Scientist with Interest in Programming and Climate

Do you want to work with climate information that provides important input to decision-makers in society? Are you interested in data management, programming, and analysis? We are now looking for a new team member for the Weather & Climate Unit and the Meteorology Group. With us, you will work at the intersection of climate science, data analysis, and IT development to make climate data accessible, understandable, and useful for society. About the Group The group's mission is to compile data and disseminate information about climate. We contribute to the public good by making weather and climate data available, adapted to society's needs, for government agencies, businesses, researchers, and the general public. Operations include climate statistics, web services, expert opinions, responses to consultations, and consulting assignments. We also participate in national and international research and development projects. About the Position The work tasks are varied and conducted in close collaboration with colleagues in different project groups. You will work with processing, quality assurance, and making climate data available for both internal and external users. The role also includes delivering climate statistics to government agencies and other stakeholders, as well as conducting analyses and investigations in the climate and extreme weather field. You will also contribute to the development and management of operations-related IT services. About You We are looking for someone with a university education in natural science or another field deemed relevant for the position. Basic knowledge of programming, for example Python, is a requirement, as are skills in Microsoft Office. Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written, is a requirement. It is meritorious to have experience/knowledge in: Climatology, meteorology, hydrology, oceanography, or statistics Data analysis and visualization Web development Project management, communication You are an analytical and problem-solving person who plans and carries out your work in an efficient manner. It is important that you enjoy finding solutions together with others and have good collaboration skills. You are receptive to users' needs and adapt easily to changing circumstances. Employment Type: Permanent Position Scope: Full-time Work Location: Norrköping Application Deadline: Submit your application by August 30, 2026 Learn more about SMHI as a workplace and our offer https://www.smhi.se/jobba-pa-smhi/smhi-som-arbetsplats. SMHI is a Swedish expert authority with a global perspective and a vital mission to forecast changes in weather, water, and climate. With a scientific foundation and through knowledge, research, and services, we contribute to increasing the entire society's sustainability. Every day, around the clock, all year round. SMHI is a civil protection authority and as an employee you may be assigned to the authority during wartime. Employment may involve placement in a security class. Approved security clearance with records check according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585) is in that case a prerequisite for employment. Please note that documents and information you send to SMHI through your application become a public document. This means that all material in your application, including attachments, may need to be disclosed to anyone who requests it if the information is not protected by confidentiality under the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act. Keep your privacy in mind and avoid providing information containing sensitive personal data, information about your or relatives' health, political opinions, or religious beliefs.

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