Research Scientist (TipESM and OptimESM Projects)

We seek a talented post-doctoral scientist to carry out research to better understand how the atmospheric circulation responds to tipping points in the North Atlantic climate system, and to examine oceanic precursors of tipping points. This research is a component of the international research projects, TipESM (https://www.tipesm.eu/) and OptimESM (https://optimesm-he.eu/). The post will be based in the National Centre for Atmospheric Science, within the Department of Meteorology.

You will improve our understanding of how the atmosphere responds to tipping points in the North Atlantic, such as a collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), and explore its downstream impacts, including potential impacts on other tipping elements of the climate system. You will also explore how the atmosphere can influence societal or ecological tipping points in collaboration with project partners, and explore oceanic precursors to tipping points.

Please note that candidates are required to be based in Reading for the entire duration of the contract. The position is available for 31 months with the possibility of further extension. 

You will have:

• A PhD or equivalent in mathematical or physical science, or should expect to shortly receive one
• Strong scientific analytical ability, creativity, and self-motivation
• Experience of analysing output from climate models or similar datasets
• Good communication skills and the disposition to collaborate effectively with both internal and external project members

Interviews will be held: 14 or 15 November 2024

Contact details for the advert: 

Contact Name: Jon Robson
Contact Job Title: Supervisor and Line Manager
Contact Email address: j.i.robson@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Len Shaffrey
Alternative Contact Job Title: Co-supervisor
Alternative Contact Email address: l.c.shaffrey@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a leading LGBT+ rights organisation. We are also a Disability Confident Level 1 employer. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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