Earth System Modelling Postdoc: Tipping Points EarlyWarning

European Geosciences Union; Exeter; On-site; GBP 41,000 - GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in the UK seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Earth System Modelling based at the Met Office, Exeter. The role, funded for 3 years, involves developing a new hybrid-resolution UK Earth System Model focused on abrupt climate change. Candidates should have a PhD in a related field and skills in advanced modelling. This position presents an opportunity to contribute to critical research for understanding climate tipping points and engage in a multidisciplinary team dedicated to climate insights.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Earth system modelling tools and techniques.
• Experience in climate science research is preferred.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and apply a new version of the UK’s Earth System Model.
• Investigate interactions of the North Atlantic subpolar gyre and the Greenland ice sheet.
• Support early-warning capabilities for climate tipping points.

Skills

Advanced Earth system modelling

Climate science research

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Earth Sciences or related field

Job description

A prominent university in the UK seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Earth System Modelling based at the Met Office, Exeter. The role, funded for 3 years, involves developing a new hybrid-resolution UK Earth System Model focused on abrupt climate change. Candidates should have a PhD in a related field and skills in advanced modelling. This position presents an opportunity to contribute to critical research for understanding climate tipping points and engage in a multidisciplinary team dedicated to climate insights.