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Dit ga je doen

Do you want to work at the forefront of next-generation weather forecasting as a machine learning scientist? High-quality and reliable weather forecasts and weather impact assessments are essential for a safe and livable society. Rapid developments in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are changing the way weather forecasts are created. Sounds like something for you? Read our vacancy and apply directly!

How You Contribute

The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) is an international leader in AI/ML research and development for weather forecasting. To support and accelerate this transition, we are looking for a data scientist to help realize the AI/ML ambition of the KNMI.

The KNMI helps various countries in the global south in their challenge to adapt to climate change and the impacts it can have on extreme weather, for example by issuing warnings for extreme weather so that preventive measures can be taken. Within the KNMI Global Programme, collaboration focuses on improving weather forecasts and making early warning systems more effective, among other things.

Your activities

Within this context, you will work on the development of robust and accessible early warning solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa. The KNMI is already developing and implementing a high-resolution, regional machine learning weather model, as well as observation-based models with a focus on extreme weather conditions.
You will join the scientists in the KNMI DataLab who are working on this, while also collaborating across departments (e.g., the R&D Satellite Observations department)
You will investigate whether a machine learning model can be deployed for Sub-Saharan Africa by developing countries.
You will explore the possibilities and train an initial version of the model. In doing so, you will provide proof of concept or even a minimum usable version that can be deployed quickly.

Your team

The KNMI DataLab is a driven team of scientists with expertise in Data Science and AI/ML. They work on the research and development of data-driven applications. This aligns with the KNMI's ambition to invest in the development and application of AI/ML, and to achieve the optimal combination of AI/ML, physical models, and human interpretation.

We strive for a strong collaborative culture, within the team and with the rest of the KNMI, but also externally: nationally and internationally. An example is our contribution to the Anemoi framework, which is being developed jointly with various European weather institutes, as well as contributions to MLCast. Regularly participating in workshops or hackathons, including in other European countries, may be part of the work.

Dit krijg je

Schaal 10, Schaal 11 €3.404 - €6.110 (bruto)
Arbeidsovereenkomst voor bepaalde tijd
12 maanden
36 uur
Het salaris is gebaseerd op een werkweek van 36 uur.

Dit bieden we nog meer

At our organization, you’ll work on meaningful projects that make a real impact in the Netherlands. In a workplace that values your professional growth and recognizes your contributions. Our benefits reflect that commitment.

Core benefits that provide security:

144 hours of annual leave per year (based on a 36-hour work week)
full public transport reimbursement or a mileage allowance of € 0,07 or € 0,21 per km (conditions apply)
mobile phone and laptop
€ 750 budget for setting up your home workspace, plus a daily homeworking allowance of € 2,45
pension scheme through ABP

A supportive environment that encourages growth:

hybrid working options tailored to your role, in consultation with your manager
personal development opportunities, training and career coaching

Flexible benefits designed around your life:

Individual Choice Budget (IKB): use this budget (the amount is 16.5% of your salary) for options such as repaying student loans, purchasing a (electric) bike with accessories, company fitness, making your home more sustainable, or other tax-friendly purposes
flexible leave arrangements, including care leave, parental leave, adoption leave, and foster care leave
our program provides support for visas and related matters, and language training (it does not include accommodation)

You can find the full Dutch government collective labor agreement (CAO Rijk) here.

Dit vragen wij

a completed WO degree or a (nearly) completed academic degree in the field of Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a comparable level through experience
hands on experience developing and training deep learning models in Python, such as graph neural networks or generative models, PyTorch preferred
demonstrated affinity with scientific computing, geospatial data, or physical systems (e.g., climate, weather, environmental data)
experience with Git and working in collaborative environments is preferred
professional command (oral and written) of English, Dutch is also preferred

Hier kom je te werken

Over Koninklijk Nederlands Meteorologisch Instituut

Royal Dutch Meteorological Institute (KNMI)

The weather is temperamental, the ground moves and the climate changes. For our safety and prosperity, we need to know what risks and opportunities this brings. And: how we can best prepare ourselves. The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) is the national knowledge and data centre for weather, climate and seismology. Reliable, independent and focused on what the Netherlands needs. For a safe Netherlands that is prepared for the impact of weather, climate and earthquakes.

We use our core values - Development, Cooperation and Relevance - to achieve our ambition, both within and outside KNMI, nationally and internationally. We develop our knowledge and expertise and work together to create a single KNMI that makes a difference to society!

Talent as the basis, diversity as the strength: The KNMI is an inclusive organization. An organization that provides space for everyone and uses the strength of its diverse workforce to achieve better results together for the Netherlands. Inclusive means that everyone feels involved and valued; not despite their differences, but thanks to them.

The KNMI organisation is part of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management:

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management (IenW) is committed to a safe, accessible and livable Netherlands. That is why the Ministry is working on powerful connections by road, rail, water and air. And IenW protects against flooding, ensures the quality of air, water and soil and the realization of a circular economy.

Bijzonderheden

Job interviews for selected candidates will take place in De Bilt.
An (online) pre-selection test, an assessment, making a case and (online) screening via databases, among others, can be part of the application process.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

KNMI - Koninklijk Nederlands Meteorologisch Instituut

Vacatures

Data scientist