more than three times for the same or similar job within the last two years, it will be up to the recruiting manager's discretion whether to offer you an interview.
Nationality and residency requirements
All successful applicants offered conditional employment at the Met Office are required to undertake national security vetting. Usually successful applicants can start after satisfactory initial security vetting (whilst full national security vetting is undertaken), but for a small number of posts a higher level of vetting is needed. If you do not have five years' continuous UK residency this may take longer and we may have to reconsider your application if there are delays in the security procedure.
Please note that nationality and residency restrictions of this kind are common with all UK Civil Service departments and Executive Agencies. For further guidance see the UK Border Agency's Working in the UK<http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working/> website.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled applicants
To widen the pool of candidates we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the published minimum criteria for the job.
To qualify for a guaranteed interview, you do not have to be registered as a disabled person but you must have a disability or long-term health condition that puts you at a substantial disadvantage in either obtaining or keeping employment. The disability must be likely to last for at least 12 months.
To apply for a guaranteed interview, please complete the appropriate section of the application form. When appropriate, you should provide details of any particular arrangements you will require for the interview, e.g. car parking, speech facilitator.
Any false declaration of disability to obtain an interview may invalidate any resultant contract of employment.
Priority status for staff in the Civil Service Surplus Talent Pool
If you are an existing Civil Servant and have applied through the CS Vacs website, your application will be given priority status, in that your application will be assessed for suitability before other applications are entertained. Surplus staff should provide a letter from their HR department confirming this status and attach it to their application form.
Civil Service Recruitment Principles and the Civil Service Code<http://www.civilservice.gov.uk/about/values>
The Met Office's recruitment processes are underpinned by the principle of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles<http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/>. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the HREnquiries@metoffice.gov.uk<mailto:HREnquiries@metoffice.gov.uk> mailbox or telephone 01392 885000 in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Met Office, contact the Office of the Civil Service Commissioners.
In addition, the Civil Service Code<http://www.civilservice.gov.uk/about/values> sets out the core Civil Service values and the standards of behaviour expected of all civil servants in supporting the Government in developing and implementing its policies, and in delivering services to the public.
Commitment to diversity
The Met Office values diversity and recruits on merit.
Benefits and facilities
Employees can join the Civil Service Pension Scheme called 'Nuvos', a defined benefit scheme which both you and the Met Office contribute to. You also have the option to join a partnership scheme where the employer can contribute and you can contribute if you wish. For more details please see the Civil Service Pensions website<http://www.civilservice.gov.uk/pensions> .
? Annual Leave allowance of 25 days (plus 8 days public holiday and 2? privilege days taken at fixed times during the year).
? Training opportunities, performance-related pay and access to the Met Office sports and social club.
? The potential to work in different areas within the same organisation, but note that employees are expected to complete 24 months in post before applying for alternative posts within the Met Office.
Starting salaries
The pay range is stated at the top of the job description. Entry to the Met Office is normally at the pay range minimum.
Relocation
Unless stated in the job advert and job description, financial support is not available for candidates to move to the job location.
Payment of interview expenses
Candidates invited for interview will only be paid expenses if stated in the invite to interview letter.
Mobility
Appointed staff will normally have a full mobility clause written into their employment contract. A small number of roles have a limited mobility obligation.
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Message: 2
Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2013 17:12:52 +0100 (BST)
From: Keith Shine <k.p.shine@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] University of Reading: PhD Studentship on Climate
variability and the influence of early agriculture over the Holocene
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DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF READING
Applicants are invited for the following PhD studentship:
CLIMATE VARIABILITY AND THE INFLUENCE OF EARLY AGRICULTURE OVER THE
HOLOCENE
Supervisors : Joy Singarayer (Meteorology), Nick Branch (School of
Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science)
Funding is ONLY available to students from the UK or other European Union
countries. Closing date for applications: 29 November 2013
Further details of the studentship can be found at
http://www.met.reading.ac.uk/pg-research/singarayer_2013.pdf
More information on how to apply on-line for the studentship and further
details of the Department's PhD programme, can be found at
http://www.met.reading.ac.uk/pg-research/
or by emailing phdinfo@met.reading.ac.uk (please do not send cv's)
Applicants should have at least an upper second class degree (or its
equivalent) in a physical or environmental science. Candidates with a
lower class of degree, but a good performance at Masters level in a
relevant subject will also be considered. No prior knowledge of
meteorology is required.
This studentship is fully funded (including a maintenance grant of ?13,726
per year (2013/2014 rate), and University fees) but this funding is ONLY
available to students from the UK or other European Union countries.
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Message: 3
Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2013 16:16:30 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Visiting Fellow Position at the University of
Queensland (Australia)
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Forwarded from CLIMLIST...
Applications are now open for a Visiting Fellow in Geography position in
the School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Management,
The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
The Visiting Fellow is an opportunity for an academic or researcher to
play an active role within the School over a period of 18 weeks while on
leave from their own institution.
Academics or researchers with a broad interest in the research and
teaching areas of the School's Geographical Sciences program including
in the disciplines of climatology and meteorology are invited to apply.
The Fellowship will be offered for approximately 16 to 18 weeks in 2014
(February ? June, or July ? December) and will include an attractive
stipend to cover living expenses and economy class return airfare via
the most direct route for the appointee from their home institution.
A more detailed description of the nature of the appointment,
information required to apply, and further details about the School's
sub-disciplines, can be obtained by email to: gpem@uq.edu.au
<mailto:gpem@uq.edu.au>, or phone: +61-7-336-56455 (quote subject as
Visiting Fellow in Geography).
You can learn more about the School by visiting out website:
<http://www.gpem.uq.edu.au/>
To apply or discuss this role please contact Associate Professor Hamish
McGowan by email: h.mcgowan@uq.edu.au <mailto:h.mcgowan@uq.edu.au>
Hamish McGowan PhD
Associate Professor - Reader in Climatology
School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Management
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072
AUSTRALIA
ph +61-7-3365 6651
fax +61-7-3365 6899
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Message: 4
Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2013 09:29:27 +0200
From: Martin Qvindesland Gr?nnevet <Martin.Gronnevet@stormgeo.com>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Shipping forecaster / Route Analyst - open
positions in StormGeo
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Shipping forecaster / Route Analyst.
Due to continued expansion we now require experienced forecasters or maritime professionals to work from our Stockholm office. We are searching for candidates with demonstrable skill in provision of weather routing services to the shipping industry, but less experienced candidates with a strong interest in maritime meteorology and willingness to learn will also be considered.
Please see attachment or www.stormgeo.com<http://www.stormgeo.com> for further details.
Kind regards
StormGeo
Martin Q Gr?nnevet
Chief Meteorologist
Phone +47 48 22 46 50<tel:%2B47%2048%2022%2046%2050>
E-mail mqg@stormgeo.com<mailto:martin.groennevet@stormgeo.com>
Visiting Nordre N?stekaien 1, Bergen
Postal Nordre N?stekaien 1,
N-5011 Bergen, Norway
Web stormgeo.com<http://www.stormgeo.com/>
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