Research Fellow, Climate dynamics [LKCMedicine]

About This Role

Seeking a PhD researcher to lead research on marine heatwaves, ocean-atmosphere interactions, and extreme heat attribution using advanced modelling frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced modelling and analytical frameworks to investigate marine heatwaves, ocean-atmosphere interactions, and extreme heat attribution.
• Analyze large-scale climate, oceanic, and environmental datasets to understand the drivers, mechanisms, and variability of extreme heat events.
• Contribute to technical reports, conference presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Support collaborative research activities with internal and external partners, including project coordination and scientific communication.
• Assist in related grant, project, and lab activities, including mentoring students and contributing to the broader research agenda of the team.

Requirements

• PhD degree in climate sciences, environmental sciences and oceanography or related field
• Familiarity with extreme event forecasting and projection
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Python, R or other programming languages
• Entry level candidates are welcome to apply