12726 - Post-doc And/or Junior Scientist

**CMCC Position cod. 12726** **Post-doc and/or Junior Scientist** Deadline: June 30th, 2025 **WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR** The CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici is seeking two highly motivated and skilled Machine Learning experts to join our interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and Earth system science. **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. Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research Together **ROLE** The two positions will focus on developing hybrid models that combine physics-based and ML approaches to Earth system modelling. Specifically, the goal is to integrate CMCC’s coarse-resolution Earth System Model with ML-based emulators of unresolved processes, creating hybrid models that enhance the representation of complex phenomena and emulate the behaviour of ultra-fine grid models. These hybrid systems aim to accelerate simulations while leveraging the strengths of both physical and data-driven methods. **RESPONSIBILITIES** The post-doc researcher(s) and/or junior scientist(s) will support the ESYDA Earth System Model (ESM) development group through the following activities: - Develop machine learning algorithms tailored to Earth system processes - Train and validate models using observational data and model outputs - Integrate ML approaches into CMCC’s Earth System Model infrastructure - Collaborate with CMCC scientists across multiple disciplines to support the integration of Earth System Modelling with socio-economic impact models. - Present results at scientific conferences and publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journals. **REQUIREMENTS** - PhD (or equivalent experience) in Machine Learning, Climate Science, or a related field. - Demonstrated expertise in deep learning, spatiotemporal modeling, or probabilistic ML methods. - Experience working with Earth System Models. - Proficiency in Python and tools such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Xarray, Dask. - Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and in collaborative teams. - Good command of written and spoken English. **DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS** - Jobs' duration is 2 years, with the possibility of renewal. - Please note that these job opportunities will be issued both internally and externally to CMCC. - The job positions are located at CMCC in Bologna. - Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract - Flexible working time as per internal policies. - Tenure can be granted from 2 to 4 years after being appointed as a junior researcher. - 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**"**. We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year. My96eKYSyo