Applications are invited for a Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk. This post will involve working within the National Centre of Atmospheric Science (NCAS) team to carry out innovative research in the area of weather and climate risk. Reporting to the NCAS site lead in Oxford, the post holder will be a member of the Predictability of Weather and Climate group providing day-to-day supervision for research assistants. The post holder is responsible for their own grant funded research project within the predictability and climate risk area, contributing to the NCAS National Capability Long Term Science – Single Centre programmes. The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach. Applicants should hold a PhD in Physics or a related field. Experience with post-qualification research and strong publication records would be essential as well as sufficient specialist knowledge in the areas of quantifying climate risks and extreme event attribution to develop research projects and methodologies. The post is full time and open-ended. The closing date for applications is noon UK time on Monday, 3 February 2025. You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description
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_________________________________________________________________________ Job Description and Selection Criteria Job title Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk Division Mathematical Physical and Life Sciences Department Physics Location AOPP Grade and salary Grade 8: £48,235 - £57,255 per annum Hours Full time Contract type Open-ended Reporting to Dr Antje Weisheimer Vacancy reference 177452 Additional information Closing date – midday on Monday,3 February 2025. The role This post will involve working within the National Centre of Atmospheric Science (NCAS) team to carry out innovative research in the area of weather and climate risk. Reporting to the NCAS site lead in Oxford, the post holder will be a member of the Predictability of Weather and Climate group providing day-to-day supervision for research assistants. The post holder is responsible for their own grant funded research project within the predictability and climate risk area, contributing to the NCAS National Capability Long Term Science – Single Centre programmes. Over the past decade, the science of extreme weather and climate event attribution has developed rapidly, to the extent that the results of rapid attribution analyses are now regularly seen in the media following impactful meteorological extremes. There exists a number of different ways to approach the questions of how climate change has affected the intensity or probability of an individual weather event. Recent work in AOPP has suggested that rather than using unconditioned climate model simulations, we should instead use initialised numerical weather forecast models - on very short lead times, where the forecast is highly constrained by the initial conditions the situation is analogous to the storyline approach, whilst as the lead time increases, the framing tends towards the probabilistic approach. The role involves working with ECMWF’s operational ensemble forecasting system and performing attribution experiments for selected extreme weather events in order to understand, describe and quantify the role of climate change for these events. Responsibilities • Develop novel and significant research questions within the context of forecast-based extreme event attribution, building on the ideas of seamless prediction of weather and climate. Conduct individual research using a combination of theoretical, modelling and statistical approaches to assess and understand risks related to extreme events in a changing world. Analyse case-specific and complex quantitative data from a variety of sources, e.g. observations, ensemble weather predictions and climate simulations, and generate original ideas by building on existing concepts. • Develop, establish, and pursue appropriate analytical protocols and techniques to support research using state-of-the-art operational forecast models. • Regularly write research articles at a national and international level for peer-reviewed publications. Present papers at conferences, and lead seminars to disseminate research findings. • Agree clear task objectives, organise, and delegate work to other members of the team and coach other members of the group on specialist methodologies or approaches. Assist the NCAS site lead in NCAS-related managerial tasks. • Raising research funds through grant applications, including in collaboration with other NCAS partners and partner organisations, and manage own area of larger research budget. • Share responsibility for shaping the research group’s plans and the writing of groupfunding applications for new research projects • Liaise with funding bodies and provide information to project stakeholders. Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the team or alone • Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups. • Supervising students from undergraduate to DPhil levels • Actively participate in departmental committees advising on scientific and management matters for the department. Pre-employment screening All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration (so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities so that we Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk – JD 2 can discuss appropriate adjustments with you), and a declaration of any unspent criminal convictions. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Selection criteria • Hold a relevant Ph.D/D.Phil in weather and climate dynamics or related fields • Experience with post-qualification research • Strong publication record and familiarity with the existing literature and research in the field. • Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the areas of quantifying climate risks and extreme event attribution to develop research projects and methodologies. • Ability to independently plan and manage a research project, including the research budget • Ability to raise research funds through making grant applications Desirable selection criteria • Experience of supervising staff • Experience in managing successful collaborations • Experience of managing a research budget • Experience of making grant applications Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk – JD 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Physics Oxford Physics is one of the largest and most eminent departments in Europe – pursuing forefront research alongside training the next generation of leaders in Physics. With an academic staff of over one hundred our activities range from fundamental particles to the furthest reaches of the universe to manipulating matter on an atomic scale. Oxford physicists are probing new ways to harness solar energy, modelling the Earth's atmosphere to predict the future climate, exploring computation on the quantum scale and executing calculations that reveal the fundamental structure of space and time. AOPP Sub-department The post-holder will be based in the AOPP sub-department, which is one of the six subdepartments that together make up the Department of Physics; these are Astrophysics, Atomic and Laser Physics, Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Particle Physics and Theoretical Physics, with a seventh function (Central Physics) providing administrative and technical support to these sub-departments. Members of all subdepartments take part in research, teaching and matters such as examinations, discussion of syllabi, lectures and liaison with undergraduates and postgraduate students. For more information please visit: http://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/ Mathematical, Physical & Life Sciences Division The Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University of Oxford. Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk – JD 4 The MPLS Division's 10 departments and 3 interdisciplinary units span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. Our research addresses major societal and technological challenges and is increasingly focused on key interdisciplinary issues. We collaborate closely with colleagues in Oxford across the medical sciences, social sciences and humanities, and with other universities, research organisations and industrial partners across the globe in pursuit of innovative research geared to address critical and fundamental scientific questions. For more information please visit: http://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/ Athena Swan Charter The Department of Physics holds a gold Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk – JD 5 Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly at personnel@physics.ox.ac.uk . To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk – JD 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk – JD 7
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Applications are invited for a Senior Research Scientist in Weather & Climate Predictability and Risk. This post will involve working within the National Centre of Atmospheric Science (NCAS) team to carry out innovative research in the area of weather and climate risk. Reporting to the NCAS site lead in Oxford, the post holder will be a member of the Predictability of Weather and Climate group providing day-to-day supervision for research assistants. The post holder is responsible for their own grant funded research project within the predictability and climate risk area, contributing to the NCAS National Capability Long Term Science – Single Centre programmes. The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach. Applicants should hold a PhD in Physics or a related field. Experience with post-qualification research and strong publication records would be essential as well as sufficient specialist knowledge in the areas of quantifying climate risks and extreme event attribution to develop research projects and methodologies. The post is full time and open-ended. The closing date for applications is **noon UK time** on Monday, 3 February 2025. You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description
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