Research Scientist (North Atlantic Climate Tipping Points, PROMOTE WP3)

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Reading seeks a talented post-doctoral scientist for a full-time, fixed-term role focused on understanding the predictability of North Atlantic climate tipping points. The position involves using advanced modeling techniques and collaborating with project members. Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field and strong analytical skills. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant climate research.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical ability and self-motivation required.
• Experience analyzing climate model outputs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on predictability of North Atlantic tipping points.
• Use statistical and physical models for climate predictions.

Skills

Analytical Ability

Self-Motivation

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Mathematical or Physical Science

Tools

Climate Models

Job description

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Research Scientist (North Atlantic Climate Tipping Points, PROMOTE WP3), Reading

Client: University of Reading

Location: Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: f29ec0c8e785

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

We seek a talented post-doctoral scientist to carry out research to better understand the predictability of subpolar North Atlantic tipping points. Full time, fixed term position up to 30 Months, and is available to start immediately.

Tipping points, where the climate system undergoes rapid and abrupt changes, or changes that are irreversible on societal timescales, are one of the most uncertain and potentially impactful consequences of a warming climate. The North Atlantic subpolar gyre and the Greenland Icesheet are two such suspected tipping points with the potential to drastically change European weather. However, there is a large uncertainty in the processes that are leading to such tipping points and it is currently unknown how predictable these events could be.

To make progress, you will use statistical and physical models to improve our understanding of the predictability of subpolar North Atlantic tipping points and identify the regions and variables that enable successful predictions. Additionally, you will work to understand the physical processes that are shaping subpolar tipping points and their representation within earth system models.

You will have:

• A PhD (or shortly expect to receive) or equivalent experience in mathematical or physical science
• Strong scientific analytical ability, and self-motivation
• Experience of analysing output from climate models or similar datasets
• The disposition to collaborate effectively with both internal and external project members

The post will be based in the National Centre for Atmospheric Science, within the Department of Meteorology, and is part of the PROMOTE (Progressing Earth System Modelling for Tipping Point Early Warning Systems) project, funded under the Forecasting Tipping Points (FTP) programme of the Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA). Please note that candidates are required to be based in Reading for the entire duration of the contract.

Candidates should include a cover letter indicating their interest in the role and motivation for applying.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.