The CMCC Foundation is recruiting two researchers in paleoclimate modelling under the ERC Synergy Grant project EUROpest, which investigates climate–society interactions in preindustrial Europe between 1300 and 1800 CE. The positions focus on high-resolution palaeoclimate simulations and quantitative analysis of climate variability within an interdisciplinary framework linking environmental history, epidemiology, and Earth system science. Research will address atmospheric dynamics, ocean–atmosphere interactions, and climate extremes across Europe and the Mediterranean using numerical modelling and statistical methods.
The roles involve integrating climate model simulations with proxy-based reconstructions to study past climate variability and extreme events through model evaluation and data-driven interpretation. Researchers will examine coupled climate processes across regional and continental scales within an international collaboration spanning climate science, geosciences, and environmental physics. The work also supports linking simulation outputs with studies of environmental change and societal responses using Earth system approaches.
Selected candidates will analyse externally forced simulations using high-performance computing environments with programming tools such as Python and Bash. Responsibilities include evaluating climate variability, quantifying uncertainty, and comparing model outputs with reconstructed climate records. The position also contributes to scientific publications and dissemination activities while supporting interpretation of climate system behaviour. Strong expertise in climate modelling, atmospheric and ocean sciences, and computational geoscience is required.
The positions are based in Bologna, Italy, within an international research environment focused on palaeoclimate modelling and Earth system analysis. Successful candidates will work under senior supervision while contributing to collaborative European research on climate variability and long-term climate–society interactions.
Position Details
- Position: Researchers in Paleoclimate Modelling
- Institution: Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change Foundation (CMCC)
- Department: Climate Modelling / HR Department (EUROpest Project Team)
- Research Disciplines: Climate Science, Geosciences, Atmospheric Science, Oceanography
- Location: Bologna, Italy
- Job Type: Researcher (PhD-level / R2)
- Contract Duration: Temporary (minimum 12 months)
- Start Date: To be confirmed
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary/Funding: Based on qualifications and experience under EU research funding
- Required Qualification: PhD or equivalent
Research Area
- Paleoclimate modelling
- Climate variability and extremes analysis
- Earth system modelling
- Atmospheric and ocean–atmosphere interactions
- High-resolution climate simulation analysis
Eligibility / Qualifications
Required qualifications include:
- PhD in climate science, atmospheric science, oceanography, geosciences, physics, applied mathematics, or statistics
- Experience with regional or global climate models and Earth system modelling frameworks
- Knowledge of atmospheric, oceanic, or coupled climate system processes
- Experience in climate simulation analysis and model evaluation approaches
- Proficiency in scientific programming using Python and Bash
- Experience working in high-performance computing (HPC) environments
- Strong quantitative and statistical analysis skills for spatio-temporal datasets
- Experience in climate variability and extremes analysis using data-driven methods
- Ability to work in interdisciplinary and international research environments
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct analysis of high-resolution palaeoclimate simulations over Europe and the Mediterranean
- Evaluate externally forced climate model outputs and ensemble datasets
- Investigate atmospheric dynamics and ocean–atmosphere interactions in climate systems
- Compare model simulations with proxy-based climate reconstructions
- Apply statistical methods for climate variability, uncertainty, and extremes analysis
- Support HPC-based climate data processing and simulation workflows
- Contribute to interdisciplinary research linking climate and societal dynamics
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit their application through the official CMCC recruitment portal. Candidates should ensure all documentation is complete and aligned with the requirements of the EUROpest project and CMCC recruitment guidelines.
Required documents include:
- Updated academic CV
- Cover letter outlining research experience
- List of publications (if applicable)
- Academic transcripts and PhD certificate
- Contact details for referees
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 05 June 2026
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2026 (23:59 Europe/Rome)
- Interview Period: To be communicated
- Expected Start Date: To be confirmed
Early application is strongly recommended due to competitive selection within the EUROpest research consortium and limited available positions.
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Institutional Overview
The CMCC Foundation is an internationally recognised climate research institution specialising in climate modelling, Earth system science, and environmental policy support. It contributes to advanced research on climate variability, climate change impacts, and sustainability strategies across Europe and beyond. The institution fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between climate scientists, mathematicians, physicists, and environmental researchers within high-performance computational environments.
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