Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research (TROPOS), Leipzig

The Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research (TROPOS) is a research institute of the Leibniz Association and an internationally renowned institute in the field of aerosol and cloud research.

The advertised position is part of the DFG research unit C3SAR (Cloud 3d Structure And Radiation), coordinated by the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research in Leipzig with partners at the Universities of Munich, Cologne and Hanover as well as the German Weather Service in Offenbach and Lindenberg. The partners combine leading expertise in modeling and observing clouds and their radiative properties with the aim of taking the complex spatial structure of clouds into account in climate models and global remote sensing. The position thus offers highly relevant and interesting opportunities for work and cooperation in one of the most important areas of climate research. In the sub-project under consideration, TROPOS contributes its expertise in the detailed modeling of clouds to the project network and plans to make it possible for the first time to link detailed cloud modeling and radiation calculations.

TROPOS is looking for a PhD student (m, f, d, n/a) for the following tasks:

• Creation of detailed cloud simulations and their combination with observational data to improve the interpretation of cloud processes
• Coupling of cloud simulation data with detailed radiation calculation
• Evaluation of simulated 3D cloud-radiation effects in relation to observable quantities
• Compilation and publication of the research results in scientific journals and presentation of the results at scientific conferences.

We are looking for a doctoral candidate with the following qualifications:

• Master's degree in meteorology, physics, mathematics, computer science or an equivalent scientific or mathematical discipline
• Very good knowledge of Python and FORTRAN programming, UNIX/Linux and shell script
• Knowledge in dealing with server-based computer structures and high-performance computers (e. g. HLRE at DKRZ)
• Confident handling of analysis and visualization software
• Very good written and spoken English skills are required
• Furthermore, experience in dealing with the ICON model and the scientific utilization of ICON data is an advantage

The ideal start date would be 1^st August 2024. The position is limited to 4 years.

We offer you

• an exciting job with a varied range of activities in an interdisciplinary working environment and a wide range of options for balancing work and family life, as well as flexible working hours and daycare places
• an attractive living environment with Leipzig as an interesting and culturally diverse city
• The position involves part-time work of 30 hours per week and offers the opportunity for promotion.
• The salary will be TV-L pay group 13, including the attractive social benefits of the public sector.

TROPOS values the diversity of its employees and pursues the goals of equal opportunities. In order to increase the proportion of female employees in scientific and science-related positions, we hereby specifically invite female candidates to apply. People with disabilities ("Schwerbehinderung” according to Book IX of the German Social Code) have priority in the hiring process if they have the same suitability, aptitude and professional qualifications.

If you are interested, please send your complete and informative application documents (including references) by 1^st June 2024 exclusively by e-mail in one coherent PDF document to:

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More information about TROPOS can be found on the website www.tropos.de.