Join Météo-France's groundbreaking EUBURN-RISK project to advance coupled vegetation-atmosphere-fire modeling, enhancing wildfire risk prediction and environmental resilience in Europe. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact scientific research at the intersection of climate, ecology, and atmospheric sciences.

Météo-France is seeking a talented researcher for the EUBURN-RISK project, focused on developing advanced coupled models that integrate vegetation dynamics, atmospheric processes, and fire spread simulations. This position is pivotal in addressing the escalating challenges of wildfire risks across Europe amid climate change.

As part of this initiative, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to refine and implement numerical models that simulate interactions between land surface vegetation, atmospheric conditions, and fire propagation. Your work will involve improving model parameterizations, validating simulations against observational data, and assessing fire risk under various climate scenarios. This research will directly contribute to enhanced forecasting tools and policy recommendations for wildfire management.

The role demands a blend of theoretical understanding and practical implementation skills, utilizing high-performance computing environments to run complex simulations. You will engage in project meetings, co-author scientific publications, and present findings at international workshops. Based in Toulouse, this position offers a dynamic setting within France's premier meteorological institute, with opportunities to influence global environmental strategies.

If you are passionate about climate modeling and eager to tackle real-world environmental challenges, join us in pioneering solutions for a safer future.

• PhD or equivalent in atmospheric sciences, environmental modeling, or related field
• Strong expertise in numerical modeling of vegetation, atmosphere, and fire interactions
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Fortran, Python, or C++ for scientific simulations
• Experience with coupled Earth system models and data assimilation techniques
• Knowledge of wildfire dynamics, land surface processes, and climate impacts
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with large datasets
• French and English proficiency; ability to collaborate in international teams
• Prior publication record in peer-reviewed journals on related topics

• Competitive monthly salary in the range of €4000-€6000, depending on experience
• Opportunities for professional development through conferences and training
• Access to state-of-the-art computational resources and supercomputing facilities
• Collaborative work environment with leading experts in meteorology and environmental science
• Flexible working hours and support for work-life balance
• Contribution to EU-funded projects with international visibility
• Health and retirement benefits as per French public sector standards
• Potential for long-term career advancement within Météo-France