Climate Projections Project Officer

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

This role is for a project scientist in Climate Variability and Change Program in the area of climate projections. The role will contribute to the Pacific-Australia Climate Change Science and Adaptation Program (PACCSAP).

This role will advance the science of regional climate projections, with a focus on the Pacific in the 21st century. The research will involve analysis of observed data and the outputs from global climate model simulations and regional downscaling simulations. The successful candidate will contribute to representing uncertainty in climate projections, and tailoring projection products to needs of users. They will collaborate with scientists in other disciplines who are undertaking impacts, adaptation and vulnerability projects.

The successful candidate will have completed a BSc in climate science or an equivalent field. They will have a good understanding of climate change science including observations, processes, causes of observed changes, projections and potential impacts. They will have the ability to analyse and evaluate climate model data and develop climate projections.  A strong background in the application of mathematics to climate data and their physical interpretation is essential. They will also collaborate with colleagues in the research team, which involves scientists in CSIRO, the Bureau of Meteorology and several universities. Good communication skills are essential.

Specifically you will have:

• Significant experience in the analysis of climate observations and climate model results.
• Strong computing skills:  This will require experience with UNIX-based computers, well-developed programming skills in modern Fortran or similar languages, scripting languages such as Python, data archiving and experience with Microsoft Office software, statistical analysis software, and data visualisation software.
• Ability to apply established techniques for evaluating climate model data and generating regional climate change projections. This will primarily involve analysis of very large datasets comprised of climate model output and climate observations, and consultation with users of climate projection products.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise and collaborate with scientists from other agencies and take responsibility for project milestones.

Location:      Aspendale, VIC
Salary:          $55K - $70K pa plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure:         17 months approx. (to June 2013)
Ref No:          VIC03000

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