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Today's Topics:
1. Wind Model Developer (Roger Brugge)
2. Postdoctoral Research Scientist Position in Climate Dynamics
at Purdue University (Yutian Wu)
3. Wind Model Developer - Revised advert (Roger Brugge)
4. New vacancy at ECMWF - Graphic Designer (Roger Brugge)
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Message: 1
Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2014 11:17:39 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Wind Model Developer
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Wind Model Developer
Aon Benfield are currently recruiting a Wind Model Developer to join our team in London.
Aon Benfield
As the industry leader in treaty, facultative and capital markets, Aon Benfield is redefining the role of the reinsurance intermediary and capital advisor. Through our unmatched talent and industry-leading proprietary tools and products, we help our clients to redefine success. Aon Benfield offers unbiased capital advice and customized access to more reinsurance and capital markets than anyone else. As a trusted advocate, we provide local reach to the world?s markets, an unparalleled investment in innovative analytics, including catastrophe management, actuarial, and rating agency advisory, and the right professionals to advise clients in making the optimal capital choice for their business. With an international network of more than 80 offices in 50 countries, our worldwide client base is able to access the broadest portfolio of integrated capital solutions and services. Learn more at
www.aonbenfield.com
Aon is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, colour religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
About the Role
As a Wind Model Developer some of your key responsibilities will involve;
Managing and working on the development of a new Europe hail/summer storm model, to be developed in 2015.
Cooperation with the Institute of Meteorology and climatology of the University of Cologne (IMGK) including one full-time PhD and two part-time Post-Docs.
Lead the cooperation between the two teams and act as the knowledge transfer associate between the two institutions.
Coordinating the two different components of the project - the research and the business one
Working in cooperation with the rest of the Aon Benfield Impact Forecasting Wind team in the London and Prague offices on their remaining projects; most importantly the development of the EU winter storm model (planned to expand in the next few years).
Day-to-day contact with external clients or internal model users, thus support the model in the market.
Frequent travelling to meet other team members (in Prague or Chicago) or clients in Europe
Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company.
About you
As a Wind model Developer your skills and qualifications will ideally include;
The very minimum requirements would include MSc or equivalent
PhD or Post-doc advantageous
Background in Meteorology and/or Climatology
Experience working with climate models (i.e weather forecasting models) in the past
Academic background will be considered an advantage
Research related background is welcomed.
Any work experience in developing Cat Models for atmospheric hazards (Hurricane or EU Wind) in the industry will be considered an advantage.
Salary and Benefits
This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare, childcare vouchers and additional holiday.
Aon is an Equal Employment Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. Aon people come from all backgrounds and communities. Whatever your gender, age, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation, you'll be valued as an individual and recognised for your skills and the contribution you make to our company. We are a Stonewall champion.
If you are interested in this role, please apply direct via the link below:
https://aonuk.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en-GB&job=07003
For any queries regarding this role please contact Rosie Ellis, Recruitment Business Partner at rosie.ellis@aon.co.uk
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Message: 2
Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2014 10:57:49 -0400
From: Yutian Wu <wu640@purdue.edu>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Postdoctoral Research Scientist Position in
Climate Dynamics at Purdue University
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The Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences of Purdue
University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist
position in the area of atmospheric general circulation, climate dynamics
and climate change. The successful applicant will work under the
supervision of Dr. Yutian Wu.
The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. degree in climate science or a
related field by the time of employment. The ideal candidate should be
skilled with numerical modeling and quantitative analysis of models and
observational data. Appointments will be for two years; renewal beyond two
years is contingent on funding.
Applications including a CV, research statement, and names and contact
information of three referees to Yutian Wu (wu640@purdue.edu). Review of
applications will begin on October 1st 2014, but the position will remain
open until filled.
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Message: 3
Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2014 07:55:22 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Wind Model Developer - Revised advert
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Wind Model Developer
We?re hiring!
Aon Benfield is currently recruiting a Wind Model Developer to join our team in London.
About the Role
As a Wind Model Developer some of your key responsibilities will involve:
1. Manage and work on the development of a new Europe hail/summer storm model.
2. Cooperation with the Institute of Meteorology and climatology of the University of Cologne (IMGK) including one full-time PhD and two part-time Post-Docs:
a. Lead the cooperation between the two teams (from the side of IF) and act as the knowledge transfer associate between the two institutions.
b. Coordinate the interaction between two different components of the project - the research and the business one
3. Work in cooperation with the rest of the Aon Benfield Impact Forecasting Wind team in the London and Prague offices on their remaining projects as necessary; most importantly the development of the Europe winter storm model (planned to expand in the next few years).
4. Day-to-day contact with external clients or internal model users, thus support the model in the market.
5. Frequent travelling to meet other team members (in Prague or Chicago) or clients in Europe.
6. Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company.
About you
As a Wind model Developer your skills and qualifications will ideally include;
1. Background in Meteorology and/or Climatology, ideally with an academic or research related background. Experience with climate models (i.e weather forecasting models) in the past will be considered an advantage.
2. Minimum education requirements include an MSc or equivalent. A PhD or a Post-doc position will be considered advantageous.
3. Excellent computing and analytical skills, including programming for data manipulation and analysis (i.e. Matlab, IDL, VBA, C, R).
4. Strong presentational skills, with focus on simplifying complex concepts.
5. Any work experience in developing Cat Models for atmospheric hazards (Hurricane or EU Wind) in the industry will be considered an advantage.
6. We?re looking for an individual able to pick up things quickly following a sharp learning curve, with good planning skills and the ability to work independently. Must be innovative, enthusiastic and have strong communication skills.
Salary and Benefits
This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare, childcare vouchers and additional holiday.
Aon is an Equal Employment Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. Aon people come from all backgrounds and communities. Whatever your gender, age, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation, you'll be valued as an individual and recognised for your skills and the contribution you make to our company. We are a Stonewall champion.
Aon Benfield
As the industry leader in treaty, facultative and capital markets, Aon Benfield is redefining the role of the reinsurance intermediary and capital advisor. Through our unmatched talent and industry-leading proprietary tools and products, we help our clients to redefine success. Aon Benfield offers unbiased capital advice and customized access to more reinsurance and capital markets than anyone else. As a trusted advocate, we provide local reach to the world?s markets, an unparalleled investment in innovative analytics, including catastrophe management, actuarial, and rating agency advisory, and the right professionals to advise clients in making the optimal capital choice for their business. With an international network of more than 80 offices in 50 countries, our worldwide client base is able to access the broadest portfolio of integrated capital solutions and services. Learn more at
www.aonbenfield.com
If you are interested in this role, please apply direct via the link below:
https://aonuk.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en-GB&job=07003
For any queries regarding this role please contact Rosie Ellis, Recruitment Business Partner at rosie.ellis@aon.co.uk
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Message: 4
Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2014 10:59:18 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] New vacancy at ECMWF - Graphic Designer
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ECMWF are inviting candidates to apply for the following position:
Graphic Designer
Ref.: VN14-19
Grade: B5
Category: STF-C
Closing date: 26 September 2014
For more information and to apply online, please visit our website:
http://ecmwf.int/en/about/jobs
Best regards
Katalin Novak (Mrs)
HR Section
ECMWF
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