[ES_JOBS_NET] PhD position in climate change and weather extremes

[Xueke Li]

The Computational Climate Extremes and Impacts Lab (C-CEIL)
<https://sites.google.com/sas.upenn.edu/xuekeli/home> at the City
University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) invites applications for a PhD position
studying the* physical processes and dynamics underlying persistent
warm-season weather extremes in a changing climate*. Highly motivated
candidates with strong interests in *atmospheric dynamics*, *climate
variability and extremes*, *climate change impacts on extreme weather
events*, and *land-atmosphere interactions* are strongly encouraged to
apply.



Applicants should hold a B.S. or M.S. degree in climate science,
atmospheric science, Earth system science, environmental science,
geography, physics, computer science, or a related field. Prior experience
with programming (Python, R, NCL, Bash, or similar), climate modeling
(e.g., CESM), analysis of large observational and reanalysis datasets
and/or numerical model output, and machine learning methods is of advantage.



The position is expected to begin in January 2027. Interested applicants
are encouraged to email a brief introduction, research interests, and a CV
to Dr. Xueke Li (xuekeli at sas.upenn.edu). Applicants should also submit a
formal application through the CityUHK portal (
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes/apply-now) by July
15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the
position is filled. Further inquiries about the position are welcome.



City University of Hong Kong is a leading international research university
ranked #62 (QS 2025) and #78 (THE 2025) worldwide; #1 globally for Most
International Universities (THE 2024 & 2025); #4 in the Young University
Rankings (THE 2024); and #10 (QS 2025) and #16 (THE 2025) in the Asia
University Rankings.
Best regards,
Xueke
-- 
Xueke Li, Ph.D. (she/her)
Assistant Professor
School of Energy and Environment
City University of Hong Kong
Email <xuekeli at sas.upenn.edu> | Website
<https://sites.google.com/sas.upenn.edu/xuekeli>
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