Strategic Assistant to the Head of Meteorology (all genders)

UBIMET, based in Vienna, Austria, is a pioneering force in the global weather services sector, establishing industry benchmarks through its innovative solutions, unparalleled accuracy, and steadfast commitment to excellence. International experts in the fields of meteorology, physics and IT issue customized, individual, and precise weather forecasts for several million private and industrial customers worldwide. Furthermore, UBIMET contributes to finding solutions to the most challenging problem of our generation: Climate Change.

Driven by our success and dedication, we continually scale our operations, serving major clients in key sectors. This strategic focus underscores our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions and contributing meaningfully to industry advancements and environmental responsibility.

The role

As Strategic Assistant to our Head of Meteorology you combine strong scientific intuition with excellent communication skills in order to bridge research, data analysis and client-facing work. This is not only a challenging role for a specialist, but for someone with the potential to grow into a team lead role for our model development team.

Your main responsibilities

• Scientific Support & Analysis

  • Connect, interpret, and synthesize meteorological information from various data sources and research outputs

  • Apply strong scientific intuition to evaluate internal model and analysis results

  • Challenge existing research findings and identify optimization opportunities within modeling and data-processing chains

  • Contribute ideas that enhance the scientific quality, efficiency, and robustness of workflows

• Presentation & Communication

  • Condense, prepare, and visualize research results and meteorological data for internal stakeholders and clients

  • Act as a scientific expert alongside Sales and Key Account Management in client meetings

  • Serve as a communication bridge between R&D, engineering, and meteorology teams, ensuring scientific accuracy and clarity

• Strategic & Organizational Tasks

  • Collaborate closely with the Head of Meteorology on departmental strategy, planning, and cross-functional initiatives

  • Take on selected operational and strategic responsibilities from the department head

  • Support project coordination, documentation, follow-up, and stakeholder alignment across teams

  • Ensure smooth communication flows, meeting preparation, and priority management

You’re a fit if you have

• A degree in Atmospheric Science, Physics, Scientific Computing, or a related field

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex meteorological model outputs and data

• Excellent scientific intuition and a willingness to challenge existing assumptions

• Experience in translating technical content into clear, accessible communication for non-scientists

• Strong presentation skills and confidence in client-facing settings

• A high level of organization, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders

• A proactive mindset and a pragmatic, structured approach to problem-solving

• Excellent communication skills in English; German language skills are a plus

Why choose UBIMET?

Join a company where your work truly matters. At UBIMET, you will contribute to projects with global reach and impact — helping industries, communities, and governments understand and navigate weather-related risks. You can expect a dynamic, knowledge-driven environment where professional growth is encouraged and supported.

What we can offer

• A dynamic role at the intersection of science, strategy, and communication with the perspective of a leadership role

• The opportunity to shape meteorological workflows and drive innovation

• Close collaboration with experts in meteorology, modeling, engineering, and sales

• A friendly, collaborative, and science-driven company culture

• Excellent career development opportunities in an innovative and growing organization with flat hierarchies

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work (typically ~3 days per week in the office)

• A steep learning curve with exposure to modern technologies and emerging topics at or above the current state of the art

• Annual pass for Vienna’s public transportation system

• Regular team events such as Christmas and summer parties, and participation in sports activities (e.g., Wings for Life Run, Business Run)

• Health and wellness offerings (e.g., free vaccination programs)

For legal reasons, we would like to point out that the minimum salary for this position is EUR 2.461,58 gross per month. We are aware that this number does not reflect the seniority or impact of the role - which is why a significant overpayment is expected, depending on your qualifications and experience. We remain open to both more junior and more senior applicants, and the final offer will reflect your individual profile.

Join us in our mission to set new standards in weather services and tackle the challenges of climate change. Apply now and become part of UBIMET!