Research Associate in Climate Extremes; f/m
Zürich, 8081, Zurich, Kanton Zürich, Switzerland
Listed on 2026-10-25
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Data Scientist -
Science
Research Scientist, Environmental Science, Data Scientist
Location: Zürich
Zurich (and working from home) | 80-100% This is how you can contribute
- Conduct climatological investigations into extreme weather events (taking large-scale circulation patterns into account)
- Scientifically analyse weather and climate model data
- Analyse the characteristics, variability and trends in pre-industrial, present-day and future climates
- Develop data analysis tools, manage data and bring research results into operations
- Collaborate with national and international partners, in particular within the National Centre of Competence in Research 'CLIM+ – Climate Extremes and Society:
Strengthening Resilience' (CLIM+) - Produce reports, documentation and scientific publications
- PhD in atmospheric and climate science, meteorology, environmental science, physics or a related subject
- Very good knowledge of the dynamics of extreme weather and climate extremes in the mid-latitudes, and of the influence of circulation and teleconnections
- Very good knowledge of the analysis and handling of datasets from numerical weather prediction, reanalysis and climate models
- Experience in using modern analytical methods and programming, as well as a basic understanding of and interest in machine learning
- Enjoy collaborating with project partners and is motivated to find solutions together
- Proficiency in two official languages and very good command of English
Bring your passion for interdisciplinary collaboration to the National Centre of Competence in Research CLIM+ and to Meteo Swiss. Use your research experience to generate new knowledge on extreme weather, changes in atmospheric circulation and climate change.
Our benefits- Working for Switzerland We are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
- Embracing diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
- Staying healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.
The Swiss Federal Office for Meteorology and Climatology Meteo Swiss is the Swiss National Weather Service. We record and forecast weather and climate in Switzerland and thus make a sustainable contribution to the well-being of the community and to the benefit of industry, science and the environment. The offices of the Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA) take systematic measures to ensure a good working environment and the health of their staff.
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