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Today's Topics:
1. Hydrology Analyst Position at the Pacific Climate Impacts
Consortium (Canada) (Roger Brugge)
2. Climate Change Communications Position at the University of
Washington-Seattle (USA) [Revised] (Roger Brugge)
3. Meteorological Forecaster at the Bermuda Weather Service
(James Dodgson)
4. Senior Trading Meteorologist, Germany (Required Energy Jobs)
5. Junior Commodity Trading Meteorologist / Analyst - Amsterdam
(Required Energy Jobs)
6. Vacancy at MetDesk, UK: IT Developer (Roger Brugge)
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Message: 1
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 12:21:27 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Hydrology Analyst Position at the Pacific Climate
Impacts Consortium (Canada)
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PCIC is currently seeking to hire a Hydrology Analyst to analyse and
manage hydrology data that assists PCIC hydrologists. Working under the
supervision of the Lead, Hydrologic Impacts, the incumbent will provide
the primary support to quality check, analyse, archive and document
water temperature data for select watersheds in British Columbia. This
position is funded under the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
(see E nvironment Canada Science Horizons f or more information). Refer
to the complete job description for more details. This is a full-time,
six month term commitment. Application: Interested individuals should
email a cover letter and CV, including three professional references, to
Mr. Markus Schnorbus at <climate@uvic.ca> with the subject line "ATTN:
Hydrology Analyst Position". The position is open until it is filled.
Detailed Job Posting:
Job Posting: Hydrology Analyst
Closing Date: Open until position filled
Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC)
The Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC) was created to assess
climate impacts in the Pacific and Yukon Region of Canada. The goals of
the Consortium are to foster collaborative research, to strengthen the
capacity to address regional climate change and variability, and to
provide the sci e ntific basis for development of policy. PCIC is a
regional climate service centre at the University of Victoria that
provides practical information on the physical impacts of climate
variability and change. Through collaboration with climate researchers
and regional stakeholders, PCIC produces knowledge and tools in support
of long-term planning. See <http://www.PacificClimate.org> for more
information.
Challenge
The Hydrology Analyst will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to
analyse and manage hydrology data that assists PCIC hydrologists. The
incumbent will provide the primary support to quality check, analyse,
archive and document water temperature data for select watersheds in
British Columbia.
Nature of Work
The Hydrology Analyst works under the supervision of the Lead,
Hydrologic Impacts. The position will also receive strong scientific
guidance from Research Scientists at the Water and Climate Impacts
Research Centre. This position is funded under the Science Horizons
Youth Internship Program (see Environment Canada Science Horizons for
more information).
Accountabilities
Assemble a digital archive of existing water temperature data for
streams and lakes in British Columbia, including appropriate metadata
and documentation.
Data quality assessment and quality checking (QA/QC).
Support scientists with analysis tasks.
Produce summary report.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor?s degree in a relevant field of study (such as
geosciences, geography, environmental sciences or engineering).
Experience with data processing and analysis.
An understanding of the concepts behind data management as asset.
Hydrology or water quality background an asset.
Math and statistics background an asset.
Skill
Excellent computer skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Programming experience, preferably in GNU R as asset.
GIS skills an asset.
Ability
Ability to manage time series and spatial data.
Work with team members and co-workers effectively.
Willing to be flexible with job duties.
Employment period
6 month term commitment.
Weekly working hours
Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Pay rate
$20.00 per hour
Additional information : Address enquiries to Markus Schnorbus at
<climate@uvic.ca>.
Application: Please send your application with a CV, including three
professional references.
Address cover letter and application to Mr. Markus Schnorbus,
<climate@uvic.ca> , with ? ATTN: Hydrology Analyst Position ? in the
subject line. Please indicate whether you are legally able to work in
Canada.
Thank you.
Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC)
University House 1 | PO Box 3060 STN CSC
University of Victoria | Victoria BC Canada V8W 3R4
Tel: 250.472.4682 | Fax: 250.721.7217 | http://www.PacificClimate.org
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Message: 2
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 12:23:07 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Climate Change Communications Position at the
University of Washington-Seattle (USA) [Revised]
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PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST
Department: College of the Environment
Job Location: Seattle Campus
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life
programs. For detailed information on benefits for this position, see:
<http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/forms/ben-summaries/prostaff.pdf>
The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation?s
premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most
important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education,
research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding
benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment
noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement,
artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The College of the Environment has an outstanding opportunity for a
PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST.
The College of the Environment has an opportunity for a part time
communications specialist and science writer (75 to 100% time). This
person will support the communications activities of the Northwest
Climate Science Center (NW CSC). The NW CSC was established by the
Department of the Interior in 2010 to address the challenges of climate
change in the northwestern United States The NW CSC is one of eight
regional climate science centers and is a federally led research
collaboration hosted by three primary universities: Oregon State
University, the University of Idaho, and the University of Washington.
Research at the NW CSC provides objective scientific information and
tools that Northwest managers of land, water, wildlife, and cultural
resources can use to anticipate, monitor, and adapt to climate change.
This position will be supervised by UW director of the NW CSC. Working
with other staff at the NW CSC, the incumbent will have primary
responsibility to implement the center?s communications strategy, which
has two overarching goals:
1. Facilitate development and dissemination of Northwest climate-related
science, information, and tools to support management of natural and
cultural resources under changing climate conditions; and
2. Increase access to and understanding of Northwest climate-related
science and data.
Refer to the NW CSC Communications Strategy for more details:
<http://www.doi.gov/csc/northwest/upload/NW-CSC-Communication-Strategy-ADOPTED-20MAR13-2.pdf>
To support these goals, the communications specialist will work on a
broad range of documents about climate change research projects
supported by the center and participate in or manage the reporting,
writing, editing, designing, and dissemination of web pages, brochures,
project profiles, internal and external newsletters, and related
materials. The target audiences are scientists; resource managers;
legislators, policy makers, and administrators; and the general public.
The position is part time (at least 75%, with benefits) with flexible
hours and working location.
Job Duties:
? Implement the Communications agenda of the NW CSC in conjunction with
regional partners.
? Research, write, edit, and publish web articles about NW CSC.
? Write synthesis reports based on published papers.
? Finalize and post web content to keep online information up-to-date.
? Develop materials for public presentations.
? Work with others to proofread and edit documents for sense, clarity,
accuracy, and effectiveness.
? Evaluate communications program effectiveness.
Requirements:
? Bachelor?s degree and 3 years experience, master?s and 1 year preferred.
? Demonstrated familiarity with climate change science, issues, and
contexts.
? Excellent writing and editing skills (provide portfolio examples).
? One to three years experience working in science writing and/or
communications.
? Project coordination experience, with proven attention to detail.
? Experience with web content management systems (e.g. Wordpress) and
standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, or equivalent).
Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum requirements.
Desired:
? Experience in oral communications and public speaking.
? Basic knowledge of web design software and layout, e.g. Dreamweaver.
Condition of Employment:
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory
results from a criminal background check.
Application Process:
Part of the application process for this position includes the
Employment Eligibility Assessment to obtain additional information that
will be used in the evaluation process. If you haven?t already taken
this assessment, it will appear on your screen for you to complete as
soon as you select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement.
Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you
select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take
when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be
reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the
assessment is complete.
Apply for this job:
Send resume and cover letter to Prof. Eric Salath?, University of
Washington, <salathe@uw.edu>
The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship &
sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer. To request disability accommodation in the application
process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 /
206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.
