Climate Modeling Research Fellow

Colorado State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Climate Modeling to join its Department of Atmospheric Science. The role involves researching hydroclimate dynamics, particularly US hydroclimate and Pacific surface warming patterns. Candidates should have a strong background in climate science and programming. While temporary remote work may be considered, the position is primarily based in Fort Collins, CO, requiring in-person collaboration.
Colorado State University is a world-renowned institution committed to advancing knowledge through research, education, and outreach. Our Department of Atmospheric Science is one of the largest and most respected academic and research departments in the country.

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge research on hydroclimate dynamics. The successful candidate will have a strong background in climate science, mathematics, or a related field and excellent programming skills.

The Rugenstein Research Group at CSU focuses on large-scale climate dynamics and ocean-atmosphere interaction. We study the Earth's energy balance, radiative feedbacks, ocean heat uptake, US hydroclimate, and hemispheric albedo symmetry.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will perform research on US hydroclimate, Pacific surface warming patterns, and the hot model problem in CMIP6. The project includes collaboration with GFDL / NOAA and the Colorado Climate Center. One focus of the project is impacts of precipitation on the Colorado River Basin.

This position requires a strong background in programming and statistics, and enthusiasm about handling a large amount of complex data, including climate model output and observations. A background in physics and basic knowledge of hydroclimate, extreme events, and general climate dynamics are advantageous.

The chosen candidate will be required to work in Fort Collins and will benefit from the highly interactive climate at the Department of Atmospheric Science. Temporary remote work may be an option, but this is not a remote position.