Motion Designer for Scientific Visualization and

Vor 3 Tagen


Bremerhaven, Deutschland Alfred-Wegener-Institut für Polar- und Meeresforschung Vollzeit

The Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) is a member of the Helmholtz Association (HGF) and funded by federal and state government. AWI focuses on polar and marine research in a variety of disciplines such as biology, oceanography, geology, geochemistry and geophysics thus allowing multidisciplinary approaches to scientific goals.
- Motion Designer for Scientific Visualization and Storytelling (M/F/d)

**Background**

**Tasks**

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with scientists, climate modelers, and software engineers to translate complex data and concepts into accessible visual formats.
- Develop and produce high-quality motion graphics to visualize results of the project (climate simulations, scientific findings, technical acievements).
- Create engaging stories that convey the significance of our climate simulations and their potential impact on global climate adaptation strategies.
- Contribute to the development of Digital Twins of the climate system, aiding in the broader mission to adapt to climate change.

**Requirements**:

- Master’s degree or at least three years of professional experience in Motion Design, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Animation, Multimedia Arts, Visual Communications, Interactive Media, Computer Graphics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Adobe After Effects or similar motion design software.
- Demonstrated experience in visual storytelling, with a portfolio showcasing previous work.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Fluency in English is required.

Moreover, having one or several of the following skills would be a distinct advantage:

- Basic knowledge of Python scripting.
- Experience working with scientific data and creating visualizations for scientific research.
- Familiarity with climate science and environmental data.
- Experience in using additional design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Blender.
- Knowledge of geophysical data formats (netCDF, GRIB, zarr) and data processing tools.

While we are announcing the position at the Master's level, we consider a PhD in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or Natural Sciences (especially in climate science) to be a significant advantage.

**Further Information**

This is a full-time position, limited to 20 months. It is also suitable for part-time employment. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level **1**3**. The place of employment will be **Bremerhaven**.
**The AWI is characterized by**
- our scientific success - excellent research
- collaboration and cooperation - intra-institute, national and international, interdisciplinary
- opportunities to develop - on the job and towards other positions
- an international environment - everyday contact with people from all over the world
- flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working up to 50% of regular working hours
- health promotion and company fitness
- support services and a culture of reconciling work and family
- occupational pension provision (VBL)

Equal opportunities are an integral part of our personnel policy. The AWI aims to increase the number of employees who are women, and therefore, strongly encourages qualified women to apply.

Applicants with disabilities will be given preference when equal qualifications are present.
The AWI fosters the compatibility of work and family in various ways and has received a number of awards as a result of this engagement.

Reference number: 24/91/G/Kli-b



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