Postdoctoral Researcher in convection and aerosols through satellite based remote sensing

European Geosciences Union; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned academic institution in Oxford is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to engage in research related to convection and aerosols through satellite-based remote sensing. Candidates should have a PhD or be close to completion in atmospheric physics and will work on innovative research in the Climate Processes Group. The position offers a salary between £39,424 and £47,779 per annum, and involves collaboration with international partners while also contributing to high-impact publications.

Qualifications

• Applicants should possess, or be close to completion of a PhD in atmospheric physics or related fields.
• Demonstrate an excellent understanding of atmospheric physics and remote sensing.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research on convective systems under climate and air pollution changes.
• Present results at national and international meetings.
• Publish findings in leading subject and high-impact publications.

Skills

Atmospheric physics

Remote sensing

Collaborative research

Education

PhD in atmospheric physics or related fields

Job description

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Position

Postdoctoral Researcher in convection and aerosols through satellite based remote sensing

Employer

University of Oxford

About the University

Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work.

Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Sector

Academic

Relevant divisions

• Atmospheric Sciences (AS)
• Climate: Past, Present & Future (CL)

Type

Full time

Level

Experienced

Salary

£39,424 - £47,779 per annum

Preferred Education

PhD

Application deadline

30 January 2026

Posted

6 January 2026

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher in the dynamic Climate Processes Group within the sub-Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics of the Department of Physics at the University of Oxford. The post is available immediately for a fixed-term period of 18 months. This position, aligned with the EU Horizon Europe project Clouds and climate transitioning to post-fossil aerosol regime (CleanCloud) with partners across Europe, will tackle our understanding convective systems under climate and air pollution changes combining global km-scale models with observations. The successful candidate will work closely with our international collaborators and be expected to develop innovative research. The results should be presented at national and international meetings as well as published in leading subject and high-impact publications.

How to apply

• Applicants should possess, or be close to completion of a PhD / Doctorate in atmospheric physics or related fields.
• The ability and drive to work collaboratively, yet independently, as part of a team is essential.
• Candidates are expected to demonstrate an excellent understanding of atmospheric physics, remote sensing and the drive and ability to perform novel research of international standing.

Please direct enquiries about the role to Philip Stier <[e-mail]>.

You will be required to upload a supporting statement, CV and details of two referees as part of your online application. Further particulars and the application form can be found on the Oxford University recruitment webpages.

Application deadline: midday 30 January 2026.

Homepage: https://www.physics.ox.ac.uk/research/group/climate-processes