Are you interested in how climate change may impact agriculture, ecosystems, and water resources? And motivated by understanding how the risk of droughts may change in a warming climate? We are announcing a great opportunity to join our skilled team of climate researchers!
The Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI) opens a permanent, full time position for a climate scientist to work with research focused on droughts. The work will be carried out with colleagues working with climate modelling and statistical analyses and link up to experts in remote sensing, hydrology and climate services, aiming to improve the understanding and modelling of drought risk with a special focus on Denmark. The position is in the Danish National Centre for Climate Research (NCKF) at DMI, which also develops the Climate Atlas (https://www.dmi.dk/klima-atlas/introduction-to-klimaatlas/) which presents detailed projections of the future climate in Denmark as a foundation for adaptation planning.
Main Working Tasks
As our new colleague you will work with analyses of the different contributions to droughts, with the long term goal of improving future projections and reducing uncertainties. Focus areas could include extremes and variability, extent and duration of events and/or the dynamics behind the events that may challenge agriculture, nature and our society. You will be working with our regional climate model HARMONIE-Climate (HCLIM). The plan is that part of the work will be carried out in collaboration with experts on agriculture and ecosystems, in order to connect the physical science of climate change to impact studies. Your tasks will include leading and contributing to scientific papers, and participating in developing new grant applications with colleagues and external collaborators. There will be flexibility in deciding the weight between working with different aspects of droughts, depending on your background, expertise and interests.
Expected qualifications
- A PhD degree in climate science, meteorology/atmospheric science, geophysics or related fields (e.g. physics or engineering)
- Experience with climate modelling, preferably regional atmospheric modelling, numerical weather prediction or Earth system modelling. It is an advantage to have worked with model code/scripts.
- Previous research working with droughts, regional climate modelling, land-surface modelling, or coupling of different climate model components is an advantage
- Advanced programming skills (Linux/Unix, programming (e.g. Fortran) and scripting languages (e.g. Python)
- Good communication skills in oral and written English
- Willingness to learn Danish (if not already proficient) to eventually be able to support DMI’s role as national climate advisor to the Danish Government.
About DMI and NCKF
The NCKF has been established with the purpose to conduct critical climate research for the Kingdom of Denmark (Denmark, Greenland and the Faroe Islands) and bring together climate knowledge, to form the basis for green transition and climate adaptation. The activities include assessments of observed and future climate change of the physical climate system, with focus on the Arctic, Greenland and on extreme weather and sea level around Denmark. Across the department, the research builds on both global and regional modelling as well as observations from remote sensing, in-situ measurements and field work. NCKF develops the Danish Climate Atlas (Klimaatlas) which contains detailed data about expected future changes in the climate across Denmark.
The position is in the Danish National Centre for Climate Research (NCKF) at DMI, which employs more than 50 climate scientists, including PhD students, junior and senior scientists. The companion Weather Research department employs researchers working with meteorology, oceanography and hydrology. We have a strong international profile, which is also reflected in the many nationalities employed and in the use of both English and Danish as working languages.
Employment
Employment and salary will be according to the Danish Law and Agreements, as a scientist/researcher, depending on previous experience. It will be possible to apply for an addition to the basic salary. Researchers who are recruited from abroad, and who are able to meet certain conditions, have the opportunity to work in Denmark for a period of 60 months under a special 26 % tax rate without deduction, instead of working under the regular income taxation.
The employment area is the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Facilities and associated institutions. Your workplace will be DMI, Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark. Physical presence is expected, but ad-hoc work from home can be arranged.
DMI offers a flexible working week of 37 hours including a paid lunch break, and six weeks of paid vacation annually.
For further details about the position, contact Head of unit, Rasmus Anker Pedersen (telephone: +45 20 46 79 38 or e-mail: rap@dmi.dk).
The DMI wants to contribute to equal opportunities for women and men, and encourage all qualified persons to apply regardless of age, gender or ethnic background.
Virtual Open House
You are invited to a Virtual Open House to get more acquainted with DMI and the National Centre for Climate Research.. Here you will have the opportunity to meet some of your potential new colleagues and to learn about some of our interesting tasks and projects that you might become a part of. We hope to see you online on Monday 8th of May 15:30 – 16:30 CET. Meeting links will be circulated after registration to head of unit, Rasmus Anker Pedersen rap@dmi.dk
Application
Please send your application, including (1) a cover letter with motivation for the application, (2) a curriculum vitae (incl. publication list), (3) a list of research ideas for the position (max. ½-1 page), (4) relevant exam papers and diplomas, (5) possible other relevant appendices and contacts for relevant professional references, so we have it in our system by 21st of May 2023.
To apply for the position, please use the below link “Apply for Position”, and follow the instructions.
We expect to hold interviews between week 21 and 23 2023.
Starting date can be as soon as possible for the selected candidate.
