Lead Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling Researcher Fixed-Term

University of Leicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leicester invites applications for a Research Associate in Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling on the SENTINEL project. You will lead physics-based dispersion modelling, setting up NAME, CALPUFF and ADMS, and preparing meteorological inputs to benchmark AI forecasts.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in the School of Engineering and with external partners such as the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, contributing to publications and guidance for

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent qualification in atmospheric science or related field.
• Experience with physical modelling of environmental processes is required.
• Experience with NAME, CALPUFF or ADMS is advantageous, or a strong physics-based modelling background.
• Ability to publish technical outputs or contribute to peer-reviewed work.

Responsibilities

• Lead physics-based dispersion modelling for the SENTINEL project.
• Set up and run atmospheric dispersion models (NAME, CALPUFF, ADMS) and provide benchmarks.
• Prepare meteorological and geospatial inputs; design hindcasting experiments.
• Evaluate forecast performance against health guideline categories and public health reports.

Skills

Python

R

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

PhD (atmospheric science)

Tools

NAME

CALPUFF

ADMS

Job description

The University of Leicester invites applications for a Research Associate in Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling on the SENTINEL project. You will lead physics-based dispersion modelling, setting up NAME, CALPUFF and ADMS, and preparing meteorological inputs to benchmark AI forecasts.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in the School of Engineering and with external partners such as the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, contributing to publications and guidance for