Research Associate for the Project “Low-level clouds ” on the coupling between small-scale clou[...]

Institution

Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Earth System Sciences, Cluster of Excellence “Climate, Climatic Change, and Society (CLICCS)”

Salary level

EGR. 13 TV-L

Start date

as soon as possible, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG)).

Application deadline

Scope of work

• part-time
• Weekly hours: 65 % of standard work hours per week

Responsibilities

Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue further academic qualifications outside of their work responsibilities. They may also pursue doctoral studies outside of working duties.

The two positions are part of the project “Low-level clouds” of the cluster of excellence “Climate, Climatic Change and Society II”, which aims to better constrain the response and climate impact of stratocumulus clouds.

• The first position will focus on small-scale cloud‑turbulence interaction and its adjustment to global warming. This work considers direct numerical simulations.
• The second position will focus on the climate impact of these small-scale adjustments. This work considers storm‑resolving climate models.

Qualifications

• A university degree in a relevant field.
• For the first position, a background in fluid mechanics, turbulence, numerical methods and programming will be considered very favorably.
• For the second position, a background in cloud physics, storm‑resolving‑ or LES circulation models, radiation and climate feedbacks and programming would be optimal.

Benefits

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work‑life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum

University Information

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Application Information

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Copies of degree certificate(s)

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Reference Number

61

Location

Bundesstraße 55
20146 Hamburg

Contacts

• Juan Pedro Mellado
  
  
• Stefan Bühler