paleoclimate modeling;
PDRA Earth System Modeller - Cambridge, UK
15 April 2024 - 17:33
Cambridge,
United Kingdom
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British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for a PDRA in Earth System Modeller to join their Ice Dynamics and Paleoclimate team. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. They employ experts from many different professions to carry out their Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!
Working at BAS is rewarding. Their skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through their extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org
As a valued member of their team, you’ll be eligible for the following benefits:
· 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days
· Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your band)
· 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP – including support with physical, mental, social, health and financial issues)
· Flexible and family friendly working opportunities
· Cycle to work scheme
· Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and much more.
The selected candidate will be joining their Ice Dynamics and Palaeoclimate team to help them to deliver new insights in the past changes in the carbon cycle that can be used to inform future climate projections. Specifically, the candidate will be working closely with the ice core gas geochemistry lab led by Dr. Thomas Bauska (https://www.bas.ac.uk/profile/thausk/).
The ideal start date for the position is in the late Summer/early Autumn of 2024.
Working at BAS is rewarding. Their skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through their extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org
As a valued member of their team, you’ll be eligible for the following benefits:
· 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days
· Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your band)
· 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP – including support with physical, mental, social, health and financial issues)
· Flexible and family friendly working opportunities
· Cycle to work scheme
· Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and much more.
The selected candidate will be joining their Ice Dynamics and Palaeoclimate team to help them to deliver new insights in the past changes in the carbon cycle that can be used to inform future climate projections. Specifically, the candidate will be working closely with the ice core gas geochemistry lab led by Dr. Thomas Bauska (https://www.bas.ac.uk/profile/thausk/).
The ideal start date for the position is in the late Summer/early Autumn of 2024.
Description
The Ice Core Gas Laboratory at the British Antarctic Survey is recruiting a PDRA to augment their team’s expertise in greenhouse gas analysis to include an Earth System modelling component. Using their numerical modelling skills, the ideal candidate will further develop an earth system model of intermediate complexity to study the greenhouse gas feedbacks over glacial-interglacial timescales. In anticipation of new data emerging from various “Old Ice” drilling efforts, a time period of particular interest will be the mid-Pleistocene transition when the earth transitioned from 40k to 100k cycles.
Rewind the clock to 1,500,000 years ago and then fast forward back to today. How has the earth’s climate changed? The first thing you would notice is that the earth oscillates between warm climates, like today, and cold climates, when the earth was much cooler (~7 degrees C) and massive ice sheets reached as far south as present-day New York City and North Norfolk. These swings between cold and warm climates occur with a distinct rhythm, like a heartbeat for the earth. The second thing you might notice is that this heartbeat slowed as you move closer to today. Sometime around 900,000 years ago the pattern moved from a warm period occurring every 40,000 years to every 100,000 years. This transition is known as the mid-Pleistocene
Transition (MPT) and remains one of the long-standing enigmas in paleoclimate.
Rewind the clock to 1,500,000 years ago and then fast forward back to today. How has the earth’s climate changed? The first thing you would notice is that the earth oscillates between warm climates, like today, and cold climates, when the earth was much cooler (~7 degrees C) and massive ice sheets reached as far south as present-day New York City and North Norfolk. These swings between cold and warm climates occur with a distinct rhythm, like a heartbeat for the earth. The second thing you might notice is that this heartbeat slowed as you move closer to today. Sometime around 900,000 years ago the pattern moved from a warm period occurring every 40,000 years to every 100,000 years. This transition is known as the mid-Pleistocene
Transition (MPT) and remains one of the long-standing enigmas in paleoclimate.
Tasks
Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop specific skills in earth system modelling and ice core data interpretation, along with many broader career develop opportunities such as grant writing, public engagement and networking.
The selected candidate be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people, progressing their career and giving them the support, they need to thrive at BAS.
main responsibilities will include:
· Install and test an earth system model of intermediate complexity on the BAS HPC
· Perform ensemble experiments of orbital-scale variability using a simple, efficient earth system model (i.e. with an energy balance atmospheric) and focus on the last glacial cycle. Within this large ensemble perform a smaller subset of “snapshot” experiments using a dynamic atmosphere
· Analyse the ensemble by comparing to ice core data of atmospheric CO2 and its isotopes
For the full description, please have a look at the 'Job Profile document' at: https://bas.ciphr-irecruit.com/applicants/vacancy/600/PDRA-Earth-System-Modeller
The selected candidate be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people, progressing their career and giving them the support, they need to thrive at BAS.
main responsibilities will include:
· Install and test an earth system model of intermediate complexity on the BAS HPC
· Perform ensemble experiments of orbital-scale variability using a simple, efficient earth system model (i.e. with an energy balance atmospheric) and focus on the last glacial cycle. Within this large ensemble perform a smaller subset of “snapshot” experiments using a dynamic atmosphere
· Analyse the ensemble by comparing to ice core data of atmospheric CO2 and its isotopes
For the full description, please have a look at the 'Job Profile document' at: https://bas.ciphr-irecruit.com/applicants/vacancy/600/PDRA-Earth-System-Modeller
Requirements
Current projects the team are working on include: the hunt for the oldest ice core record with Beyond EPICA project (https://www.beyondepica.eu/en/); understanding Holocene carbon cycle dynamics with the SIWHA project (https://www.bas.ac.uk/project/siwha/) and several model-focused projects led by colleagues Dr. Louise Sime and Dr. Xu Zhang.
