12632 - Expert on statistical and AI-ML forecast methods

CMCC Position
 Expert on statistical and AI-ML forecast methods
Deadline: December 15^th, 2024

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Our Division of Climate Variability and Predictions (CLIVAP), located in Bologna, is looking for a new position of post-graduate or postdoc to support activities of accuracy improvement and temporal extension of Early Warning Systems for extreme events, making use of statistical and/or AI-ML tools.

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!


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ROLE
The candidate will be devoted to the implementation of tools for the improvement of forecast abilities under different time horizons, also as part of the MedEWSa EU project activities , where a particular focus will be given to the interaction with project partners (e.g. the Centro Previsioni e Segnalazioni Maree, Center of Predictions and Warnings of Tides of  Venice Municipality) for the extension of the existent sea level Early Warning Systems to the sub-seasonal time horizon.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate will support the CLIVAP Division:

• Improving exiting forecasting tools
• Implementing new AI based forecasting tools
• Supporting the preparation of project deliverables
• Interacting with project partners to facilitate knowledge sharing

• Strong focus on research objectives.
• a PhD or a MSc in scientific disciplines, possibly related to climate dynamics, physics, mathematics or statistics.
• proven experience in numerical modelling, use of AI-ML tools and/or climate data handling.
• very good knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems and skills in programming language (i.e. Python and Fortran)
• Good knowledge of the English language.

• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
• The Managers will be based in Bologna CMCC office.
• The appointment period will be initially of 24 months starting from January 2025, with a gross annual salary range of 30-42K Euros. Tenure can be granted from 2 to 4 years after being appointed as a junior researcher.
• Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
• Flexible working time as per internal policies.
• Support during the immigration process, if needed.

PROTECTED CATEGORY
Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).

CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.
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