Postdoc in Atmospheric Transport Modelling, Vienna

Overview The research group“Atmospheric Transport Processes” led by Prof. Andreas Stohl, part of the Department of Meteorology and Geophysics, develops the Lagrangian transport model FLEXPART and studies transport in the atmosphere, ranging from greenhouse gases to pollutants, water vapour and heat. The group also uses inverse modelling techniques to determine sources of greenhouse gases, radionuclides, or air pollutants and is developing research on the higher atmosphere.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the maintenance and further development of the Lagrangian transport model FLEXPART.

Conduct research using FLEXPART on selected topics within the group’s interests.

Write project applications and assist in acquiring third‑party funding and in project management.

Provide scientific and technical support to team members, FLEXPART co‑developers, PhD and master students.

Teach independently within the collective agreement, including the co‑supervision of BSc and MSc theses.

Publish results in peer‑reviewed journals.

Strengthen the collaborative culture of the team and the Department.

Qualifications

Completed Ph.D. or doctoral degree in atmospheric sciences (e.g., meteorology, climatology) or a related field.

Strong programming skills.

Data analysis and interpretation experience guided by theoretical/physical understanding.

Good team spirit and willingness to collaborate.

Very good command of the English language.

Experience with Lagrangian transport models is an advantage.

Expertise in programming, preferably in Python and/or Fortran.

Benefits A longer‑than‑average postdoctoral contract with freedom to choose research topics. A supportive and collaborative working atmosphere, fair salary above EUR 5,014.30 per month payable 14 times per year, health care and social benefits, flexible working hours and the option to work remotely within Austria, and ongoing training and coaching opportunities.

Equal Opportunities The University of Vienna has an anti‑discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. Preference will be given to qualified women candidates given equal qualifications.

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