[ES_JOBS_NET] PostDoc position (3 yrs) for regional-scale atmospheric inverse modeling at high-resolution

[Mathias Goeckede]

Dear colleagues,

we are seeking to fill a PostDoc position (3 years) for regional-scale 
atmospheric inverse modeling at high resolution. All details on the 
position, required qualifications and the application procedure can be 
found here:

https://www.bgc-jena.mpg.de/5701119/job_full_offer_20463327?c=4659329

The application deadline is *June 26, 2023*, and the position is planned 
to start between October 01, 2023 to April 01, 2024.

Please share this information with your colleagues and potential 
candidates.

Best regards, Mathias Göckede


*Position description:*
We are seeking a postdoctoral specialist (m/f/d) with experience in 
atmospheric inverse modeling to constrain land-atmosphere exchange 
fluxes of carbon at scales ranging from landscape (few km) to regional 
(few 10s – 100s of km). This new position will be closely linked to 
ongoing research within our group focusing on large-eddy simulations and 
atmospheric inversions at global to pan-Arctic scales, resp. The 
successful candidate (m/f/d) will fill a key position within the 
ERC-synergy project Q-Arctic, closely interacting with a large network 
of international project partners. The position will be embedded within 
an interdisciplinary research team that is conducting experimental, 
observational and modelling studies focusing on Arctic carbon cycle 
processes under global climate change.

*Tasks*:

  * Combine atmospheric boundary layer modeling at very high spatial
    resolution with inverse modeling concepts to simulate
    land-atmosphere exchange fluxes at local to landscape scales. This
    should include, but is not restricted to, LES modeling and linking
    to global inversion schemes already used by our group.
  * Exploit multi-disciplinary data sources to inform landscape scale
    inversions over selected boreal and Arctic domains, including e.g.
    surface-based and airborne observations from recent monitoring
    campaigns in NW Canada, isotope datasets, or satellite retrievals.
  * Explore the connection between land cover composition, spatial
    structure of landscape elements, and typical length scale of
    variability in a heterogeneous Arctic landscape, with net carbon
    exchange budgets.
  * Conduct atmospheric inversions to evaluate the performance of
    upgraded biosphere process models for simulation of Arctic carbon
    fluxes at very high spatial resolution, provided by project
    partners. The interpretation of process model results will be
    conducted jointly with project team colleagues contributing modeling
    results and in situ measurements.

*Qualifications:*

  * Higher education degree (PhD) in atmospheric or natural sciences
    (e.g. meteorology, geo-ecology or other geo-science, or
    environmental physics)
  * Experience in studying surface-atmosphere exchange processes with
    atmospheric approaches is a prerequisite
  * Experience in one or several of the following disciplines is
    expected: atmospheric transport modeling, boundary layer
    meteorology, observation and interpretation of time series of
    greenhouse gas mixing ratios, and inverse optimization techniques
  * Solid experience in scientific programming is essential
  * Demonstrated insights into Arctic ecology or carbon cycle science
    are considered beneficial
  * We seek a flexible and proactive person (m/f/d) who is able to work
    both independently as well as in a larger team
  * Very good written and spoken English is essential

*Terms of employment:*
This is a full-time post-doctoral position to be filled from 01.10.23, 
but starting not later than 01.04.24, with current funding guaranteed 
for a duration of 36 months. Part-time work is generally possible. The 
position will be evaluated and graded following the collective agreement 
according to TVöD Bund; in addition, we will provide a pension plan 
based on the public service (VBL).

The Max Planck Society (MPS) strives for gender equality and diversity. 
The MPS aims to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are 
underrepresented. Women are therefore explicitly encouraged to apply. We 
welcome applications from all fields. The Max Planck Society has set 
itself the goal of employing more severely disabled people. Applications 
from severely disabled persons are expressly encouraged.

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Dr. Mathias Göckede

Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry
Hans-Knöll-Str. 10
07745 Jena, Germany

+49-(0)151-5110 6657
mathias.goeckede at bgc-jena.mpg.de
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