12601 - DATA ASSIMILATION AND SATELLITE SCIENTIST

Job Opening cod. 12601 CMCC Position Data Assimilation Scientist Deadline: 15th January, 2025 ABOUT US The CMCC Foundation is a scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field? Our Institute for Earth System Predictions (IESP) is looking for a new position of data assimilation scientist, located in Bologna, responsible for supporting the scientific plan. Workplace location: Bologna ROLE Scalable PaRallelised EArth Data assimilation System (SPREAD) is an ensemble Kalman filter based on the DART-NCAR open source ensemble adjustment Kalman filter (EAFK), assimilating millions of atmospheric observations over the 6 hour window (FGAT approach) and using RTTOV for the assimilation of microwave satellite radiances. SPREAD's developments are towards the realisation of a weakly coupled data assimilation system among the atmosphere, the land and the ocean/ice components. Over the last years, hyperspectral infrared satellite radiance observations have been extensively assimilated by the majority of meteorological operational centres, proving to have a significant impact on reducing the model biases and better constraining the atmospheric states. This job application is focused on the use of satellite radiances observations and in particular on the assimilation of IR radiance observations, which are expected to improve the atmospheric states and better constrain longer range forecasts from sub-seasonal to seasonal time scales. The data assimilation scientist will report to the Earth System Data Assimilation's leader and will be responsible for the assimilation of satellite radiances particularly IR radiances. RESPONSIBILITIES The assimilation of radiance measurements from the new hyperspectral infrared instruments such as IASI-NG, MTG-IRS and CrIS using the RTTOV forward operator. Monitoring and assessing the performance of all satellite radiances assimilated. Improving, if necessary, the assimilation system to use as much as possible new satellite data from different instruments. Developing different techniques for detecting contamination in the IR radiances due to clouds and aerosols. We are looking for a motivated scientist, ready to apply her or his scientific expertise in a dynamic and friendly environment to further develop the assimilation of the satellite radiances. The candidate should have a proactive and constructive approach, good problem-solving skills, be easy to adapt to changing priorities, work autonomously, and be capable of working on a diverse range of tasks to fulfil deadlines. REQUIREMENTS University degree in Physics, Maths, Meteorology or related fields, ideally to PhD level, or equivalent proven research experience. At least three years of relevant work experience. Good knowledge of satellite observations and data assimilation methodology. Good computing skills including a good knowledge of the Unix/Linux environment, Fortran, and possibly C++ language, Python, and IDL. DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The appointment period will be initially of n° 24 months starting from December 2024 , renewable for n° 24 months, additional months pending a positive evaluation. The gross annual salary range is from 30K to 60K Euros , depending on qualification and working experience. Welfare package (for min 12 months contract). Flexible working time. Support during the immigration process, if needed. The position has been opened within the project RETE . CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position. Applicants responding to this posting declare that they have read, understood and agreed to the “Official Rule for the CMCC Personnel recruitment” . We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year. #J-18808-Ljbffr