Researcher (modelling the environmental impacts of shipping)

Researcher (modelling the environmental impacts of shipping)

The Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI) is looking for a Researcher to work on modelling the environmental impacts of shipping in the Air Quality Modelling Research, Modelling Methods Group, at Kumpula, Helsinki.

Position Details

• Employer: Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI), Air Quality Modelling Research, Modelling Methods Group.
• Location: Kumpula, Helsinki, Finland (Erik Palménin aukio 1). Partial remote work is possible.
• Employment: Fixed-term, 1 January to 31 December 2027 (or as agreed), due to a temporary need for additional workforce.
• Probationary period: up to three months.
• Level: Specialists, office working hours, flexible hours.
• Salary: FMI salary scale, base level 11-12. Starting gross salary is about 4,000-4,500 EUR per month.

Duties

• Using and developing the STEAM shipping emissions model.
• Processing, analyzing, and reporting emissions and air quality measurement data.
• International project collaboration with research institutes, companies, authorities, and NGOs.
• Other duties depending on the applicant’s skills and experience.

Required Qualifications

• A master’s degree or equivalent in mathematics or natural sciences.
• Experience in data analysis, visualization, and processing (e.g., Python, R, Matlab).
• Good problem-solving skills.
• A flexible, persistent, and inquisitive approach.
• Good English (speaking, writing, and understanding).
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Finnish is not required. Work languages are Finnish and English.

Considered an Advantage

• Programming and version control experience.
• Experience applying artificial intelligence.
• Expertise in physics, chemistry, computer science, naval architecture/marine engineering, environmental engineering, or atmospheric sciences.
• Multidisciplinary or international collaboration and projects.
• Scientific publishing experience.

What FMI Offers

• On-site lunch restaurant, café and gym.
• Cultural, sports, and well-being benefits (ePassi).
• Comprehensive occupational healthcare.
• Paid annual leave that accrues with length of employment.
• Flexible working hours and partial remote work.

How to Apply

Apply electronically through the Valtiolle.fi recruitment platform. Submit a short application, a CV, a list of publications, and contact details for 1-3 referees.

Postal applications are accepted at the FMI Registry (P.O. Box 503, 00101 Helsinki, or 00560 Helsinki). The job ID (25899) must appear on both the application and the envelope.

The application deadline is 30 November 2026. Late applications are not considered, and documents are not returned. Interviews are selected based on education, experience, and other relevant factors. Eligibility is assessed against expected qualifications.

Contact: Senior Research Scientist Jukka-Pekka Jalkanen, jukka-pekka.jalkanen@fmi.fi, +358 50 919 5455.

About FMI

The Finnish Meteorological Institute conducts atmospheric, near-space, and marine research and provides weather, sea, air quality, and climate services. It is an administrative branch of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. FMI encourages applicants from all backgrounds, ages, and genders.

More information: https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/researcher-modelling-the-environmental-impacts-of-shipping-25899/