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JCSDA Project Scientist II - LandDA

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
Paid
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 at the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction in College Park, MD or the UCAR Foothills Campus in Boulder, CO.

 

What You Will Do:

This position is under the Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA) and provides partial support in a leadership role for the hydrology and land data assimilation effort. This effort is focused on three main objectives:

  • Coordinating distributed research and development on land surface and hydrology data assimilation;
  • Developing land data assimilation capabilities at the JCSDA in the framework of the Joint Effort for Data assimilation Integration (JEDI). JEDI is an inter-agency plan aimed at developing a coupled community data assimilation system for research and operations;
  • Accelerating use of remote sensing data for land surface and hydrology

 

These goal sets include specific and direct collaboration with research scientists and JCSDA partners: the National Water Center, NOAA/OAR, NOAA/NWS, NOAA/NESDIS, NASA/GMAO, the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), the US Air Force, NCAR, and universities.

 

This effort will result in reduced overlap in development work, facilitate transition from research to operational implementation, which is expected to optimize and accelerate the hydrology/land data assimilation.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership in collaboration with senior management and operational partners for the creation of hydrology/land data assimilation development plans.
  • Supervise the work of other team members (e.g. other project scientists, software engineers, etc.) and collaborators, especially regarding the scientific strategy to improve the assimilation of hydrology and land data assimilation. Quarterly reports to the JCSDA are expected and daily interaction with government scientists and contractors, and other members of this project. Acts as an advisor to senior management, develops proposals, and serves as a Principal Investigator or CoPI regularly.
  • Provide expertise in hydrology/land data assimilation. Coordinate distributed development and provide guidance and support on transitioning such research to the JEDI system
  • Authoring scientific reports/resource publications, and attending/giving presentations at national and international scientific conferences may be expected.

 

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience:

  • PhD in a relevant science, and at least three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Applicants should have expertise in hydrology/land data assimilation. Technical skills include proficiency in programming on high-performance computers and familiarity with operational-quality data systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with conventional/satellite data assimilation and data assimilation system(s) (e.g., JEDI, GSI, WRFDA, etc).
  • Strong programming skills (particularly FORTRAN) and ability to work as a part of a larger group using a code management environment (e.g., git) in an Agile software development context.
  • Good interpersonal skills, highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Advanced skills in planning and managing project goals and objectives.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with an emphasis in technical communication.
  • Must have a record of regular publications and must have received some level of national recognition (conference presentations, awards, etc.).

 

Applicant Notes:

  • This position is 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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