Overview
CMCC Water Modeler Research Assignments (Up to 5 Positions)
Location: Venezia (Venice), Italy Institute: Institute for Climate Resilience (ICR) Appointment: Short-Term Assignment (3-6 Months) Deadline: December 15th, 2025
High-Impact Research Opportunity: Climate Resilience in Venice
The CMCC Foundation, a scientific research center on climate change, is seeking up to five experienced Water and Climate Risk Modelers for short-term research assignments. These roles within the Institute for Climate Resilience (ICR) focus on tangible outcomes in climate adaptation, risk assessment, and nature-based solutions (NBS).
CMCC’s Commitment to E-E-A-T: Our core objective is to conduct cutting-edge, data-driven science. By joining our team in Venice, you will contribute directly to ongoing international and European research projects, aligning your expertise with global efforts in climate resilience. [Internal Link: Learn More About CMCC’s Current Projects]
Role Focus and Researcher Contribution
Selected researchers will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary RAAS team, bridging scientific findings with policy recommendations. This opportunity allows for significant professional growth and exposure to international research networks.
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Project Contribution: Actively contribute to European-funded projects addressing key challenges in climate adaptation, risk assessment, and Nature-Based Solutions (NBS).
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Independent Research: Develop and implement your own research project or topic of interest, proposed in collaboration with RAAS staff, ensuring it aligns with unit priorities and the assignment duration (3-6 months).
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Multidisciplinary Engagement: Enrich your research experience by integrating physical, environmental, and socio-economic perspectives with experts from diverse scientific backgrounds.
Essential Expertise and Technical Skills
This assignment targets highly qualified individuals who are ready to make an immediate impact on climate modeling research.
Required Academic Credentials
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PhD degree (or be in the final stage of PhD studies) in Hydrology, Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Climate Risk Assessment, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative fields.
Key Technical Proficiencies
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Proven background/experience in one or more high-value areas: Hydrological Modelling, Hydraulic Modelling, Numerical Modelling, Flood Risk Assessment, and Extreme Value Statistics.
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Expertise in the Analysis of Large Datasets, GIS and Remote Sensing, and Climate services development.
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Strong Quantitative and Programming Skills (ideally proficient in R or Python).
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Very good knowledge of English (the CMCC/RAAS working language).
Desirable Assets
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Prior experience contributing to European-funded research projects is a significant asset.
Application and Logistics Details
The application process requires candidates to demonstrate their research focus and project feasibility upfront.
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Required Submission Documents:
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Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
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A compelling Motivation Letter.
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A One-Page Research Plan describing the specific work you propose to carry out during the assignment, ensuring it is realistic and compatible with the short duration (3-6 months).
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Assignment Duration: The assignment will last between three and six months, with the possibility of extension in exceptional cases.
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Location & Support: Researchers will be based in the Venice CMCC office. Support will be provided during the immigration process, if needed.
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Compensation: Contract conditions and gross monthly salary will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
APPLY TODAY: Shape the Future of Climate Adaptation
This is a premium opportunity to boost your career in high-eCPM fields like climate resilience and quantitative risk modeling. Submit your comprehensive application package by December 15th, 2025.
CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We kindly request that you omit any discriminatory data from your CV. Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will be considered a preferential condition
