Job TitlePh D Student – Air quality source apportionment in Europe (R1)Job reference: 348_26_ES_AC_R1Closing date: Friday, 24 July 2026.About BSCThe Barcelona Supercomputing Center – Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses Mare Nostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, and hosts Euro HPC JU. BSC’s mission is to research, develop and manage information technologies to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D in computer and computational sciences (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof and currently has over 1 000 staff from 60 ntext and MissionThe Atmospheric Composition (AC) group within the Earth Sciences department aims to better understand and predict the spatiotemporal variations of atmospheric pollutants and their effects on air quality, weather, and climate. This is achieved through the continuous development and application of numerical models from weather to climate and global to urban scales. The position will focus on tropospheric ozone and particulate matter (PM) formation and source apportionment across Europe, with particular attention to Spain.Key DutiesRun model experiments on the BSC supercomputersCompile air quality observations for model evaluationEvaluate model experiments with observationsDevelop analysis strategiesParticipate in collaborative projects with partner institutionsPresent results at meetingsContribute to the intellectual life of the AC group, including meetings and collaborationsOther duties include contributing to the development of common analysis tools, writing project reports, contributing to scientific papers, assisting in grant applications,



and other duties as assigned.RequirementsEducationHaving an MSc in Environmental Engineering or a related disciplineEssential Knowledge and Professional ExperienceKnowledge in atmospheric chemistry and air quality fundamentals (3‑5 years)Knowledge in high‑level computer languages (FORTRAN required)Experience in data analysis (0‑2 years)Experience with UNIX/LINUX environments and scripting languages such as bash (0‑2 years)Additional Knowledge and Professional ExperiencePrevious experience in air quality modelling highly valuedExperience with atmospheric science data formats (Net CDF) and scientific software/tools (CDO, NCO, Python or R)CompetencesVery good interpersonal skillsFluency in EnglishExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to take initiative, prioritize and work under set deadlinesAbility to work both independently and within a teamConditionsLocation: BSC within the Earth Sciences DepartmentContract: Full‑time (35 h/week) with versátil working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support for relocation procedures. Duration: Open‑ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration.Holidays: 22 days of holidays + 6 personal days + 24 th and 31 st December per our collective agreement.Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, according to the cost of living in Barcelona.Starting date: September 2026.EEO StatementBSC-CNS is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.

📌 Phd Student - Air Quality Source Apportionment In Europe (Barcelona)
🏢 Barcelona Supercomputing Center
📍 Barcelona