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Today's Topics:
1. 3 year Postdoc position - Environmental Models in the Cloud -
Lancaster University, UK (Young, Paul)
2. 2 year Postdoc position - LaMP (Céline Planche)
3. MSc./Ph.D Studentship at the University of Cape Town (South
Africa) (Roger Brugge)
4. Graduate Assistantship at Appalachian State University (USA)
(Roger Brugge)
5. PhD position at University of Bremen, Germany open (Mathias Palm)
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Message: 1
Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 15:41:15 +0000
From: "Young, Paul" <paul.j.young@lancaster.ac.uk>
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] 3 year Postdoc position - Environmental Models in
the Cloud - Lancaster University, UK
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An exciting opportunity exists for a 3 year research position in computational environmental science, working on a cross-disciplinary research project investigating the support offered by cloud computing for the execution of potentially complex environmental models.
For this particular position, we are seeking an expert in the area of environmental modelling. Ideally you will have experience of different areas of modelling, as well as a desire to develop research interests in the computational aspects of the models, including their cloud execution. Experience of designing simulations for model experiments would be an advantage. We are also particularly interested in applicants who are excited by the potential of working at the interface between disciplines.
This is an area of huge significance, with environmental modelling being the key tool to evaluate uncertainty, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies around flood/drought, food security and the impact of climate change. You would be joining part of a growing team looking at digital technology and its impact on understanding and managing the natural environment (with external funding of £3.35m).
Our partners include people in charge of developing CESM<http://www2.cesm.ucar.edu/> and UKESM<http://www.jwcrp.org.uk/research-activity/ukesm.asp>, providing an opportunity to influence the next generation of world-class Earth System Models, as well as key players involved in floor risk assessment modelling.
This position is to be part of a larger team at Lancaster, and we are also recruiting for someone with expertise in distributed systems<https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=A1548>.
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Requirements: A PhD or equivalent degree in environmental science/computer science or a closely-related field. You will have a track record of high-quality publications in areas of relevance to the project and the willingness to undertake ambitious and challenging research.
Closing date: 30 June 2016
Salary range: £26,537 to £37,768
Contact: Dr Paul Young<mailto:paul.j.young@lancaster.ac.uk> (Lancaster Environment Centre) or Prof Gordon Blair<mailto:g.blair@lancaster.ac.uk> (School of Computing and Communications)
Apply here: http://bit.ly/1TJmAsf
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Message: 2
Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2016 18:00:44 +0200
From: Céline Planche <c.planche@opgc.univ-bpclermont.fr>
To: met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk
Subject: [Met-jobs] 2 year Postdoc position - LaMP
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Dear all,
The Physical Meteorology Laboratory (LaMP) seeks applications to fill a
Post-Doctoral Research Associate position in Clermont-Ferrand, France.
Please see attached for the Post-Doc opportunity on "Nucleation of
nanoparticles in the atmosphere from natural sources and impact on clouds".
Feel free to forward this announcement to anyone who may be interested
in the position.
Best Regards,
Karine Sellegri & Celine Planche
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Message: 3
Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2016 07:36:24 +0000
From: Roger Brugge <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
To: "met-jobs@lists.rdg.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] MSc./Ph.D Studentship at the University of Cape
Town (South Africa)
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Forwarded from CLIMLIST...
Opportunity: MSc/PhD studentship
Institution: University of Cape Town (UCT) - <http://www.uct.ac.za/>
Department: Environmental and Geographical Science (EGS) -
<http://www.egs.uct.ac.za/>
Research Group:Climate System Analysis Group (CSAG) -
<http://www.csag.uct.ac.za/>
Seasonal forecast information for improved sector-specific decision making
The Climate Systems Analysis Group (CSAG) is currently seeking a
motivated person with a passion for exploring the interaction of climate
and agricultural systems in southern Africa. This is an opportunity to
join one of the largest multi-disciplinary and vibrant climate system
research groups on the continent, and help address key issues related to
the uptake of seasonal forecast information within southern Africa.
