25.06.2025
We are seeking applications from enthusiastic individuals with a background in observations and/or climate modelling to join the obs4MIPs Steering Panel.
Since the inception of obs4MIPs, delivery of large-to-global-scale CMIP-aligned gridded products has been the priority. CMIP related research is increasingly focused on regional scale, requiring higher resolution observational data, and in-situ station reference data products. This is an exciting time to join the Steering Panel as obs4MIPs expands to meet these evolving user requirements. There are three types of membership positions included in this call:
- Co-chair (1 position)
- Member – domain expertise in geospatial, high resolution and regional datasets (up to 5)
- Member – reference dataset preparation e.g. json files, coding, Github repositories (up to 5)
We are particularly interested in candidates that have skills and interests to contribute at a technical level to deliver obs4MIPs datasets. These can include dataset proposal reviews for the science orientated members and for technical members, support for dataset preparation as per the guidelines in ODS2.5 (currently being updated to ODS2.6).
We welcome applicants with expertise in land surface, oceans, sea ice, impacts and adaptation and Earth System. Technical understanding of in-situ observations, preparing data for model evaluation (e.g. using CMOR or development of CMOR-like tools such as ESMValTool) and understanding of observational data and associated uncertainties are particularly welcome.
Membership Details:
- Initial term: 4 years, with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional two-year terms.
- Application deadline: July 25, 2025.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a critical scientific effort that will advance climate prediction and understanding.
To apply, please complete the application form.
For further details, refer to the full open call.