12586 - Scientist/Senior Scientist

CMCC Position Scientist/Senior Scientist Deadline: July 31st, 2024 WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field? CMCC GOCO Division, located in Lecce, is looking for a new position of researcher with experience as numerical modeler, to support the research and the coastal modeling activities. This position is for a Numerical Modeller (i.e., Post Doc, or Junior Scientist for research career at CMCC) with good knowledge of costal physical processes, numerical models and programming skills. The primary purpose for this position is to take on a pivotal role in implementing, testing and further developing hydrological modeling to better serve the connection between river and ocean models by embedding the routing of river loads, such as nutrients and sediment loads. This work contributes to evaluate the relevance of a proper representation of the river loads in terms of the time evolution of nutrient concentration at the river mouths, in some target coastal areas selected within the framework of the supporting project and other collaborations A gained experience with hydrology-hydraulics models (e.g. LISFLOOD, WRFHYDRO) and nutrient transport modeling (e.g. GREEN, BFM) are required. ABOUT US CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling. CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel. At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed. To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following: ROLE The Scientist/Senior Scientist will contribute to the working group of FOCCUS Project. RESPONSIBILITIES The Scientist/Senior Scientist will support the GOCO Division with: Implementing, testing and further developing hydrological modeling to better serve the connection between river and ocean models;Embedding the routing of river loads, such as nutrients and sediment loads. REQUIREMENTSPhD in Physics, Engineering and the other scientific disciplines dealing with numerical modelling e.g Mathematics, Environmental Science; Experience in numerical modeling development;Good knowledge and skills in programming language (i.e Python, Fortran, matlab, R); Knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems and script languages (i.e. *nix shell);Knowledge of parallel programming on HPC architectures;Fluency in English. ADDITIONAL SKILLS:Good communication skills and teamworking attitude;Advanced knowledge of unstructured numerical models;An excellent knowledge of English language; Experience in writing of peer-reviewed publications. DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITSPlease note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally; The Scientist will be based in Lecce CMCC Office;The appointment period will be initially of 12 months starting from September 2024, with a gross annual salary range of 40-60 K Euros. Tenure can be granted from 2 to 4 years after being appointed as a junior researcher;Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract;Flexible working time as per internal policies;Support during the immigration process, if needed. PROTECTED CATEGORY Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition. Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners). CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory. This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position. Applicants responding to this posting declare that they have read, understood and agreed to the "Official Rule for the CMCC Personnel recruitment".
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