SMHI is looking for a researcher in the field of urban climate to strengthen our research activities with a focus on high-resolution modeling of meteorological processes in cities, especially in connection with heat stress. We offer a stimulating work environment with international collaborations and flexible working methods.

B-Kode invites applications for an experienced urban overheating computer scientist, to work in the context of the HORIZON CARMINE project (https://shorturl.at/oGMP2). This project on “Climate Resilient Development Pathways in Metropolitan Regions of Europe” aims to bridge the local and regional scales by providing impact-based decision support services and multilevel climate governance supporting local adaptation, including both traditional and Nature-Based Solutions. The work performed in this vacancy will contribute to the work package on “integrating climate physical risk assessment models and earth system processes”, and will focus on developing very high-resolution models of urban overheating, combining physical-based modelling with advanced AI techniques.

Key Responsibilities:
● Develop and implement high-resolution, scaleable, and transferable urban overheating models.
● Utilise machine learning algorithms to emulate and improve upon existing numerical models.
● Provide at-scale, fit-for-purpose information on local heat hazards and impacts, and data-driven adaptation and mitigation strategies.
● Analyse large datasets to extract meaningful insights related to urban overheating.
● Work collaboratively with the CARMINE partners in charge of integrating climate physical risk
assessment models and earth system processes.

More information on B-Kode and the vacancy can be found in the link below.

Application deadline: 1 May 2024. The application procedure will remain open until the right candidate is found.