Meteorologist

Meteorologist

Based in Wallingford

Band 6 – Salary £26,715 - £30,000

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed meteorologist to work with land surface scientists in an active, research-focused team based at our Wallingford site. The aim of the research is to better understand the feedback between the atmosphere and land surface, with a focus on the African and Indian monsoons.

The primary roles of this post will be to:

• develop and apply new techniques using earth observation data to isolate key processes in surface-atmosphere feedbacks
• analyse atmospheric model output on a range of scales to quantify feedback processes and evaluate the models using observations
• write scientific papers detailing research findings
• collaborate with partners in UK and overseas.

Skills and qualifications required on appointment

You will:

• have a 2.1 Degree in either physical sciences or mathematics with element/modules of computing, plus a PhD in a numerate science degree (preferably meteorology), or at least a Masters degree with relevant experience
• demonstrate a solid understanding of meteorological processes
• be able  to travel overseas occasionally for project work.

Training will be provided to develop specific additional technical skills if required. Within this position, there will be opportunities for you to develop new proposals for funding, and build a long-term research career within CEH.

Closing Date: 5^th December 2014  

Applications are handled by UK SBS Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at   http://www.topcareer.jobs/Vacancy/irc167874_4898.aspx  Applicants who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867000. Please quote reference number IRC167874