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Today's Topics:
1. Met Office Job Vacancy - Scientific Manager Applied
Atmospheric Dispersion (Giblin, Laura)
2. Open PhD position at Thuenen Institute in Braunschweig
(Germany) (Roger Brugge)
3. NERC PhD Studentship at Northumbria University (UK)
(Roger Brugge)
4. Open Technician Position at Thuenen Institute in Braunschweig
(Germany) (Roger Brugge)
5. Tenure-track Faculty Position at the University of
California-Santa Barbara (USA) (Roger Brugge)
6. Tenure-track Position at the University of Groningen (The
Netherlands) (Roger Brugge)
7. Job Openings at Weather Decision Technologies - Norman,
Oklahoma, USA (Bill Conway)
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Message: 1
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 13:19:35 +0000
From: "Giblin, Laura" <laura.giblin@metoffice.gov.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Met Office Job Vacancy - Scientific Manager
Applied Atmospheric Dispersion
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Hi
Please can you advertise the following for us?
Thanks
Laura
Scientific Manager Applied Atmospheric Dispersion
Salary: Starting ?38,335 and for exceptional candidates up to ?44,880 + competitive benefits, including Civil Service Pension
Generic role: Scientific Manager
Profession: Science and Engineering
Permanent. Full time at Met Office, Exeter
Opening date for applications: 23 August 2013, 12:00
Closing date for applications: 23 September 2013
Further details: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/jobs/current-vacancies/002845
Background information
The Atmospheric Dispersion Groups (ADGs) within the Atmospheric Dispersion and Air Quality (ADAQ) team within Weather Science at the Met Office are responsible for conducting research into subjects relevant to dispersion modelling, the study of dispersion phenomena, model development and also for providing expert advice, modelling and guidance in preparation for and during emergencies.
ADAQ has recently been formed to focus and develop the strategic direction and delivery of the dispersion and air quality groups. ADAQ work in a dynamic and challenging cross disciplinary subject area and the successful applicant will be manager of one of three managers focused on the development, pull through and application of the Met Office's Lagrangian dispersion model Numerical Atmospheric-dispersion Modelling Environment (NAME) and source inversion and data assimilation for dispersion problems. The successful candidate will be expected to play a role in defining the new and evolving structure of this team.
The research and challenges are very wide ranging and include, but are not limited to:
? Atmospheric dispersion processes and modelling developments including Eulerian-Lagrangian techniques, ensembles, convective, precipitation, and other processes.
? Inversion and data assimilation techniques related to dispersion modelling from local to global scales.
? The physical, chemical, radiological and biological processes relevant to enable impacts focused dispersion modelling.
? Use of/coupling with Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP), including ensemble, data/models.
? Model validation against data from both field campaigns and real incidents.
? Impact assessment, commercial contracts and other applied projects.
? Numerical methods and code optimisation.
The successful applicant will be expected to lead in developing the scientific and modelling priorities of a group of dedicated scientists, in a growing and important area for the Met Office. The applicant will also be expected to pursue their own research and lead on national and international initiatives and collaborations.
Specific job purpose
To lead, manage and guide the scientific direction of the Applied Atmospheric Dispersion Group, with the aim of improving NAME, our dispersion services and external collaborations.
Specific job responsibilities
? To apply scientific knowledge of the relevant processes to contribute to setting the strategic direction and the research and development programme in the Met Office.
? To direct, monitor and carry out work to ensure the delivery of the Group's agreed outputs, whilst maintaining and enhancing the scientific credibility, integrity and reputation of the Met Office.
? To influence and negotiate with customers and stakeholders at an equivalent specialist level to ensure the successful delivery and pull-through of our scientific developments and to promote the scientific reputation of the Met Office.
? To recruit, motivate and develop the staff of the Group, and improve ways of working.
? To manage scientific or technical research projects across the Met Office to deliver key science, service and commercial outputs and improve Met Office products.
Qualifications, skills and abilities required
Essential
? A track record of scientific research in atmospheric physics and/or dispersion/composition modelling.
? A track record of contributing to and/or developing numerical models.
? Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to develop good working relationships, collaborations and gain the trust of people at all levels.
? Evidence of ability to develop research project proposals and/or plans.
? Experience of leading or mentoring individuals and/or groups in the delivery of scientific projects.
Desirable
? Good knowledge of one or more dispersion application related disciplines such as volcanology, radiation, chemistry, biological agents, health impacts, etc.
? Good knowledge of source inversion and/or data assimilation techniques and their application to atmospheric dispersion modelling.
Additional supplementary information
The job holder would be expected to be part of the ADAQ reasonable endeavours support for atmospheric dispersion emergency events, potentially having to provide support out of normal working hours. This will entitle them to the annual Level 3 Operational Critical System allowance. Time Off in Leiu (TOIL) and/or additional allowances would also be applicable on a case-by-case basis.
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Message: 2
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:10:25 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Open PhD position at Thuenen Institute in
Braunschweig (Germany)
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Job vacancy at Th?nen Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture (TI-AK)
Within the BMBF-funded junior research group NITROSPHERE, the Th?nen
Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture (TI-AK) in Braunschweig, Germany,
invites applications for a 3 year
Junior scientist (PhD student)
position for conducting measurements of biosphere-atmosphere exchange of
reactive nitrogen (Nr) compounds in different ecosystems.
Over the last decades, emissions from agriculture, industry and traffic
led to a concentration increase of Nr compounds in the atmosphere, which
triggered local N deposition rates as well as long-distance N transport.
While an increased N availability may lead to higher gross primary
productivity in some ecosystems (e.g. in forests), other sites like N
limited peatlands show highly sensitive responses. There is still little
known about the relationship between atmospheric N deposition and the
exchange of greenhouse gases, particularly CO2 and N2O. Based on current
micrometeorological measurements using a novel converter (TRANC, Total
Reactive Atmospheric Nitrogen Converter), this relationship will be
further investigated in various ecosystems and at different time scales.
Job description/methods:
- Organization and performance of field and lab measurements of reactive N
compounds
- Application of quantum cascade laser systems and further development of
the TRANC methodology
- Data processing and analyzing the relationship between N deposition and
greenhouse gas exchange
- Integration of field data from different campaigns
- Scientific publications and project reports
Requirements:
- MSc. (or similar) in Environmental Engineering, Physics,
(Bio-)Meteorology, Agricultural, Soil, Forest or Environmental Sciences,
Geography, Geoecology, Biology or related disciplines
- Strong technical and mechanical skills
- Experience in conducting field campaigns; familiarity with
eddy-covariance measurements is preferred, but not required
- Knowledge of transformation and exchange processes of N and C compounds
in plant, soil, and atmosphere
- Experience in processing large data sets (R, MATLAB, etc.)
- Interest in methodological and technical development work
- High motivation and interest in tackling scientific problems
- Scientific writing skills and good command of English
Payment will be according to the German pay scale TV?D 13.
Besides the employment, the opportunity for scientific professional
training will be provided, especially to do a PhD. The own results
achieved in the project can be used for a PhD thesis.
The Th?nen Institute supports gender equality at work and encourages
female candidates to apply for this position. Equally qualified applicants
with disabilities will be given preferential treatment; a minimum of
physical fitness and the ability to work in the field is required.
Inquiries and applications with the usual documentation (CV, cover letter,
certificates) including the keyword 'NITROSPHERE PhD1, Nr-Messung' shall
be sent (preferably by email) to:
Dr. Christian Br?mmer, <christian.bruemmer@ti.bund.de> (Phone: +49 - (0)531
596 2614) or
Dr. habil. Werner L. Kutsch, <werner.kutsch@ti.bund.de> (Phone: +49 - (0)531
596 2569).
Applications received by Aug 30, 2013 will receive full consideration.
Johann Heinrich von Th?nen-Institut
Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture
Bundesallee 50
38116 Braunschweig, Germany
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Message: 3
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:13:00 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] NERC PhD Studentship at Northumbria University
(UK)
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Dear Colleagues,
NERC-funded PhD studentship ?Air temperature distribution across melting
glaciers?. Application deadline 5^th September 2013.