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Message: 3
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 11:18:21 -0300
From: "James Dodgson" <jdodgson@bas-serco.bm>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Meteorological Forecaster at the Bermuda Weather
Service
To: <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Cc: "Kimberley Zuill \(Intranet\)" <kzuill@BAS-Serco.bm>
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BAS-Serco 4c 72 dpi
Meteorological Forecasters
BAS-Serco Ltd., a Bermudian joint venture company offering facilities
management and general outsourcing services, is seeking an intelligent,
motivated individual who is a certified Meteorological Forecaster, to join
the Bermuda Weather Service. The successful applicant will join our team of
dedicated professionals, monitoring the weather, producing forecasts and
warnings for aviation, marine interests and the general public.
The successful Meteorological Forecaster candidate will:
? be a qualified Meteorologist, by any of the following
criteria:
a) hold a recognized Bachelor of Science degree in
Meteorology with one year operational experience
b) hold a recognized Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
or Science with three years forecasting experience in an operational
environment
c) have ten-years forecasting experience in an
operational environment
? be certified as having completed aeronautical forecaster training,
approved by the World Meteorological Organization
? be willing to attend in-house and overseas training courses and
have a strong desire to improve skills and knowledge;
? be willing to work rotating 12 hour shifts, weekends & public
holidays;
? demonstrate excellent presentation skills including a high degree
of oral and written communication;
? have a strong sense of loyalty, motivation, dedication and a high
degree of commitment and interest/passion for weather.
? be able to balance team work with the ability to work as an
independent forecaster
? be able to make rapid and effective decisions in reaction to
changing weather patterns
? react calmly during periods of high operational workload and be
able to prioritize effectively
? be able to deal comfortably with clients at all levels, including
the general public, the media, police and emergency services.
The successful applicant will join our team of dedicated professionals,
monitoring the weather, producing forecasts and warnings for aviation,
marine interests and the general public. Experience within the Bermuda
Weather Service would be a desirable asset.
If you are interested in this Qualified Meteorological Forecaster position,
please send a r?sum?, under a covering letter highlighting how you match our
criteria, by email to: jobs@weather.bm
** In the Subject line, please type: 2013 Forecaster Position
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Closing date: 31
July 2013.
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Message: 4
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 14:16:32 +0000
From: Required Energy Jobs <jobs@energy.requiredit.com>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Senior Trading Meteorologist, Germany
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Dear All,
Applications are welcome from experienced meteorologists with experience in applying their forecasts and expertise to the commercial world (trading not 100% necessary).
Please contact Paul, Senior Consultant at Required Energy via jobs@energy.requiredit.com<mailto:jobs@energy.requiredit.com> or +44(0) 20 8973 3770 - ext. 206
Kind regards,
Paul
Required IT is registered in England, Company Number: 4366186
Required Consulting is registered in England, Company Number: 06603095
Required Consulting PTE is registered in Singapore, Company Number: 201010769D
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Message: 5
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 14:36:08 +0000
From: Required Energy Jobs <jobs@energy.requiredit.com>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Junior Commodity Trading Meteorologist / Analyst -
Amsterdam
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Dear All,
Applications are welcome from junior meteorologists / analysts with impressive academics and modelling skills, to work for a well-respected commodity trading organisation (trading not necessary). This is an excellent opportunity to enter into the commodity trading world.
Please reply with a CV, and contact Paul, Senior Consultant at Required Energy, London via jobs@energy.requiredit.com<mailto:jobs@energy.requiredit.com> or +44(0) 20 8973 3770 - ext. 206
Kind regards,
Paul
Required IT is registered in England, Company Number: 4366186
Required Consulting is registered in England, Company Number: 06603095
Required Consulting PTE is registered in Singapore, Company Number: 201010769D
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Message: 6
Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:27:36 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Vacancy at MetDesk, UK: IT Developer
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
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About us
MetDesk is a weather forecasting business specialising in delivering client-specific weather
information services to a diverse weather-critical client base. Headquartered in Wendover, MetDesk
has ambitious expansion plans and is now seeking a talented, experienced and innovative IT
professional, to help develop products and maintain our product range.
Job title
IT Developer
Please see the attachment for details.
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