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Wien, Österreich Universität Wien Vollzeit

The University of Vienna is a cosmopolitan hub for more than 10,000 employees, of whom around 7,500 work in research and teaching. They want to do research and teach at a place that suits their ideas and work together towards answering the big questions of the future. You also appreciate the exchange between disciplines, cultures and generations? We are looking for a/an

**University assistant (post-doc) in Numerical Weather Prediction and Data Assimilation (3+3 years)**:
53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy

Job vacancy starting: 07/01/2024 | Working hours: 40.00 | Classification CBA: -48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)

Limited contract until:
Job ID**:2454**

The research group “Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) and Data Assimilation” led by Prof. Martin Weissmann is part of the Department of Meteorology and Geophysics. One major focus of our research is the assimilation and impact of novel satellite observations as e.g. cloud-affected infrared and visible radiances as well as Aeolus satellite wind lidar observations.

**What we are looking for**:
We are looking for an enthusiastic post-doc to join our group. The new group member shall either propose his/her research plan that complements the current research activities of the group or work on the impact of Aeolus satellite wind lidar observations in global NWP models (see below).

The envisioned starting date is July 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is initially limited to 3 years with the possibility of an extension for another 3 years.

**Tasks of the position**:
You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

- You conduct research on the impact of Aeolus or a proposed topic.
- You disseminate the results in peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
- You teach independently in our BSc and MSC curricula within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
- You support the other group members in technical and scientific concerns.
- You contribute to project proposals.
- You contribute to organizational and administrative tasks.

**Required and desirable qualification**:

- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team (required);
- Profound programming skills (required);
- Experience in numerical modelling or the analysis of NWP model output (required);
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (required);
- Expertise in data assimilation (desirable)

**What we offer**:
**Fair salary plus health care and social benefits**:The basic salary of EUR 4,752,30 (14 times a year) increases if we can credit professional experience.

**An opportunity to push your career further**: You have the possibility to acquire a habilitation.

**Living in the liveliest city of the world** according to multiple international ratings (Economist, Mercer and Monocle).

**Work-life balance**:Flexible working hours and the possibility of home office at an Austrian domicile (up to 50%)

**Faculty travel budget** of 1500 per year plus additional department funds if needed.

**Training and coaching**:You will have full access to the extensive training and development program offered by the University of Vienna, one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe.

**Inspiring and supportive working atmosphere**: You will be part of an inspiring international team in a department that was completely overhauled in 2020 with three new chairs and excellent research facilities including department IT infrastructure and personnel.

**Applications via our job portal should include**:

- Letter of motivation including a statement of research interests and if applicable a research plan
- Curriculum vitae including a list of publications
- Names and contact details of two persons serving as references

**If you have any content questions, please contact**:
Martin Weißmann

We look forward to new personalities in our team

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**Application deadline**: 06/16/2024

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