Post-doctoral Research Assistant - Reading, United Kingdom - University of Reading

University of Reading
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The University of Reading is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and ambitious researcher to work on the Climate Change Impact on Midlatitude Cyclone Intensity, Tracks and Impacts (CLIM-CITI) project.

Fixed term post, up to 24 months.


Extratropical cyclones in the North Atlantic storm track region cause significant economic damage each year due to their strong winds and heavy rainfall.

However, despite advancements, the sixth IPCC assessment report (AR6) highlights ongoing uncertainties in predicting changes in the North Atlantic storm track, hindering effective decision-making on climate adaptation by governments and industries.

This uncertainty partly stems from limitations in how extratropical cyclones are represented in climate models.

To address this challenge, a shift in approach is necessary, moving beyond assessments of average storm tracks and extratropical cyclone intensities.

CLIM-CITI will explore the structural features and intensification mechanisms of individual extratropical cyclones shaping the storm tracks in reanalysis, historical climate model simulations and future climate projections.

The ultimate objective is to improve the accuracy of future climate projections of storm tracks.

  • An interest in extratropical meteorology
  • Numeracy skills and experience working with large datasets
  • Personal skills to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Confidence in communicating findings within the research community.
You will work with scientists within the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading.

You will also work with scientists from the University of Exeter, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology and the UK Met Office.


  • Closing date: 16 June_
  • Interviews will be held: 5 July_

Informal contact details

Contact role:

Principal Investigator


Contact name:

Helen Dacre


The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality.

Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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