Postdoc: Stratocumulus Cloud Microphysics & LES Modeling

Delft University of Technology; Delft; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension (ABP)

Relocation support

Education and training opportunities

Flexible leave and hours

Job summary

TU Delft invites applications for a PostDoc position in measuring and simulating low clouds as part of the TurPhyCloud ERC Synergy project. You will work with an international team on high-resolution in-situ measurements and the MiLES model to advance understanding of stratocumulus cloud microphysics.

The role requires a PhD and strong CFD background with Python/Fortran/C++ skills, plus experience with RANS/LES and remote sensing.

Qualifications

• PhD in climate science, physics, mathematics or computer science.
• Solid CFD background and programming in Python/Fortran/C++.
• Experience with in-situ and remote sensing measurements of atmospheric turbulence.
• Experience with CFD tools, such as RANS or LES models.

Responsibilities

• Co-develop measurement and simulation strategies during field campaigns.
• Co-design data management for the project.
• Analyze measurement and simulation results to improve understanding of microphysics-turbulence-radiation interactions in stratocumulus clouds.
• Collaborate across departments and international partners; present findings at meetings.

Skills

CFD background

Python programming

Fortran programming

C++ programming

Visualization tools

Analytical skills

Education

PhD degree

Tools

RANS models

LES models

In-situ instruments

Drones equipment

Job description

TU Delft invites applications for a PostDoc position in measuring and simulating low clouds as part of the TurPhyCloud ERC Synergy project. You will work with an international team on high-resolution in-situ measurements and the MiLES model to advance understanding of stratocumulus cloud microphysics.

The role requires a PhD and strong CFD background with Python/Fortran/C++ skills, plus experience with RANS/LES and remote sensing.