Postdoctoral Scientist: Atmospheric Chemistry & Inverse Modelling

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Center for Sustainability Science & Strategy (CS3) to join the AGAGE network. You will interpret observations of non-CO2 greenhouse and ozone-depleting gases using models, measurements and inverse methods, contributing to emission and transport rate analyses.

The role engages with an international team of scientists and atmospheric chemists at MIT, with potential for extension based on

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is required.
• Proficiency in scientific programming.
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative research.
• Preferred: inverse modelling experience and using 3D chemical transport models.
• Experience with observational data sets (ground-based and remote sensing) and a strong track record of scientific output.

Responsibilities

• Interpret AGAGE observations of non-CO2 greenhouse and ozone-depleting gases using models, measurements and inverse methods.
• Collaborate with an international team of scientists and atmospheric chemists at MIT.
• Contribute to determining emissions, transport rates, loss rates, ozone depletion and radiative forcing by these gases.

Skills

Scientific programming

Quantitative research

Inverse modelling

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant discipline

Job description

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Center for Sustainability Science & Strategy (CS3) to join the AGAGE network. You will interpret observations of non-CO2 greenhouse and ozone-depleting gases using models, measurements and inverse methods, contributing to emission and transport rate analyses.

The role engages with an international team of scientists and atmospheric chemists at MIT, with potential for extension based on