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JCSDA-Project Scientist I - IOS FSOI

Employer
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Location
Boulder, Colorado OR College Park, Maryland
Closing date
Apr 7, 2019

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Discipline
Atmospheric Sciences
Career Level
Any Experience Level Considered
Education Level
PhD
Job Type
Full-time
Relocation Cost
Negotiable
Sector Type
Non-Government Organization/Non-Profit

Where You Will Work:

The Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA) is a multi-agency research center committed to improving and accelerating the quantitative use of research and operational satellite data in weather, ocean, climate, and environmental analysis and prediction systems. In close collaboration with NOAA, NASA, the Air Force, and the Navy, the JCSDA strives to be a center of excellence for data assimilation through the transition of state-of-the-art research to operational applications for the benefit of society. JCSDA employees operate in a fast-paced, agile, and collaborative environment.

 

JCSDA is hosted by the Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS—pronounced: see-pass) within University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) in service of advancing knowledge, providing community-based resources, and building human capacity in atmospheric and related sciences.

 

This position will be located in UCAR Foothills Lab in Boulder, Colorado or at NOAA Center in College Park, Maryland.

 

What You Will Do:

This Project Scientist I position is under the Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA). JCSDA’s mission is to improve and accelerate the uses of research and operational satellite data in numerical weather prediction (NWP) models among its partner agencies - NASA, NOAA, and the DoD.

 

The position will work to develop JCSDA and its partner agencies Forecast Sensitivity-Observations Impact (FSOI) capabilities within the Joint Effort for Data assimilation Integration (JEDI) system. Conducting routine FSOI experiments allows operational centers to detect in near real-time changes to their forecasting systems or to the observing system or both. The position will conduct FSOI experiments and publish the results in real-time through cloud computing services. It will contribute to the development of a statistical framework around JCSDA’s FSOI capability, so that error bars can be attached to FSOI experiments and will explore new metrics, such as those used in cloud verification, so that all parameters relevant to JCSDA partner agencies’ mission can be adequately weighted.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Act as JCSDA technical point of contact for FSOI activities. Provide support and training to JCSDA and its partner agencies staff.
  • Participates in appropriate JCSDA workshops and meetings.
  • Contribute to the development, testing and deployment of FSOI techniques in real-time on the cloud.
  • Develop a statistical framework around FSOI experiments to quantify uncertainty.
  • Investigate new FSOI metrics, such as cloud verification, for FSOI.
  • Explore new graphic representations of FSOI output to help operational centers better diagnose observing systems in real time.
  • Provides cogent summaries via progress reports and presentations to JCSDA and its partner agencies
  • Document the results of the research in journal publications, and publicize those results in seminars and conference or workshop presentations.
  • Pursue other activities that advance professional growth. These activities may include writing or reviewing proposals and scientific papers.

 

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience:

  • A PhD. in science, mathematics or engineering including expertise in atmospheric science, numerical weather prediction, and remote sensing.
  • Applicants should have experience in satellite data assimilation and/or impact of observations evaluation. Technical skills include proficiency with adjoint and ensemble modeling, programming on high-performance computers in linux environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong background in satellite data assimilation and of NWP model verification.
  • Advanced mathematical understanding of algebra, matrix manipulation and adjoint operators.
  • Experience with the evaluation of forecast sensitivity to observations, using both adjoint-based and ensemble-based techniques.
  • Programming skills of Fortran and/or C++.
  • Programming skills of Python 2.7 or later and Python visualization tools.
  • Experience using high performance computing environments.
  • Experience with cloud computing is desired.
  • Ability and willingness to represents JCSDA as the prime technical contact on projects. Interacts with external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

 

Applicant Notes:

  • This position may be subject to work location requirements for obtaining access to facilities and research systems. These requirements may include a combination of national security checks, credit checks, fingerprinting, or other security clearance requirements.

 

What’s in it for You:

  • Compensation
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Retirement Plan
  • And more!

 

EEO/AAP Statement:

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.

 

Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.

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