The WCRP Earth System Modelling and Observations (ESMO) core project is seeking applications from enthusiastic individuals with expertise and experience in model development activities to join the the Working Group on Coupled Modelling (WGCM)). This is an opportunity to join this group of experts and leave your mark in advancing the Earth system model development activities within the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP). If you are eager to share your expertise with leading researchers, contribute to shaping new initiatives, and collaborate with new colleagues, we invite you to apply by June 30, 2026.
Background
WGCM is dedicated to reviewing and fostering the development and evaluation of coupled climate and Earth system models. Its work includes advancing our understanding of model tuning and calibration, and leveraging instrumental and paleoclimate records to support model evaluation, validation, and the diagnosis of deficiencies. WGCM also promotes coordinated experiments and model intercomparisons with coupled models to enhance understanding of climate variability and predictability across decadal to centennial timescales, as well as the Earth system’s responses to natural and anthropogenic forcing, past and future.. The working group also promotes the development of appropriate data assimilation procedures for these models and addresses issues related to their initialisation. Specifically, WGCM advances its mission through the WGCM Forum, a new platform designed to support collaboration and knowledge exchange across the global Earth system modeling community, enabling a wider participation from interested modelling centers and users.
Specific information on the role
Applicants are expected to demonstrate expertise and experience in the area of Earth system modelling and sufficient engagement with their local modeling community to take part in decision-making processes. Members of the Working Group are expected to attend regular meetings (online catch-ups at approximately 3-4 month intervals + one in-person meeting every 18 to 24 months) and to engage and liaise with other relevant activities of ESMO, WCRP or beyond. These roles are voluntary, unpaid positionsThe initial length of term is 4 years with the possibility to renew it twice, each time for an additional two years.
For more information, please refer to the full open call.
To know more and to apply visit the open call for WGCM memberswebpage. Deadline to apply: June 30, 2026.