12738 - 2 Climate and AI/ML researchers

CMCC Position cod. 12738
 2 Climate and AI/ML researchers
Deadline: July 31st, 2025

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

CLIVAP division is looking for two Climate and AI/ML researchers to support the activity of the division in terms of development and implementation of AI/ML postprocessing tools with the aim to prepare appropriate data-sets for the detection of extreme events and their analysis in the frame of multi-hazard early warning systems. Part of the activities will align with the MedEWSa project.


ABOUT US
CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!


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ROLE

The incumbents will optimize, develop and implement AI based systems for big datasets and forecast simulations at different time horizon (from seasonal to decadal and beyond). They will analyze the model output with the aim to improve our ability to detect, understand and forecast extreme events and their impact.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Data mining of high-resolution climate model simulations, seasonal forecasts and analysis of atmospheric drivers and predictors of extreme events
• Optimization of AI-based systems for big datasets and climate models
• Development and implementation of AI-based approaches for the detection of extreme events, such as heat waves, tropical cyclones, windstorms, droughts, and their spatial-temporal extent
• Comprehensive analysis and testing of new techniques to evaluate the efficiency of methods for reproducing the distributional and temporal characteristics of extremes
• Transformation of the AI-based pipelines into service-oriented entities
• Forecasting, detection, analysis and impact assessment of weather/climate extremes, natural hazards and cascading events
• Dissemination of scientific results; Peer-reviewed publications and presentation of results at international conferences.

• A PhD in one of the following disciplines: mathematics, statistics, physics, earth or agricultural sciences, engineering, environmental engineering
• Interest/knowledge in climate science and statistical applications
• Big data handling and mining experience (e.g. observations and climate model and seasonal forecast data)
• Statistical modelling, with preference on AI/ML expertise; Familiarity with working on extreme events
• Experience with Early Warning Systems will be considered a bonus. Please provide details
• Experience with Decision Support Systems will be considered a bonus. Please provide details
• Very good programming skills, ideally with relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Leadership and advanced communication skills, both in written and spoken English, and excellent academic writing skills
• Enthusiasm for work in a multidisciplinary, collaborative and international environment
• Willingness to take responsibility and make a significant contribution to the joint project, take initiatives and contribute to the research and development of the group.

• Bologna’s CMCC premises
• Fully on-site position

• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
• The researchers will be based in Bologna CMCC premises.
• The appointment period will be initially of 24 months starting from September/October 2025, with a gross annual salary range between 28K and 45K Euros depending on qualification and working experience.
• Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
• Support during the immigration process, if needed.

PROTECTED CATEGORY
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Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).

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