Job Reference
258_26_ES_AC_RE1
Job Title
Research support engineer – Development of atmospheric emission models (RE1)
About BSC
The Barcelona Supercomputing Center – Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC‐CNS) is the leading supercomputing centre in Spain. It hosts MareNostrum, one of the most powerful super‐computers in Europe, and it is a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE and of EuroHPC JU. BSC's mission is to research, develop and manage information technologies to facilitate scientific progress. It combines HPC service provision and R&D in both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) and currently employs over 1000 staff from 60 countries.
Context and Mission
The Atmospheric Composition group of the Earth Science department seeks a research support engineer to develop, maintain, update and execute the in‐house atmospheric emission models. The role will support the development of input databases, emission‐estimation methodologies, and the testing, post‐processing and analysis of model outputs. The applicant will collaborate closely with computational engineers, providers of emission and activity data, and atmospheric‐composition scientists.
Responsibilities
Update and develop the databases underlying the emission‐modelling tools.
Develop methodologies to update and improve emission estimates.
Provide quality assessment, evaluation and support services for the emission‐modelling tools.
Collaborate with computational engineers for technical development and deployment of the model.
Collaborate with atmospheric‐composition scientists to understand and address their needs.
Support implementation and application of the emission‐modelling tools within broader modelling activities.
Support dissemination activities including contributions to peer‐reviewed publications, internal and external meetings, and conferences.
Education
Master's degree in physical sciences or engineering (e.g., Chemistry, Meteorology, Physics, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering).
Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience
At least one year of experience in emission inventory development.
Experience with GIS data and tools.
Experience in programming and code development (Python and/or R).
Experience working in Unix/Linux environments.
Fluent English, both written and spoken.
Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience
Experience in similar fields will be valued.
Experience with revision control systems (e.g., SVN or Git).
Knowledge of atmospheric science data formats (GRIB, NetCDF).
Fluency in English.
Competences
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to take initiative, prioritise tasks and work under set deadlines.
Ability to work both independently and within a team.
Conditions
Location: BSC, Earth Sciences Department.
Full‐time contract (35 h/week) with flexible hours, extensive training, restaurant tickets, private health insurance and relocation support.
Open‐ended contract (duration linked to project and budget).
Holidays: 22 days + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st of December.
Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with the cost of living in Barcelona.
Starting date: 1 Jul 2026.
Closing Date
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
BSC‐CNS is an equal‐opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.
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