Technical Research Specialist in Emissions, Air Quality Modelling and Data Science (ref. no. CARE-C_TRS_24_03)
The Cyprus Institute
- Κύπρος
- Μόνιμη
- Πλήρης Απασχόληση
- Anthropogenic and natural AP and GHG emissions MRV for reporting purposes
- Assessment of AQPs for the area of interest
- Emission inventories, air pollution and research analysis for scientific activities
- Large data processing, curating and visualizing
- Investigating and carrying out test methodologies for scenario analysis in compliance with and adherence to European and national regulations and directives.
- Technical Contribution to research activities related to current and projected GHG and air pollutants emissions
- Supporting in publishing and communicating the research output and implications at different levels, including academic, public and policy related
- Participating in the training of new research and technical staff
- Technical contribution to proposals for attracting external funding to sustain in the medium/long-term the scientific activities relevant to this subject
- Participating in the educational programs of the Institute
- Actively pursuing regional and international networking and capacity-building activities, especially in relation to emission inventory development and air quality modelling communities such as CAMS, TFEIP, EU WG, FAIRMODE activities, JRC community etc.
- Knowledge of data mathematical and/or statistical tools that can be used for Emission Monitoring, reporting and verification and satellite data processing
- Experience with IPCC/EMEP guidelines for emissions inventory reporting methodologies, and EU/UNFCCC submissions and tools
- Python or R, with experience in data cleaning, transformation, and/or visualization through educational courses or trainings, and applications
- Good knowledge of IT tools such as Excel, Access, big data processing and familiarity with Linux environments and HPC systems
- High level of communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multidisciplinary environment
- Experience in communicating and fostering relationships with external stakeholders and under EU projects, as well as participating in technical proposals
- High level of organizational, analytical and problem-solving skill
- Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience for Officer
- Background in either experimental or computational atmospheric chemistry research and support
- Expertise with policies and regulations for air quality and national emissions and knowledge of Best Available Technologies for different emission sectors, particularly national regulations and planning (NAPCP, NECD, NECP)
- Minimum 4 years relevant experience for Senior Officer
- Knowledge of the Greek language will be considered an advantage