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Postdoc positions / Global Climate-Chemistry Modelling – Charles University, Prague/ Reference Code P0424

The Department of Atmospheric Physics, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University, Prague (Czech Republic) wishes to fill one full-time postdoc position in the field of Meteorology and Climatology with a focus on Global Climate-Chemistry Modelling using Modular Earth Submodel System (MESSy; https://messy-interface.org/) aiming at i) implementing the model framework on department HPC facilities, ii) testing the model performance and model options, iii) developing physical parameterizations for gravity waves and iv) investigating of geoengineering strategies.

Position available from April 1st 2024 and is for a 3 year period with possible extensions up to 9 years in total.

Gross monthly salary (depending on previous eligible experience) starting at 70.000 CZK. In addition, we offer an attractive career development programme, progressive salary increases for successful project applications, significant publication bonuses and the opportunity to move into an academic position with a tenure track.

The candidate will join the climate and chemistry modelling teams of the department involved in two projects aiming at investigating global wave dynamics (project GACR No. 23-04921M) and global changes of both climate and chemistry (project OP JAK “Natural and anthropogenic georisks” no. CZ.02.01.01/00/22_008/0004605).

We are looking for a person with a strong background in atmospheric physics, meteorology and climatology, with rich experience in global scale climate/chemistry modelling. Tasks will in general include implementing the model framework on the department HPC facilities, designing and running simulations, post-processing and analyzing model results, presenting analyses at conferences and publishing regularly in peer-reviewed journals.

In addition to a relevant educational background, the candidate is expected to have a good working knowledge of UNIX-based operating systems, good programming skills in one or more languages (Python, Fortran, UNIX shell) and knowledge of basic statistical techniques.

Requirement profile:

- Strong theoretical background in:

· Atmospheric dynamics and gravity wave research

· Meteorology

· Climate change and its impacts

· Atmospheric chemistry

· Geoengineering techniques

- Technical skills:

· Running and developing global climate-chemistry models and their parameterizations; experience with MESSy (and its submodels EMAC, ICON) is a huge asset

· Advanced knowledge of Fortran 90

· Extensive knowledge of UNIX/HPC programming environments (job scheduling systems; PBS, Slurm) and shell programming (BASH, CSH, TCSH and similar)

· Data processing skills using Python

· Good knowledge of statistics

- Further requirements:

· Completed a PhD in a field related to atmospheric research, meteorology and climatology

· Strong publication record in the fields highlighted above as well as international orientation and recognition

· Willingness and ability to lead own research

· Experience in the acquisition, management and implementation of research projects

· High motivation, ability to work in a team, independence

Please submit your application by 18 February 2024 in English to kfa@matfyz.cuni.cz, indicating reference code P0424 in the subject and including the following list of information.

Curriculum vitae with detailed presentation of professional and research activities, including also pdf of your diplomas

List of all publications (refereed & non-refereed), lectures and research projects

Specification of programming and language skills

Specific experience with global climate-chemistry models and the tasks performed (like compiling, installing, configuring, running etc.)

Statement describing past research experience and future plans, research interests and career goals, and indicating why you are interested in the position (max. 1 page)

Contact details of 2 professionals willing to provide a letter of reference.