University of Oxford

About the University of Oxford

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. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting- edge. Oxford is one of Europe’s most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise.
Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford.

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Department of Physics

Oxford Physics is one of the largest and most eminent departments in Europe – pursuing forefront research alongside training the next generation of leaders in Physics. With an academic staff of over one hundred our activities range from fundamental particles to the furthest reaches of the universe to manipulating matter on an atomic scale. Oxford physicists are probing new ways to harness solar energy, modelling the Earth’s atmosphere to predict the future climate, exploring computation on the quantum scale and executing calculations that reveal the fundamental structure of space and time.

Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics Sub-department

The post-holder will be based in the Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics sub-department, which is one of the six sub-departments that together make up the Department of Physics. AOPP’s research can be broadly categorized into climate physics and planetary research. Cross-cutting themes of planetary circulation & composition as well as cross-cutting methodologies (theory, observations, modelling, AI/ML) intrinsically link these research areas. Members of all sub-departments take part in research, teaching and matters such as examinations, discussion of syllabi, lectures and liaison with undergraduates and postgraduate students.

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

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 to work on high-resolution modelling of aerosol-cloud interactions to assess Marine Cloud Brightening (MCB).

This position is part of the UKRI NERC project MACLOUD (Marine CLOUD Brightening) with partners across the UK to utilise state-of-the-art multi-scale modelling to assess the potential of MCB strategies and associated risks. Successful applicants will work closely with our national and international collaborators and are expected to develop innovative research approaches. The role also includes the possibility to co-advice doctoral students. Results should be presented at national and international meetings as well as published in leading subject and high-impact publications.

Please direct enquiries about the role to Philip Stier.

Applicants should hold a PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in atmospheric physics or related fields. The post is full-time and fixed-term for three years. 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.

The closing date for applications is noon UK time on Friday, 20 June 2025.