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? 
Our Institute for Earth System Predictions (IESP) is hiring a talented, motivated 
and proactive Post-Doc / Junior Scientist to work in the Global Coastal Ocean 
division in the framework of the FOCCUS project, contributing to the development 
data assimilation approach for coastal ocean modelling

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!





To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to 
the following:




ROLE
The role will be pivotal within the coastal ocean modelling team, contributing to 
the development of enhanced forecasting capabilities of coastal ocean models. 
Activities will focus on both research advancements in oceanography and the 
transition to operational forecasting, with a strong emphasis on innovative data 
assimilation solutions and the integration of observational data.


RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is for a Data Assimilation Expert for Ocean Modelling oriented to 
the Coastal Ocean, with advanced expertise in data assimilation, leveraging 
variational, statistical and/or hybrid approaches, including artificial 
intelligence and machine learning for model-data integration. The ideal candidate 
should have a deep understanding of general ocean circulation, coastal processes, 
and very high-resolution modelling techniques, with a particular focus on 
unstructured grids. Additionally, a strong knowledge of observational data - both 
satellite and in situ - across scales from open ocean to coastal regions is 
desired.


REQUIREMENTS

We are seeking candidates with a strong background in data assimilation for ocean 
circulation modelling, oriented to coastal processes and very high-resolution 
modelling techniques. Proficiency in programming languages and experience with 
processing and interpreting simulation-based and observational datasets are 
essential for success in this role. 

	PhD or equivalent experience in Physical Oceanography, Coastal 
Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics or other scientific disciplines dealing 
with numerical modelling (e.g. Physics, Mathematics) 
	Experience in developments and implementations of coastal ocean models
	Good knowledge and skills in programming language (i.e Python and 
Fortran/C) 
	Knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems and script languages (i.e. *nix 
shell)
	Knowledge of parallel programming on HPC architectures
	Fluency in English


DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

	Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and 
externally. 
	The Researcher will be based in Lecce CMCC office.
	The appointment period will be initially of 24 months, starting from 
December 2014 / January 2025, renewable for 24 months additional months pending a 
positive evaluation. Tenure can be granted from 2 to 4 years after being appointed 
as a junior researcher.
	Contract and gross annual salary will be based on qualifications and 
working experience.
	Welfare package 
	Flexible working time
	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.
This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned 
CMCC Position.