[Met-jobs] Postdoc position "middle atmosphere dynamics"

[jacobi@rz.uni-leipzig.de]

The Institute for Meteorology (LIM), Universität Leipzig, Germany,  
invites applications for an open PostDoc Position (100% TV-L E13)  
“Middle atmosphere localized gravity wave forcing: Formation, impact  
and long-term evolution”.

The project focuses on the detection, analysis, and modelling of  
stratospheric gravity wave (GW) hotspots and their effect on the  
dynamics of the middle atmosphere. To this end, GW hotspots will be  
identified on the basis of observations, reanalysis data and model  
output by analysing different GW parameters, and also background  
conditions. From these analyses possible GW sources as well as  
meteorological conditions that favour the generation of GW hotspots  
will be deduced. To analyse the interaction processes of these GW  
hotspots with the circulation of the middle atmosphere, in particular  
experiments with the global circulation models will be performed.

For further details, please contact:
Prof. Christoph Jacobi
Institute for Meteorology
Universität Leipzig
jacobi@uni-leipzig.de.

We expect strong interest in atmospheric dynamics. Applicants should  
have a PhD in meteorology, geophysics, physics, or mathematics.  
Experience in either numerical modeling or high-level scientific  
programming for data analysis is highly desirable.

The position is awarded for 3 years. Start of the position is intended  
as soon as possible.

Interested candidates should send a CV; a cover letter describing  
background, training and research interests; certificates; and the  
contact information of two potential referees to jacobi@uni-leipzig.de.

Reviews of applications will begin immediately and continue until the  
position has been filled. The selection for the positions will be  
based solely on merit without regard to gender, religion, national  
origin, political affiliation, marital or family status or other  
differences. Among equally qualified candidates, handicapped  
candidates will be given preference.




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Christoph Jacobi
Universität Leipzig
Institut für Meteorologie
Stephanstr. 4
04103 Leipzig
Phone: +49-341-9832876
Fax:   +49-341-9832899