Job Reference: 722_24_ES_AC_R2
Position: Postdoc position on soil dust emission: field campaigns, theory and modeling (R2)
Closing Date: Monday, 28 October, 2024
Job title: Postdoc position on soil dust emission: field campaigns, theory and modeling (R2)
About BSC: The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain.
It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, and is a founding member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe).
The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies to facilitate scientific progress.
BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D into both computer and computational science (life, earth, and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries.
Context and Mission: We are looking for a Postdoctoral researcher in the Atmospheric Composition (AC) group at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center.
The AC group, led by Carlos Pérez García-Pando, aims to better understand and predict the spatiotemporal variations of atmospheric pollutants along with their effects upon air quality, weather, and climate.
Key DutiesDevelop original research and analysis strategiesParticipate in collaborative projects with partner institutionsPresent results at international meetingsPublish results in high-impact peer-reviewed journalsContribute ideas for new research projectsRequirementsEducation: PhD in Physics, Geology, Geosciences, Engineering, or related disciplineEssential Knowledge and Professional Experience:Knowledge of wind erosion and dust emissionExperience in field campaignsKnowledge of soil and airborne dust lab analysesRobust geology backgroundFluency in EnglishCompetences:Very good interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to take initiative, prioritize and work under set deadlinesAbility to work both independently and within a teamConditionsThe position will be located at BSC within the Earth Sciences Department.
We offer a full-time contract (37.5h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, flexible working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, and support for relocation procedures.
Duration: Open-ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration.
Holidays: 23 paid vacation days plus 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement.
Starting date: ASAP.
Applications Procedure and ProcessTo apply, please submit a full CV in English including contact details, and a Cover Letter with a statement of interest in English, including two contacts for further references.
Applications without this document will not be considered.
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