Scientist (Climate Change)
Pubblicato il 03-09-2026 - Nato in Bari
Job Context
Position within the Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE), an organization of NATO.
CMRE is a world?class scientific research and experimentation facility that conducts science & technology (S&T;) development centred on the maritime domain, delivering innovative solutions to address defence and security needs of the Alliance.
Principal Duties
We are looking for a talented scientist in climate change and security to join our team.
The role requires a strong background and expertise in analysing climate data applied to the defence realm.
The incumbent will be part of a multi?disciplinary research team and will share expertise to assess the implication of climate change across all military domains.
Support the programme of work investigating Climate Change (CC) impacts on the Alliance's defence in all military domains.
Execute research activity in support of the Climate Change and Security (CCS) Programme in strategic areas of NATO's operational environment, specifically:
Leverage climate data (including global and regional climate models) to assess impacts of future climate on the five military functional areas for the vantaggi of NATO.
Elaborate studies on NATO defence in future physical operating environments, including extreme regions such as the Arctic.
Revise internal reports and contribute authoring scientific articles for publication in international peer?reviewed journals.
Support the organisation and execution of NATO workshops and conferences; establish multi?national projects in the field of CC; develop proposals to secure external funding from national R & D agencies, NATO multi?national projects or European mechanisms.
Lead or support the organisation of Table?Top exercises (TTX) and wargames focused on CCS scenarios.
Work closely with other projects as required.
Special Requirements and Additional Duties
Flexibility Clause: The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties as directed, provided they align with the required competencies for the job.
Deployment / Travel: The incumbent may be required to work onboard CMRE or chartered vessels, and may undertake TDY assignments within and outside NATO boundaries.
Essential Qualifications
Professional / Experience:
Proven expertise in climate science and related disciplines, data science or engineering.
Research record evidenced by peer?reviewed publications and technical reports.
Proven experience in defence analysis, including knowledge of modern military capabilities and problems.
Proven ability to work with standard software and operating systems (e.g. Linux, Windows, MS Office, Python, C/C++, MATLAB, R, SQL).
Education / Training:
MSc in climate sciences, atmospheric sciences, marine environmental sciences, physics, engineering, data science, defence studies, or related field, and at least 5 years post?MSc experience as scientist or analyst focusing on climate data and projections.
or PhD in one of the same fields, and at least 2 years post?PhD experience as scientist or analyst focusing on climate data and projections.
Language Requirements:
Proficient in one of the two NATO languages, both written and spoken; knowledge of the other language desirable.
Desirable Qualifications
A strong record of science publications and/or reports.
Demonstrated record of delivering high?quality reports/research to customers.
Experience working in multi?disciplinary environments with experts from other domains.
Experience working in international environments.
Demonstrated relationship?building skills across defence?related stakeholders.
Experience interacting with high?level civilian and/or military decision makers.
Experience leading research projects.
Experience with analysis of large climate datasets.
Experience in statistical analysis and data visualization.
Experience working in cloud environment, using Pangeo and Jupyter notebooks.
Attributes / Competencies
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written – able to communicate at all levels.
Very good interpersonal skills; solicits input and encourages others.
Innovative, capable of thinking outside the box, and driven; always displaying sound judgement.
Excellent time management and organisational skills.
Benefits
Salary: €5,****** monthly ***** value), subject to future adjustments.
Grade: ABCL grade A2 / NATO grade G15.
Location: World?class research facility in La Spezia, Italy, supported by two specialised research vessels.
Comprehensive system of allowances, supplements and insurances in accordance with NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.
Generous annual leave and, where eligible, home leave.
Three?year definite contract, renewable based on business needs, performance and talent rotation.
Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement
CMRE values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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