Research Associate in Atmospheric Dynamics (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a Research Associate to study the Earth's mesosphere, lower thermosphere, and ionosphere (MLTI), a critical boundary region linking the atmosphere below and space above.

Working with colleagues at the British Antarctic Survey, the University of Leeds and the US National Center for Atmospheric Research, you will use NASA and ESA satellites to measure the effects on the Scandinavian MLTI of small-scale atmospheric ('gravity') waves. You'll examine these measurements to identify the signatures of phenomena such as local and regional weather, the output of the sun, El Nino and the Madden-Julian Oscillation. You will compare these observed effects to simulations run using the leading WACCM weather model, and to ionospheric data from the state-of-the-art EISCAT-3D radar. The ultimate goal of MesoS2D is to drive a step-change in our knowledge of and ability to predict the MLTI, and you will play a key role in delivering this goal.

You will join a thriving atmospheric dynamics research group led by Prof Wright, and work with colleagues studying a range of topics including sudden stratospheric warming events, innovative weather models, and techniques to predict hurricanes and typhoons. You will have the opportunity to contribute to these projects and others as well as your core work on MesoS2D. 

For informal enquiries about this job, please contact Prof Corwin Wright ([email protected] ). Please ensure your application is submitted via our website. The post is ideally intended to start as soon as possible, but there is some flexibility on this. The post is advertised as a ten-month post as the current end-date of the funding is January 2025, but once a candidate is appointed we hope to apply for an extension which, if awarded, would extend the post to a total of eighteen months.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD degree in a relevant subject
• Demonstrated scientific programming capabilities
• The ability to write research reports and to effectively disseminate outcomes, including at multi-institution project meetings and national/international conferences
• Tenacity in working to achieve own and team objectives and to overcome obstacles

You will have the attributes to develop into a kind and culturally aware leader who fosters an environment where every individual is valued and respected, regardless of their background or identity. You will proactively seek out diverse perspectives, recognizing the richness and creativity this brings to decision-making and problem-solving. You will remain optimistic in the face of challenges, seeing them as opportunities for growth and innovation. You will understand that change is inevitable and necessary, actively encouraging those around you to adapt and evolve. 

By promoting a culture of openness and inclusivity, coupled with a willingness to listen as well as a readiness to embrace change, you will contribute profoundly to a dynamic and empowered team that can thrive in today's rapidly changing world.

This role will take place within the University's Centre for Climate Adaptation and Environment Research and the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering.

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