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PDRA in convective-scale model evaluation and software development, Reading
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Client:
University of Reading
Location:
Reading, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
12.08.2025
Expiry Date:
26.09.2025
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Job Description:
This is a full time, fixed term position until September 2027.
Closing date: 23:59 on 1st September 2025
Interview date: w/c 22nd September 2025, online only
The Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading is looking to appoint a researcher with software development experience to support the development and evaluation of numerical weather prediction of precipitation during the South Asian monsoon in collaboration with the Met Office and research organisations across India.
You will have :
* PhD in a mathematics- or physics-based science or equivalent research experience, or near completion
* Knowledge of software development quality principles, e.g. version control, github collaboration, documentation and testing
* Experience of developing software for external users, e.g. clients or collaborators
* Ability to collaborate constructively and proactively with both internal and external colleagues
Contact Name: Thorwald Stein
Contact Job Title: Associate Professor in Clouds
Alternative Contact Job Title: Professor in Monsoon Systems
We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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