Scientific Researcher, Climate and Societal Analytics | Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Klima- und Gesellschaftsanalytik (d/m/w)

Job Summary

The successful candidate will join the Robert Koch Institute's Climate and Societal Analytics team to conduct scientific research at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), climate research, and planetary health. Day-to-day tasks involve independently managing exciting research projects, particularly focusing on AI-based methodology development for projects like CLIMADEMIC. This includes analyzing future climate scenarios for health risk assessment, studying epidemic dynamics of vector-borne infectious diseases, and applying Machine Learning for causal inference related to climate change. The role requires collaboration with international partners and internal RKI departments, alongside developing algorithms, ensuring quality assurance, and mentoring junior researchers. Key qualifications include a scientific Master's degree (preferably a PhD) and proven research experience in AI, Machine Learning, and quantitative data analysis. This position offers the unique opportunity to contribute significantly to public health by developing early warning systems for climate-driven health risks within a leading German public health institute.