Head of Atmospheric Observations: Lead Data & Sensors

University of York - Department of Chemistry; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of York, within the Department of Chemistry, seeks a Head of Atmospheric Observations to provide strategic leadership for long-term measurement sites, gas and aerosol observations, remote-sensing facilities, and sensor development at NCAS. You will guide a diverse team of scientists across NCAS and partner universities to ensure world-class data and national capability.

The role requires leading cross-disciplinary teams, delivering high-value datasets, and advancing observational

Qualifications

• Experience managing a multi-disciplinary team and budgets across distributed sites.
• Proven track record deploying atmospheric observations and high-value datasets.
• PhD in a relevant field, or equivalent experience in atmospheric observations or facility management.
• Knowledge of latest developments in analytical, environmental and atmospheric observations.
• Familiarity with national/international environmental observation frameworks (AURN, WMO, ICOS, ACTRIS).
• Ability to support NCAS staff to develop data products and visualization tools for new user communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for long-term atmospheric measurement sites, gas and aerosol observations, remote-sensing facilities, and sensor development.
• Lead scientists across NCAS and partner universities to deliver world-class data and research underpinning national capability in atmospheric science.
• Support development of novel data products and visualization tools for new user communities.

Skills

People management

Budget management

Strategic leadership

Data quality & visualization

Stakeholder engagement

Education

PhD in atmospheric science or related field

Tools

Atmospheric measurement instruments

Data management

Remote sensing technologies

Job description

University of York, within the Department of Chemistry, seeks a Head of Atmospheric Observations to provide strategic leadership for long-term measurement sites, gas and aerosol observations, remote-sensing facilities, and sensor development at NCAS. You will guide a diverse team of scientists across NCAS and partner universities to ensure world-class data and national capability.

The role requires leading cross-disciplinary teams, delivering high-value datasets, and advancing observational