12680 - Junior Water Modeler

at  CMCC Foundation

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field?
We are looking for a Junior Modeler who will be involved in ongoing international/European research projects in the fields of climate adaptation, risk assessment, and nature-based solutions.

ABOUT US

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC’s core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.
CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.
At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.
Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD degree in Hydrology, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics or related field;
• Background and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: Hydrological Modelling, Hydraulic Modelling, Numerical Modelling, Analysis of Large Datasets, Flood Risk Assessment, GIS and Remote Sensing, Extreme Value Statistics or related topics;
• Basic quantitative and programming skills or a willingness to learn (ideally in R or Python);
• Very good knowledge of English (working language at CMCC/RAAS).

The Junior Modeler will be involved in ongoing international/European research projects in the fields of climate adaptation, risk assessment, and nature-based solutions.