Earth system science data manager (f/m/x)

The jobWithin the research unit Smart Models/​Monitoring we are looking for a data manager/​scientific programmer (f/m/x) to support the departments CER, RS and CHS in their day-to-day scientific activities related to the handling of large spatio-temporal datasets from observations, remote sensing and model simulations. The position is originally for 3 years but can be extended.Your tasksSupport the departments CER, RS, and CHS by building a flexible data archive and management system for spatio-temporal datasets such as remotely sensed data, climate and impact model simultations, reanalysis and gridded observation-based dataDownloading, regridding, reprojecting and regularly updating relevant datasetsPossible gap filling of datasetsInteractive visualization of metadata and available datasets for easy access for researchersWe offerThe freedom to master even the most demanding challenges between basic research and practical applicationThe chance to work in interdisciplinary, international teams and benefit from a variety of perspectivesFirst class integration into national and international research networks to work together on global challengesExcellent research infrastructure and research data management to optimally support your workFlexible working hours and a wide range of options for balancing work and care responsibilities through our family officeCompetent support and advice for international colleagues arriving at the UFZ from the 'International Office'Special annual payment, capital-forming benefits and subsidised Germany Job TicketA workplace in a vibrant region with a high quality of life and social and cultural diversityYour profileMSc or PhD in Earth system science, remote sensing, environmental modelling or related fieldsExcellent data handling skills with large spatiotemporal dataExperience with high performance computing (HPC)Excellent programming skills (e.g. Python, R, Julia, bash, cdo, etc.)Experience with different data formats such as netCDF, geoTIFF, hdf, zarrOpen-minded, proactiveExperience with a scientific work environment