Postdoc Position: Any topics in the atmospheric and climate dynamics



Ph.D. Position: Stratosphere-troposphere coupling in the chemistry-cliamte models

A Ph.D. position is open now in the area of chemistry-climate modelling. Chemistry-Climate Model (CCM) is the latest climate model which incorporates atmosphere-ocean circulations and chemistry in both the troposphere and stratosphere. In this project, we hope to identify 1) Antarctic-ozone-hole-related circulation changes in the troposphere and 2) the role of tropospheric ozone and methan on the regional climate changes especially over the East Asia. The dynamical mechanisms will be explored by performing sensitivity tests and diagnostic analyses. The candidates should be familiar with atmospheric and climate dynamics. Good computing skills (LINUX, FORTRAN, Graphic Packages) and excellent communication skills in English will be an asset. To apply, please send a CV and official transcript by email to seokwooson at snu.ac.kr. This position is opened until filled.


M.Sc. Position: Short-lived climate pollutants and their impacts on regional climate changes

A M.Sc. position is available, pending budgetary approval. The proposed research aims to re-assess the role of aerosol and tropospheric ozone (possibly methan too) on the regional and global circulations. It is particularly focused on their impacts on mean meridional circulation, East Asian monsoon, and polar amplification. This position is opened until filled.


M.Sc. Position: Blocking highs

A M.Sc. position is available, pending budgetary approval. This project aims to better understand spatial distribution of blocking episodes and their long-term variability. Their impacts to midlatitude extreme weather events and stratospheric circulations will be also examined. The candidates should be familiar with synoptic meteorology and atmospheric dynamics. Good computing skills (LINUX, FORTRAN, Graphic Packages) and excellent communication skills in English will be an asset. To apply, please send a CV and official transcript by email to seokwooson at snu.ac.kr. This position is opened until filled.


Other Topics

There are a couple of other interesting topics not described above. They include 1) dynamical relationship between the Hadley cell and the westerly jet, and 2) troposphere-stratosphere coupling in association with blocking and extratropical transition. Please contact me if there is any interest.