Postdoc (f/m/d) for the Institute of Environmental Physics (IUP)

The Institute of Environmental Physics (IUP) at the University of Bremen is looking at the earliest possible date for a Postdoc (f/m/d) German federal pay scale E 13 TV-L (100%) limited for 3 years (according to 2 WissZeitVG) for the research project Remote Sensing Methods for CO and Methane from Satellites in Support of the Future European Anthropogenic CO Monitoring and Verification Support Capacity. The time limitation is subject to the scientific qualification according to the Act of Academic Fixed-Term Contract, 2 (1) (WissZeitVG - Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz). Therefore, candidates may only be considered if they dispose of the respective scope of qualification periods according to 2 (1) WissZeitVG. To limit global warming to well below 2ºC compared to pre-industrial levels it requires a decarbonisation of the economy and many countries have pledged to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 but progress has been slow so far. Satellite observations of CO and CH will play essential roles for tracking progress towards emission reduction targets, and for verifying the effectiveness of mitigation policies. Satellites also provide information on natural land and oceanic sinks which store vast amounts of carbon and which will play an important role in the pathway towards the goals of the Paris agreement. The Institute of Environmental Physics (IUP) at the University of Bremen conducts leading international research in the field of remote sensing of greenhouse gases and their exploitation in combination with modelling. To support our research activities in the field of satellite-based observation of CO emissions within the European Copernicus program, we are looking for a committed postdoctoral researcher with in-depth knowledge of satellite remote sensing. At the Institute of Environmental Physics, we are developing advanced evaluation methods for the precise determination of CO and CH for the CO M satellite. A key and innovative feature of our approach is the use of detailed microphysical aerosol parameters derived from a polarimeter instrument on board the same satellite. The focus of the employee's work is on detailed simulation studies to characterize and improve the evaluation method especially with regard to aerosol parameterizations and the application to satellite measurements initially for already launched missions such as NASA-OCO-2 and after launch to data of CO2M. The candidate is expected to work closely within the team at University of Bremen and to collaborate with partners from Kaiao Analytics, GRASP/University of Lille and SRON as well as with EUMETSAT and European Space Agency ESA. Requirements: A completed academic university degree (Master/University Diploma) and a PhD in physics, geophysics, meteorology (or a comparable field ) Good programming skills in Python and Fortran and experience in working with Linux Experience in at least two of the following fields: radiative transfer, atmospheric remote sensing of trace gases and/or aerosols, retrieval/inversion methods Strong interest in the field of satellite remote sensing of the atmosphere Good communication skills, due to cooperation with project partners Good knowledge of the English language. Willingness to learn German The Institute for Environmental Physics offers a good working atmosphere, direct involvement in international research and attractive facilities. We offer you, among other things: Educational leave Additional pension provision (VBL) Participation in university sports (HOSPO) Company fitness (EGYM Wellpass) The option of a job ticket Open to unconventional approaches in research and teaching, the University of Bremen has retained its character as a place of short distances for people and ideas since its founding in 1971. With a broad range of subjects, we combine exceptional performance and innovative potential. As an ambitious research university, we stand for research-based learning approaches and a pronounced interdisciplinary orientation. We actively pursue international scientific cooperation in a spirit of global partnership. Today, around 23,000 people learn, teach, research and work on our international campus. In research and teaching, administration and operations, we are firmly committed to the goals of sustainability, climate justice and climate neutrality. Our Bremen spirit is expressed in the courage to dare new things, in supportive cooperation, in respect and appreciation for each other. With our study and research profile and as part of the European YUFE network, we assume social responsibility in the region, in Europe and in the world. The university is family-friendly, diverse and sees itself as an international university. We therefore welcome all applicants regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. As the University of Bremen intends to increase the proportion of female employees in science, women are particularly encouraged to apply. Disabled applicants will be given priority if their professional and personal qualifications are essentially the same. For questions of the research project, please contact: Prof. Hartmut Bösch, e-mail: See also for general information: Please send your application documents (cover letter, CV, and copy of your degree certificates including high school) until 17.10.2024 by indicating the job id A006-24 to: University of Bremen Institute of Environmental Physics Secretary of Prof. H. Bösch Ms Stephanie Drath Otto-Hahn-Allee 1 D-28359 Bremen Tel.: or as a PDF file by unencrypted electronic e-mail to . We kindly ask you to send us only copies (no portfolios) of your application documents, as we cannot return them. They will be destroyed after the selection process has been completed. Eventual costs arising from your application cannot be reimbursed.