Background
With the project Deepcloud, we will use the machine-learning revolution to better understand clouds and their role in the climate system. We aim to train a deep learning model on observations and physical models to represent cloud processes across scales from individual turbulent eddies to cloud systems spanning hundreds of kilometers. We will use this fully data-driven model to understand better how clouds respond to and influence climate change.

Your Tasks

• Develop, train, and apply the deepcloud model in collaboration with other team members
• Evaluate the physical realism of model results using theoretical understanding, physical models, and observations
• Use the model to investigate the behaviour of Arctic clouds in current and future climates

Your Profile

• PhD in physics, meteorology, or a related subject
• Background in cloud physics, boundary-layer processes, or turbulence studies
• Experience with handling large datasets, strong quantitative skills
• A high degree of creativity and scientific curiosity
• Basic knowledge in German (approximately equivalent to CEFR level A1 / A2)
• Very good English knowledge (approximately equivalent to CEFR level C1)

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• rigor in coding and scientific practice

Further Information

The AWI is characterized by

• Our scientific success - excellent research
• Collaboration and cooperation - intra-institute, national and international, interdisciplinary
• Opportunities to develop – on the job and towards other positions
• An international environment – everyday contact with people from all over the world
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working up to 50% of regular working hours
• Health promotion and company fitness with Hansefit and Wellhub
• Support services and a culture of reconciling work and family
• Occupational pension provision (VBL)

AWI values diversity and actively promotes gender parity, as well as an open, inclusive environment that provides equal opportunities. We are convinced that diverse teams and a variety of perspectives enrich our work and our daily collaboration. In a continuous process of learning and reflection, we aim to ensure that all our employees can be themselves and feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from qualified people regardless of binary and non-binary genders, race and nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, age, disabilities, neurodivergence, sexual orientation, and other identities.

Applicants with disabilities will be given preference when equal qualifications are present.

AWI fosters work-family compatibility in various ways. As a new international member of our team, you can be sure that we will help you settle in. Our Family Office and International Office will be glad to support you, even before you start at AWI.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.