The Department of Meteorology at Stockholm University (MISU) conducts research and education spanning the atmosphere, ocean and physical climate sciences. We offer educational programmes at the Bachelors, Masters and PhD levels. Our research addresses fundamental questions concerning the dynamics, physics, chemistry and biogeochemistry of the atmosphere and ocean relevant for weather and climate. We study questions originating from the deep ocean to the upper atmosphere and from the tropics to the poles. In this effort, we use and develop theory, statistical methods, and numerical models in close interplay with observations. We also develop and lead observational research using satellite and surface-based measurements, including icebreaker expeditions to the Arctic.
MISU is embedded in a larger research environment including the Bolin Centre for Climate Research, the Baltic Sea Centre , and the Swedish e-Science Research Centre. The department is highly international, with over half our employees coming from outside Sweden. For more information about us, please visit: www.su.se/department-of-meteorology.
This research project investigates two-way interactions between severe convection and the large-scale atmospheric circulation. While synoptic-scale flow patterns create the environments that support widespread severe convection, growing evidence suggests that latent heating associated with organized convection can in turn modify the upper-level flow, influencing downstream jet stream evolution and Rossby wave dynamics. These feedbacks may contribute to the development and persistence of high-impact weather, including blocking events and heatwaves.
Using targeted numerical experiments with the ICON model, the successful candidate will isolate the causal pathways linking convection and the large-scale circulation and quantify the strength of these interactions. The project will further assess the implications of convective-scale feedbacks for global climate simulations as well as medium-range and subseasonal weather predictability.
The project combines convection-permitting and large-scale numerical modeling, dynamical diagnostics, Lagrangian analysis, and statistical attribution to investigate multiscale interactions in the atmosphere. The simulations will be conducted on HPC infrastructure. Postprocessing and analysis of model data is largely based in python.
The successful candidate is expected to conduct numerical simulations, using the ICON modeling system, process and analyze large atmospheric datasets on high-performance computing (HPC) systems, and develop and implement analysis workflows for model output.
It is expected to publish results in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present findings at international conferences and workshops. The candidate is also expected to supervise and advise MSc and BSc student projects.
In order to qualify for a Postdoctoral position, applicants are required to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent relevant degree from another country. The degree must have been completed no later than when the employment decision is made.
The doctoral degree must be in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, climate science or a related field. It is considered an advantage if the doctoral degree or an equivalent degree was completed no more than three years prior to the application deadline. Under special circumstances, an older degree may also be an advantage. Special circumstances refer to sick leave, parental leave, elected positions in trade unions, service in the total defense, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical attachment or service/assignments relevant to the subject area.
In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research skills within the area of the employment. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate excellent written and spoken English, the ability to work independently and take initiative, as well as strong collaborative skills.
The position involves full-time employment for a minimum of two years and a maximum of three years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date by January 1st, 2027, or as per agreement. There is flexibility for the start date to be moved earlier but not later.
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Further information about the position can be obtained from Assistant Professor Monika Feldmann, [email protected].
For information about the recruitment process and terms of employment, please contact Head of Administration Sara Engström, [email protected].
Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a personal letter and CV as well as the attachments requested in the application form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.
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Anställningsform: tidsbegränsad anställning | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100 % | Ort: Stockholm | Län: Stockholms län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: SU FV-2428-26 | Facklig företrädare: ST/OFR ST/OFR 08162000, ST/OFR ST/OFR 08162000, Saco-S Saco-S 08162000, Saco-S Saco-S 08162000, Seko Seko 0770457900, Seko Seko 0770457900, | Publicerat: 2026-07-28 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-08-28