What to expect:The incumbent will work as part of a small team within
CSAG and with research partners at the Council for Scientific and
Industrial Research (CSIR), University of Pretoria (UP) and the South
African Weather Service (SAWS). This team and partners conduct research
on using seasonal climate information (including forecasts from Global
Climate Models and downscaling techniques) to evaluate predicted impacts
on agricultural systems (crops and livestock), water resources, and
appropriate options/actions for responding to predicted impacts. This
position is directly connected to the Southern African Science Service
Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Use(SASSCAL) project/Climate
Modelling for the Improvement of Seasonal Forecasts and its Applications
for Southern Africa//,/the objective of which is to advance the
integration of seasonal forecast information in decision making and
planning. In particular, the successful candidate will be expected to
contribute to efforts to monitor and predict aspects of within-season
climate variability that are important for agriculture e.g. onset,
cessation, dry spells, heat stress etc, as well as the development of
tailored products that can advance decision-making and the assessment of
near-term risks.
The successful candidate will ideally be a climate/environmental
modeller with a keen interest in agricultural applications and
preferably having direct experience with climate/hydrological/crop
models, remote sensing or agrometeorological applications. Proficiency
in one or more modern scientific programming languages (e.g. R, Python)
is an advantage, as is experience of Linux operating environments.
Depending on experience the successful applicant for the MSc/PhD
position will have flexibility to develop his/her research interests
within the scope of the SASSCAL-funded project, which will provide afull
scholarship to cover living expenses and university registration (R
75-120,000 annually reviewed, depending on postgraduate level).
Supervision:The MSc./Ph.D candidate will be co-supervised by Dr Mark
Tadross, Dr Emma Archer (CSIR) and Prof. Willem Landman (UP). Further
connections and interactions with senior and junior staff at CSAG will
be welcomed and expected (see <http://www.csag.uct.ac.za>). About
CSAG:CSAG is a vibrant multi-disciplinary research group at the
University of Cape Town, with approx. 30 members, and a strong track
record in addressing climate issues. The group currently runs multiple
global and regional climate models, has good in-house computational
capacity and access to additional supercomputer facilities. Research
foci span atmospheric physics, climate analysis, climate modeling and
forecasting as well as engagement with climate change impacts and
adaptation in the agriculture and water sectors especially, and the
support for stakeholders on climate change issues. About the SASSCAL
project:SASSCAL is a joint initiative of Angola, Namibia, Botswana,
South Africa, Zambia and Germany. There are five SASSCAL themes
including forestry, agriculture, biodiversity, climate change and water.
Further details can be found at <http://www.sasscal.org>
To apply:Submit information requests and applications by email to
climapp@csag.uct.ac.za <mailto:climapp@csag.uct.ac.za>(use the reference
'SASSCAL application' in the subject line). No fax or postal
applications please. Include a letter of motivation outlining your
interests, research questions you would like to address, reasons for
your application, a full CV (no certificates), and the names, email and
telephone details of 3 referees. Deadline:Application is open-ended,
with the intent to start the MSc./Ph.D as early as July 2016 and no
later than January 2017. Please notethat the CSAG reserves the right not
to make an appointment. This offer is dependent on the applicant's
acceptance at both the University of Cape Town and the Department of
Environmental & Geographical Science. The offer will be made for the
duration of the studies but is further dependent on satisfactory annual
progress. The Department and University application requirements can be
found on
<http://www.science.uct.ac.za/sci/postgrad/applicants/application> and
<http://www.egs.uct.ac.za/app.html/>.
The University of Cape Town is committed to equity in our employment
practices. It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of
meeting our equity objectives.
