Data scientist probabilistic forecasting

• Wo
• 36 uur
• €3.404 - €5.389 (bruto)
• Onderzoek / wetenschap

Kenmerk: 5579, Plaatsingsdatum: 19 juni 2026 Solliciteer voor 4 juli 2026

Data scientist probabilistic forecasting

Koninklijk Nederlands Meteorologisch Instituut

Dit ga je doen

Are you passionate about advancing weather forecasting using cutting-edge technology? Join the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) in the RP4 project on improving probabilistic weather forecasts for aviation. For air traffic control, it is important to get skillful forecasts for weather that may impact aviation, such as low visibility conditions and strong crosswinds. With your work you will contribute to keeping aviation safe at Amsterdam airport Schiphol and regional airports. Will this be your next challenge? Read on!

How you contribute As part of the Data Science cluster in the R&D Weather and Climate Models department, we are driving the development, maintenance, and application of several cutting-edge machine learning (ML) models. Our focus is on advancing ML methods for post-processing of numerical weather prediction (NWP) model output, as well as developing data-driven weather models using machine learning. You will be working with large, detailed datasets and working on a project that has a direct impact on our weather forecasts.

Your activities

• You’ll contribute to the development of post-processing modules to improve probabilistic weather forecasts for airports across the Netherlands and for platforms in the North Sea. This post-processing is based on our operational high-resolution NWP model Harmonie-Arome.
• You will verify the developed applications and prepare them for use in KNMI’s operational environment and in KNMI’s visualization system GeoWeb. The results will be presented to stakeholders both within and outside KNMI and be written in reports.
• Additionally, you are responsible for keeping other (pre-)operational post-processing modules up and running, and for updating them if necessary., We also understand that you might want to learn more about this position. Therefore, feel free to contact Maurice Schmeits, coordinator of the Data Science cluster, at +31 6 15 64 89 02. He will be happy to assist you!, * Individual Choice Budget (IKB): use this budget (the amount is 16.5% of your salary) for options such as repaying student loans, purchasing a (electric) bike with accessories, company fitness, making your home more sustainable, or other tax-friendly purposes
• flexible leave arrangements, including care leave, parental leave, adoption leave, and foster care leave
• our program provides support for visas and related matters, and language training (it does not include accommodation)

• You have completed a masters degree in computational/data science, applied statistics, meteorology or a similar field.
• You have knowledge of statistics and/or machine learning, especially regression techniques.
• You are experienced in data science, Python and preferably also in Unix.
• You are fluent in English, with knowledge of Dutch or the willingness to learn it being a bonus. In addition, your excellent communication and writing skills allow you to engage effectively.

You recognize yourself in the following characteristics:

• You thrive on solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of weather modeling through innovative machine learning techniques.
• You take into account all relevant scientific and technical developments in the design of your work, and you involve stakeholders in the formulation of your research.
• You are a scientifically driven and innovative professional who upholds scientific integrity, develops creative solutions, actively collaborates and exchanges knowledge with others, seeks feedback to improve ideas, and demonstrates a results-oriented approach with strong organizational skills to deliver timely progress and achieve project objectives.

Experience in deploying applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS), meteorological knowledge, and experience in statistical post-processing of weather model output are considered a plus., * Candidates who are not EU citizens must hold a valid EU work permit

€3.404 - €5.389 (bruto)

• Arbeidsovereenkomst voor bepaalde tijd
• 24 maanden
• 36 uur
• Het salaris is gebaseerd op een werkweek van 36 uur.

Dit bieden we nog meer

At our organization, you’ll work on meaningful projects that make a real impact in the Netherlands. In a workplace that values your professional growth and recognizes your contributions. Our benefits reflect that commitment.

Core benefits that provide security:

• 144 hours of annual leave per year (based on a 36-hour work week)
• full public transport reimbursement or a mileage allowance of € 0,07 or € 0,21 per km (conditions apply)
• mobile phone and laptop
• € 750 budget for setting up your home workspace, plus a daily homeworking allowance of € 2,45
• pension scheme through ABP

A supportive environment that encourages growth:

• hybrid working options tailored to your role, in consultation with your manager
• personal development opportunities, training and career coaching

The weather is temperamental, the ground moves and the climate changes. For our safety and prosperity, we need to know what risks and opportunities this brings. And: how we can best prepare ourselves. The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) is the national knowledge and data centre for weather, climate and seismology. Reliable, independent and focused on what the Netherlands needs. For a safe Netherlands that is prepared for the impact of weather, climate and earthquakes.

We use our core values - Development, Cooperation and Relevance - to achieve our ambition, both within and outside KNMI, nationally and internationally. We develop our knowledge and expertise and work together to create a single KNMI that makes a difference to society!

Talent as the basis, diversity as the strength: The KNMI is an inclusive organization. An organization that provides space for everyone and uses the strength of its diverse workforce to achieve better results together for the Netherlands. Inclusive means that everyone feels involved and valued; not despite their differences, but thanks to them.

The KNMI organisation is part of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management: The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management (IenW) is committed to a safe, accessible and livable Netherlands. That is why the Ministry is working on powerful connections by road, rail, water and air. And IenW protects against flooding, ensures the quality of air, water and soil and the realization of a circular economy.