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The Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Program at Princeton University, in association with NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL), seeks four postdoctoral scientists to conduct research on improving climate models. The work is part of a larger project, M2LInES, covering eleven institutions (https://m2lines.github.io/). The overall goal is to reduce climate model biases at the air-sea/ice interface by improving subgrid physics in the ocean, sea ice and atmosphere components of existing coarse (1/4 to 1 degree) resolution IPCC-class climate models, and their coupling, using machine learning. The research at Princeton University/GFDL will focus on the ocean and sea-ice components with four distinct areas of research:
- Development of machine-learned ocean model parameterizations trained on data from an ocean data-assimilation system;
- Development of machine-learned sea-ice parameterizations trained on data from a sea-ice data-assimilation system;
- Development of machine-learned ocean model parameterizations trained on process-study data, including large eddy simulations;
- Implementation of existing machine-learned parameterizations in the ocean model and development and implementation of machine-learning algorithms in both the ocean and sea-ice components of the GFDL climate model. The prognostic parameterizations will be state-dependent and trained to minimize model-observation misfits with the aim of reducing inherent biases in free-running climate simulations. The research will require analysis and interpretation of model output, the management of large datasets and the application of neural nets or other machine learning techniques to those data. The postdocs will be expected to collaborate with each other and with other members of the M2LInES project.
In addition to a quantitative background, the selected candidates will ideally have one or more of the following attributes: a) a strong background in physical oceanography, sea-ice science, data-assimilation, computer science, or a closely related field, b) experience with ocean, sea-ice, climate models, or ocean/ice data-assimilation systems, and c) experience, or demonstrated interest, in machine learning.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. and preferably in Oceanography, or a closely related field. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of a second-year renewal subject to satisfactory performance and available funding.
Complete applications, including a cover letter, CV, publication list, research statement (no more than 2 pages incl. references), and 3 letters of recommendation should be submitted by February 28, 2021, 11:59 pm EST for full consideration. Princeton is interested in candidates who, through their research, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
Applicants should apply online to https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/19081. For additional information about project 1 contact Dr. Feiyu Lu (
These positions are subject to Princeton University's background check policy.
Princeton University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Young people around the world see 2020 as a year defined by disruption. When they consider what life might be like 10 years from now, what are their priorities and expectations?
We found out in our new research project, Beyond 2020: Global Youth – Voices & Futures.
Where there is disruption, there is an opportunity.
EU40, in cooperation with ViacomCBS and Euractiv, is excited to invite you to the online event
“BEYOND 2020: Global Youth – Voices & Futures”. The virtual event will take place on
Tuesday, February 2nd at 15h00 CET (Brussels time), via ZOOM.
We will discuss with representatives from the civil society, young activists and young politicians what the future holds for young people. Bring your questions
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One of Europe's most established Shared Services event series is taking place on the 23rd - 24th February 2021.
Over the two days we have invited industry leaders and organisations to share pioneering case studies, thought leadership presentations, path-finding panels, best practice case studies, peer-led round table discussions, deep-dive workshops and masterclasses.
The event is online, free and educational, and I would like to provide you with three further reasons why you should attend. You will:
- Get insightful up-to-date case studies and thought leadership presentations highlighting the challenges these companies face and how to overcome them.
- Hear from over 30 world class influencers who will, we are convinced, bridge any knowledge gaps you may have and you will learn how to create a culture of performance, engagement and team work for crisis situations.
- Have the opportunity to hear first-hand accounts from SSO leaders on how embracing change, innovating and planning for reinventing your operating model will help establish a framework to support cohesive and strategic value adding plans for your SSC to develop towards a GBS model.
For more information please view the website to see the agenda or join our LinkedIn group for more information.
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- New developments on three major power projects with a combined investment value of $2.5 billion and capacity of 2500MW
- Official ground-breaking ceremony held for 1500MW CCGT power plant at the Sirdarya site
- Two Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) and Investment Agreements signed for two wind power plants in Bukhara and Navoi, with aggregate power generation capacity of 1000MW
- The Uzbekistan Ministry of Energy, ACWA Power and Air Products have entered into a strategic framework agreement to enable research programs in the fields of renewable energy and hydrogen
- Senior Government Officials and Representatives from Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia and ACWA Power attended Tashkent & Sirdarya ceremonies
Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 25 January 2020: Following agreements signed in March 2020, cooperation between the Uzbekistan Ministry of Energy, the Ministry of Investments and Foreign Trade, and ACWA Power has led to three major milestones in the development of power projects to enable Uzbekistan's ambitious energy transformation plan and increase energy capacity by 2500MW.
The ground-breaking ceremony of the 1500MW Sirdarya CCGT plant, followed by the signing of two Power Purchase Agreements and Investment Agreements for two wind power plants located in Bukhara and Navoi, was conducted in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Investments and Foreign Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan, H.E. Sardor Umurzakov, and H.E. Alisher Sultanov, Energy Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan, as well as a Saudi Arabian delegation led by H.E. Eng Khalid Al-Falih, Minister of Investment for Saudi Arabia and H.E. Hisham Mishal Al- Suwailem, the Saudi Ambassador to Uzbekistan. Other attendees included senior representatives from the Uzbekistan Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Investments and Foreign Trade, ACWA Power and Air Products.
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Wednesday, 27 January 2021, 9am to 12:30pm (GMT +08:00)
Click on zoom invite below to attend!
https://zoomtw.zoom.us/j/96150347716
Meeting ID : 961 5034 7716