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Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2016 07:37:42 +0000
From: Roger Brugge <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
To: "met-jobs@lists.rdg.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Graduate Assistantship at Appalachian State
University (USA)
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Graduate Assistantship to Investigate Tropical Andean Snow and Ice at
Appalachian State University
A master's level graduate research assistantship at Appalachian State
University is available beginning Fall 2016 or January 2017 to
investigate the atmospheric processes associated with water isotopes and
chemistry of tropical Andean snow and ice. The successful candidate will
join a new collaborative research project (funded by the National
Science Foundation), "Ultra-High-Resolution Investigation of High Andean
Snow and Ice Chemistry to improve Paleoclimatic Reconstruction and
Enhance Climate Prediction" in partnership with the Climate Change
Institute at the University of Maine.Applicants should have a strong
background in atmospheric science, programming experience, an excellent
overall academic record, strong written and oral communication skills,
and at least basic proficiency in Spanish. Excellent physical
conditioning, travel experience in less-developed countries, and alpine
mountaineering experience are also desirable. The student will be
expected to work independently, participate in field research
expeditions to elevations as high as 6,400 m (21,000 ft) in the tropical
high Andes of Peru and Bolivia, complete a master's thesis, and present
results at international scientific meetings. Review of applications
will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Baker Perry
(<mailto:perrylb@appstate.edu>perrylb@appstate.edu) or Dr. Anton Seimon
(Anton.Seimon@gmail.com <mailto:Anton.Seimon@gmail.com>) before applying
to the graduate program. Additional information on the graduate program
in Geography at Appalachian State University is available at:
<http://geo.appstate.edu/academics/graduate-programs>
L. Baker Perry, Ph.D.
Graduate Program Director &
Associate Professor of Geography
375 Rankin Science West, 572 Rivers Street
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608 USA
E-mail:<mailto:perrylb@appstate.edu>perrylb@appstate.edu
<http://geo.appstate.edu/faculty-staff/faculty/baker-perry>http://geo.appstate.edu/faculty-staff/faculty/baker-perry
<http://geo.appstate.edu/academics/graduate-programs>http://geo.appstate.edu/academics/graduate-programs
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Message: 5
Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2016 11:11:15 +0200
From: Mathias Palm <mathias@iup.physik.uni-bremen.de>
To: met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk
Subject: [Met-jobs] PhD position at University of Bremen, Germany open
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One 3-year Ph.D. position in: FTIR trace gas measurements on Spitsbergen
Salary is according to the German federal employee scale TVL-13 (50%) and this position is limited to a term of 36 months. The position is open from Mai 2016.
Work content Ph.D. position: Measurements of atmospheric trace gases using FTIR spectroscopy on Spitsbergen.
The Arctic warms faster than the rest of the world. This effect is only poorly understood, i.e. models do not reproduce this strong warming of the Arctic atmosphere. This effect is called the Arctic Amplification. The project AC3 aims at filling the gaps in understanding the special dynamics of the Arctic, in particular to find the â€missing ingredient†causing this enhanced warming.
In this position, Measurements of atmospheric trace gases on Spitsbergen in the high Arctic will be taken. The measurements will be interpreted in combination with other observations obtained at the same place.
The aim of this project to improve the understanding of the Arctic Atmosphere through a combination of different measurements of different atmospheric parameters and by exploiting synergies they offer.
Requirements
M.Sc. degree or equivalent in physics, oceanography, meteorology, remote sensing, geophysics, mathematics or related fields.
Skills in scientific computer programming (e.g., Python, IDL, Matlab or similar) and a strong interest to work in the field of ground based remote sensing of the atmosphere.
The successful candidate is required to work in a team and to travel to Spitsbergen in order to perform measurements.
General
The Institute of Environmental Physics (IUP) provides a stimulating, international, and pleasant work environment and is strongly involved in the international climate and space science community. The focus of our work in environmental physics is the investigation of the atmosphere, the cryosphere, and the oceans of the earth. We have state-of-the art lab equipment, and high computational capacity, which is essential for the data processing of our projects. Many of our scientific projects are using external platforms like the research vessel "Polarstern", aircrafts, stratospheric balloons, and ground based stations all around the world, from the tropics to the poles.
As the University of Bremen intends to increase the proportion of female employees in science, women are particularly encouraged to apply. In case of equal personal aptitudes and qualification priority will be given to disabled persons. Applicants with a migrant background are particularly invited to apply. The position will remain open until filled. The application should include details of relevant qualifications and experience, CV, copies of transcripts, and names of at least two referees.
Please send your application to:
Dr. Mathias Palm
University of Bremen
Institute of Environmental Physics
Otto-Hahn-Allee 1
28359 Bremen
Germany
phone: +49-421-218-62179
or by email (a combined pdf): mathias.palm@uni-bremen.de
Please do not send original documents, your application will not be send back but discarded.
Further inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the same address.
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