[ES_JOBS_NET] ECMWF Job Vacancy for a Scientist or Senior Scientist - Earth System Predictability, Closing date: 13 December 2018

[Julie Palmer]

Dear Mailing List,

Another exciting opportunity at ECMWF for an Scientist or Senior Scientist
Position information

Vacancy No.: VN18-39

Department: Research

Grade: A2/A3

Section: Earth System Predictability Section

Job Ref. No.: STF-C/18-39

Reports to: Head of Section

Publication Date: 8 November 2018

Closing Date: 13 December 2018

About ECMWF
ECMWF is both a research institute and a 24/7 operational service, producing and disseminating numerical weather predictions to its Member States. ECMWF carries out scientific and technical research directed to the improvement of its forecasts, collects and processes large amounts of observations, and manages a long-term archive of meteorological data. Satellite and in situ observations provide the information for up-to-date global analyses and climate reanalyses of the atmosphere, ocean and land surface.

The Earth System Predictability main objective is to identify, through numerical experimentation, process studies and diagnostics relevant directions and developments leading to skill improvements in the ECMWF seamless forecasting systems. The work requires interaction and collaboration with several other teams and sections at ECMWF on both scientific and technical aspects, as well as engagement with the broader international community.

For details, see www.ecmwf.int/<http://www.ecmwf.int/>.
Summary of the role
The position is in the Earth System Predictability Section of the Research Department. The Scientist or Senior Scientist will conduct independent and collaborative research to advance the quality of the ECMWF seamless forecasting systems. These are probabilistic forecasts of weather and weather statistics from days up to several seasons ahead. The forecasts are performed with coupled atmosphere-land-ocean-waves and sea-ice models.

The successful candidate will conduct numerical experimentation and evaluation to advance probabilistic predictions, with special focus on the sub-seasonal range (weeks three and four). This time scale plays a pivotal role in the ECMWF strategy.  ECMWF will continue to lead the newly endorsed WWRP/WCRP S2S-II program, which plans frontier numerical experimentation to advance S2S systems.
Main duties and key responsibilities
For Scientist, Grade A2

Conducting numerical experimentation with advanced configurations of the Earth System to identify main directions for skill gains at weeks 3-4
Contributing to the design and implementation of seamless ensemble forecasting systems, including coupled model configurations, initialization strategies, and assessment of the observing system
Contributing to the development of new metrics for model evaluation at different time scales, with emphasis on coupled feedbacks and processes relevant for the different forecast ranges

For Senior Scientist, Grade A3
Designing numerical experimentation with advanced configurations of the Earth System to identify main directions for skill gains at weeks 3-4
Contributing to the design and implementation of seamless ensemble forecasting systems, including coupled model configurations, initialization strategies, and assessment of the observing system
Developing new metrics for model evaluation at different time scales, with emphasis on coupled feedbacks and processes relevant for the different forecast ranges.
Engaging with the external Earth system model community to advance the science of the coupled system
Representing ECMWF interests in external forums and committees
Personal attributes
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
Good interpersonal and communication skills, cultural sensitivity
Flexibility with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and need
Ability to work efficiently and complete diverse tasks in a timely manner
Ability to collaborate with both internal and external experts goes here
Qualifications and experience required

Education

A university degree in physics, meteorology, oceanography, geosciences, or a related subject or equivalent is essential.

An advanced university degree is desirable for candidates considered for the higher grade.

Experience

For Scientist, Grade A2

Experience with numerical experimentation using Earth system models.
Experience in probabilistic forecasting and predictability.

Experience in analysing variability in large geophysical datasets.

Experience on ocean/earth system modelling and dynamical meteorology would be an advantage.

Experience with UNIX (and/or Linux) systems is required.

For Senior Scientist, Grade A3

Substantial experience with numerical experimentation using Earth system models.

Substantial experience in probabilistic forecasting and predictability.

Experience in analysing variability in large geophysical datasets.

Experience with high-performance computing environments and complex scientific codes.

Experience on ocean/earth system modelling and dynamical meteorology would be an advantage.

Experience with UNIX (and/or Linux) systems is required.


Knowledge and skills (including language)

Good understanding of physical processes involved in the variability of the Earth System is essential.
Very good programming and scripting skills are required.
Knowledge of python is desirable.
Candidates must be able to work effectively in English and interviews will be conducted in English.
A good knowledge of one of the Centre’s other working languages (French or German) would be an advantage.

Other information
Grade remuneration
The successful candidate will be recruited at either the A2 or the A3 grade, according to the scales of the Co-ordinated Organisations
For the A2 grade, the minimum annual basic salary will be £58,238.40 net of tax.
For the A3 grade, the minimum annual basic salary will be £71,861.52 net of tax.
This position is assigned to the employment category STF-C as defined in the Staff Regulations.
Full details of salary scales and allowances are available on the ECMWF website at www.ecmwf.int/en/about/jobs, including the Centre’s Staff Regulations regarding the terms and conditions of employment.


Starting date: As soon as possible.
Length of contract: Four years, with the possibility of a further contract.
Location: The position will be based in the Reading area, in Berkshire, United Kingdom.
Interviews for this position are expected to take place in Reading, Berkshire, week commencing 14th January 2019.
How to apply
Please apply by completing the online application form available at www.ecmwf.int/en/about/jobs.
At ECMWF, we consider an inclusive environment as key for our success. We are dedicated to ensuring a workplace that embraces diversity and provides equal opportunities for all, without distinction as to race, gender, age, marital status, social status, disability, sexual orientation, religion, personality, ethnicity and culture. We value the benefits derived from a diverse workforce and are committed to having staff that reflect the diversity of the countries that are part of our community, in an environment that nurtures equality and inclusion.

Staff are usually recruited from among nationals of the following Member States and Co‑operating States:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Hungary, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Morocco, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Staff from other countries may be considered in exceptional cases.




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Julie Palmer
Recruitment and Talent Management Officer
ECMWF | HR Section
e: julie.palmer at ecmwf.int<mailto:julie.palmer at ecmwf.int> t: +44 1189 49 9161


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