PhD position in inverse modelling of greenhouse gases and radioactivity in the atmosphere (4 years)

While the focus of the PhD study will be discussed with the successful candidate, possible tasks will be:

• Quantify greenhouse gas emissions (e.g., of methane or carbon dioxide) based on flux, concentration or remote sensing measurements of these gases;
• Quantify emissions of radionuclides (e.g., Cs-137) released from historic nuclear weapons tests and accidents in nuclear power plants based on available atmospheric concentration as well as deposition data;
• Further develop the Lagrangian transport model FLEXPART as required for these applications;
• Further develop the inverse modelling techniques used for constraining emissions into the atmosphere;
• Publish your scientific results in peer-reviewed journals;
• Teach classes within our bachelor or master programs in Meteorology (independently / within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement);
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• Completed master or diploma in the atmospheric sciences (e.g., meteorology, climatology), or a related field;
• Strong programming skills;
• Data analysis and interpretation experience;
• A good team spirit and willingness to collaborate;
• Very good command of the English language.

These skills would be an advantage:

• Experience with Lagrangian transport models;
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