Postdoctoral Research Assistant in MicroCarb Mission
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in MicroCarb Mission
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Job Description
Grade UE07:per annum
College of Science & Engineering School of GeoSciences
Fixed Term: 9 months until 31 March 2026
Full Time: 35 hours per week
The Opportunity:
Given the unprecedented growth rates of atmospheric CO2 in 2023 and 2024 there is no better time to study the global carbon cycle and how it might change with a warming climate. MicroCarb a FrenchUK satellite mission launching in summer 2025 will collect atmospheric CO2 data that will allow us to precisely monitor changes in the global distribution of CO sources and sinks. The UK science lead for MicroCarb is at the University of Edinburgh so this opportunity is a valuable opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the instrument and its capabilities before data delivery begins. This positions you to make significant scientific contributions once the data becomes available.
This post is fulltime (35 hours per week) and fixed term until 31 March 2026.
The salary for this post is 40497 to 48149 per annum.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- A PhD (or a PhD submitted) in a relevant quantitative scientific discipline.
- Experience in developing and running an atmospheric transport model.
- Experience in interpreting data.
- Experience with FORTRAN and Python computer languages.
- Proven ability to work independently and efficiently.
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
CV
Cover letter that describes your previous research experience.
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
At the University of Edinburgh you will join a group of researchers that study various aspects of atmospheric composition on Earth. These include surface emissions uptake and atmospheric chemistry and transport of trace gases and aerosols. The group widely uses in situ and remotely sensed measurements computers models and advanced data analysis techniques to gain a better fundamental understanding of the composition of Earths atmosphere. Our group website: competitive salary Championing equality diversity and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages(opens new browser tab) The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Offices English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 13 June 2025.
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Interviews will be held 2 weeks after deadline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