For the role of PDRA Earth System Modeller BAS is looking for somebody who has:
· PhD in Earth Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related Natural Science field
· Experience working with paleoclimate datasets and running climate/carbon cycle models
· Experience working independently on a research project
· Comfortable with math, physics and chemistry that are relevant to Earth System Modelling
For the role of PDRA Earth System Modeller BAS is looking for somebody who has:
· PhD in Earth Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related Natural Science field
· Experience working with paleoclimate datasets and running climate/carbon cycle models
· Experience working independently on a research project
· Comfortable with math, physics and chemistry that are relevant to Earth System Modelling
Applications
You can apply at bas.ac.uk/vacancies
Application deadline
Further information
To view the full job description, please visit: https://bas.ciphr-irecruit.com/applicants/vacancy/600/PDRA-Earth-System-Modeller
and click on 'Job Profile'.
Informal enquiries about the role are to be directed to Dr. Thomas Bauska (thausk@bas.ac.uk).
and click on 'Job Profile'.
Informal enquiries about the role are to be directed to Dr. Thomas Bauska (thausk@bas.ac.uk).
Contact email
thausk
bas.ac.uk
bas.ac.uk
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Paleoclimate Modeling and Analysis - Fairfax, USA
28 March 2024 - 16:40
Fairfax,
United States
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The Paleo R&D Lab (Paleoclimate Reconstructions and Dynamics) at the Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic & Earth Sciences, George Mason University (GMU), invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in paleoclimate modeling and analysis
Department: Atmospheric Oceanic and Earth Sciences, College of Science
Classification: Post Doc 12 month
Job Category: Postdoctoral Faculty
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Department: Atmospheric Oceanic and Earth Sciences, College of Science
Classification: Post Doc 12 month
Job Category: Postdoctoral Faculty
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Description
In line with Mason’s Carnegie classification as a Research I university, the Department of Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Earth Sciences (AOES) focuses on being a prominent center for translational research. Faculty and students in the department conduct high quality, rigorous research on pressing problems, and work to disseminate knowledge in both academic and non-academic circles. The department offers undergraduate degrees in Geology and Atmospheric Sciences, M.S. degrees in Earth Systems Science and Climate Science, and a Ph.D. in Climate Dynamics. The faculty includes geologists, atmospheric scientists, paleontologists, paleoclimatologist and oceanographers. Additional information about the department may be found at: https://science.gmu.edu/academics/departments-units/atmospheric-oceanic-earth-sciences. GMU's proximity to Washington, D.C. provides unmatched geographical access to numerous federal agencies and national laboratories.
This NSF-funded postdoctoral project aims to explores the impact of various boundary conditions on hydroclimate patterns across the tropics since the Last Glacial Maximum. The research methodology entails integrating isotope-enabled coupled climate model simulations, paleoclimate data compilation and synthesis, and proxy system models. The postdoctoral research fellow works in close collaboration with researchers from Brown University, NCAR, and the Ohio State University. The position is funded for up to two years, subject to satisfactory progress in the first year.
This NSF-funded postdoctoral project aims to explores the impact of various boundary conditions on hydroclimate patterns across the tropics since the Last Glacial Maximum. The research methodology entails integrating isotope-enabled coupled climate model simulations, paleoclimate data compilation and synthesis, and proxy system models. The postdoctoral research fellow works in close collaboration with researchers from Brown University, NCAR, and the Ohio State University. The position is funded for up to two years, subject to satisfactory progress in the first year.
Tasks
- Conduct climate model simulations and analyze climate model outputs;
- Compile and synthesis paleoclimate data;
- Integrate climate model outputs, paleoclimate data, and proxy system model;
- Lead publications in peer-reviewed journals;
- Present project results in academic conferences
- Compile and synthesis paleoclimate data;
- Integrate climate model outputs, paleoclimate data, and proxy system model;
- Lead publications in peer-reviewed journals;
- Present project results in academic conferences
Requirements
- Terminal degree in a related field;
- Ph.D. in Earth sciences, climate dynamics, atmospheric sciences, geography, or a closely related field;
- Experience in analyzing output from climate models;
- Strong scientific analytical ability, creativity, and self-motivation;
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, NCL, or R; and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience with running CESM or CAM is highly desirable; and
- Experience with academic publishing is preferred.
- Ph.D. in Earth sciences, climate dynamics, atmospheric sciences, geography, or a closely related field;
- Experience in analyzing output from climate models;
- Strong scientific analytical ability, creativity, and self-motivation;
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, NCL, or R; and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience with running CESM or CAM is highly desirable; and
- Experience with academic publishing is preferred.
Applications
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Paleoclimate Modeling and Analysis at https://listings.jobs.gmu.edu/jobs/ba453750-3069-4476-ade0-e760b0525f87#applynow; complete and submit the online application; and provide a cover letter, CV, research statement and a list of three professional references with contact information.
Posting Open Date: January 30, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 1, 2024
Open Until Filled?: Yes
Posting Open Date: January 30, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 1, 2024
Open Until Filled?: Yes
Application deadline
Further information
To view the full job advert, please visit: https://listings.jobs.gmu.edu/jobs/ba453750-3069-4476-ade0-e760b0525f87#applynow
For inquiries and more information, please contact Dr. Xiaojing Du (xdu5@gmu.edu)
For inquiries and more information, please contact Dr. Xiaojing Du (xdu5@gmu.edu)
Contact email
xdu5gmu.edu
gmu.edu