Research Fellow in Climate Science – UK

About the Position

The University of Hertfordshire invites applications for the position of Research Fellow in Climate Science within the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science (SPECS). This is a fixed-term, full-time position for one year based at the College Lane Campus, Hatfield, with flexible remote working options. Supervised by Professor Ranjeet S. Sokhi, the successful candidate will join an international research team working on the Horizon Europe FOCI project, exploring non-CO₂ radiative forcers, atmospheric composition, and climate interactions. The role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge studies on weather, air quality, and health impacts, supporting interdisciplinary collaborations and data-driven climate modelling to improve predictive understanding of the Earth’s system.

Position/Job Details

Position: Research Fellow in Climate Science
Institution: University of Hertfordshire
Department: School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science (SPECS), Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics (PAM)
Research Field: Climate Science and Atmospheric Physics
Location: Hatfield, United Kingdom (Hybrid/Remote considered)
Number of Posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (1 Year)
Start Date (Anticipated): 2026 (Exact date TBC)
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary Range: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum (UH7 Grade, pro rata)
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Atmospheric composition and climate interactions
Climate modelling and simulation
Air quality and environmental health impacts
Non-CO₂ radiative forcers (Horizon Europe FOCI project)
Earth system modelling and atmospheric physics

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. Climate Science, Atmospheric Physics, Environmental Science).
Strong experience with regional climate models (e.g. WRF-CMAQ or similar).
Proficiency in Fortran and Python programming on Unix/Linux platforms.
Proven experience in data analysis, visualisation, and model validation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in multi-institutional research projects.
Knowledge of SMOKE, MEGAN, or other atmospheric input data software.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct climate and atmospheric simulations using high-resolution models.
Process, analyse, and interpret model data and observational datasets.
Collaborate on research publications, reports, and funding proposals.
Maintain and optimise software codes on the university’s high-performance cluster.
Participate in scientific conferences, workshops, and collaborative initiatives.

Application Process

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted via the University of Hertfordshire’s official recruitment portal. Applicants should attach a personal statement detailing how their skills and experience align with the person specification.

Required Documents: