Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center (NERSC) Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027 in Climate Reanalysis, Norway

Overview

The Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center in Bergen, Norway, offers a three-year, full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow position focusing on climate reanalysis. Starting on 1 March 2027, this appointment is linked to the European Union-funded CLIMATE_NEXT project. The selected researcher will work within the Climate Dynamics and Prediction group at Jahnebakken 3, 5007 Bergen, collaborating with teams at the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research to advance hybrid artificial intelligence and physics-based climate modelling.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree, or an equivalent qualification, in climate science, meteorology, oceanography, applied mathematics, or a closely related field. The doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the application deadline, and formal employment is conditional upon an approved thesis and successful defence. Candidates must possess strong programming capabilities in languages such as Fortran and shell scripting, alongside data analysis experience using Python, MATLAB, or R. Proficiency in spoken and written English at a C1 Advanced level is mandatory. Additional background in climate modelling, data assimilation, machine learning, or climate dynamics is considered advantageous.

What you get

The position provides a three-year full-time engagement within an international scientific environment. Remuneration is determined according to qualifications. Additional provisions include good pension schemes and flexible working hours.

Key dates

The application deadline is 27 October 2026. The research position begins on 1 March 2027.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted electronically through the Jobbnorge vacancy platform. Submissions should include an updated curriculum vitae featuring contact details and two professional references, highlighting relevant academic qualifications and technical expertise.