PhD Student in Atmospheric Sciences and Oceanography

Investigate aerosol-cloud-climate interactions through numerical simulations and satellite data analysis.

Best for:Best for master's graduates in physics, meteorology, or oceanography with strong quantitative and numerical modeling skills.

Stockholm University · Stockholm, Sweden · R1 · First-stage researcher

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Aerosol-cloud interactionsClimate dynamicsAtmospheric physicsRadiation budgetNumerical simulations

Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

13 days

Funding

Salaried

4 years

Start date

2027-01-01

Fixed-term

Location

Stockholm

Sweden

Overview

Stockholm University's Department of Meteorology invites applications for a 4-year PhD position focusing on aerosol-cloud-climate interactions. The successful candidate will examine how aerosol pollution modifies liquid clouds by testing novel theoretical frameworks and evaluating Earth's radiation budget over the satellite era. Research activities will primarily involve numerical modeling, theoretical testing, and extensive satellite data analysis. Candidates are expected to work independently as well as collaboratively within an international research environment.

PhDAtmospheric ScienceOceanographyClimate ChangeAerosolsCloudsStockholm University

What you'll do

Conduct independent research on aerosol-cloud-climate interactions and liquid cloud modifications
Test and evaluate new theoretical frameworks predicting aerosol impacts on convective cloud updrafts
Analyze long-term satellite observations to study trends in Earth's radiation budget
Perform numerical simulations and process complex meteorological or climatological datasets
Contribute to departmental education, research, and administration up to a maximum of 20% of time
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present results at international conferences

Requirements

Degree required: Master's degree (second-cycle degree) or equivalent qualifications totaling at least 240 higher education credits with 60 second-cycle credits

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English proficiency equivalent to Swedish upper secondary school course English 6 / English Level 2

Instruction: English and Swedish

Required skills

Minimum of 90 higher education credits in meteorology, oceanography, physics, or chemistry
At least 15 higher education credits in mathematics
Completed independent degree project (thesis) of at least 15 higher education credits
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Demonstrated capability for independent research and scientific writing

Nice to have

Prior experience with numerical modeling or climate simulation softwareFamiliarity with processing and analyzing satellite remote-sensing datasetsDemonstrated collaborative skills within multidisciplinary or international teams

Eligibility

Must meet the general and specific entry requirements for third-cycle postgraduate education by the application deadline

Funding & terms

Type

Salaried

Amount

—

Duration

4 years

Programme

Stockholm University

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-03

Submit your application through Stockholm University's online recruitment system before the deadline. Ensure you attach a comprehensive CV, a personal letter detailing your research interests, and all requested transcripts and degree certificates. Verify that your application is complete and adheres strictly to the university's application guidelines.

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