Northumbria University Geography Department is advertising a NERC-funded
PhD studentship on ?Air temperature distribution across melting glaciers?
with a start date in autumn 2013 or January 2014. We are keen for candidates
with a background in earth or atmospheric science or physical geography to
apply. Further details are given below.
UK applicants are eligible for fees, maintenance grant and fieldwork costs.
EU applicants are eligible for fees and fieldwork costs, but not the
maintenance
grant, unless they have been continuously resident in the UK for the
past 3 years.
Thanks and kind regards,
Ben
Location: Department of Geography, Engineering and Environment Faculty,
Northumbria University, Newcastle, UK.
Project Title: Air temperature distribution across melting glaciers
Project Supervisor(s): Dr Ben Brock Benjamin.brock@northumbria.ac.uk
<mailto:Benjamin.brock@northumbria.ac.uk>
Dr Nick Rutter nick.rutter@northumbria.ac.uk
<mailto:nick.rutter@northumbria.ac.uk>
Funding Availability: NERC Studentship
<http://www.nerc.ac.uk/funding/application/studentships/>
Application deadline: 5^th September 2013, start date 1^st October 2013
or 1st January 2014 (flexible)
Project description:
Near surface air temperature is the most important variable determining
the melt rate at a snow or ice surface, but we have only a crude
understanding of how and why air temperature varies across glaciers,
impeding our ability to model their response to climatic variations. This
project will: i) characterise the spatio-temporal variability of air
temperature//over glaciers and identify its main controls and physical
drivers;
and ii) develop numerical models of glacier air temperature regimes which
can be implemented in glacier ablation models. The project will involve
detailed measurements on clean and debris free mountain glaciers and
analysis with atmospheric models, developing a wide range of valuable
skills.
The outcomes will improve assessments of glacier response to climate change
for water resource management in mountain regions. The student and
supervisors will work closely with UK, Swiss and Italian partners.
Required qualifications: A good honours degree (2:1 or above, or 2:2 + a
Masters degree).
Desirable knowledge and skills: Background in geography, earth or
atmospheric science. Physically fit and willing to undertake fieldwork
in mountain environments. Numeracy and knowledge of GIS/remote
sensing software and programming, e.g. Matlab would be an advantage.
For further information regarding the project please contact Dr Ben Brock,
email: Benjamin.brock@northumbria.ac.uk
<mailto:Benjamin.brock@northumbria.ac.uk>, tel. +44(0)191 227 3225
For any queries relating to applications, please contact Karen Vacher,
email: eb.pgrstudentships@northumbria.ac.uk
<mailto:eb.pgrstudentships@northumbria.ac.uk>or telephone
+44(0)191 227 3244
Funding notes: Includes fees, ?13, 726 pa maintenance grant, and money
for fieldwork, training and conference attendance for UK students. EU
students are eligible for fees, fieldwork, training and conference support,
but not the maintenance grant, unless they have been continuously
resident in the UK for the past 3 years.
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Message: 4
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:13:59 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Open Technician Position at Thuenen Institute in
Braunschweig (Germany)
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Within the BMBF-funded junior research group NITROSPHERE, the Thuenen
Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture (TI-AK) in Braunschweig, Germany,
invites applications for a 3 year
Research Technician/Engineer
position (100%) for conducting field campaigns, technical support and
further development of micrometeorological measurement techniques.
Job description/methods:
- Setup of new field sites for long-term monitoring of
biosphere-atmosphere exchange of greenhouse gases
- Organization and performance of lab and field campaigns; maintenance of
micrometeorological instruments
- Application and further development of different measurement techniques,
e.g. of the TRANC methodology (Total Reactive Atmospheric Nitrogen
Converter) and quantum cascade laser systems
- Data backups and inspection
- Purchasing orders of components
Requirements:
- Certified technician in the area of environmental engineering, process
engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering
or related disciplines
- Experience in setting up, modifying and maintaining meteorological
measurement devices
- Experience in programming electronic control units
- Interest in technological and methodological development work
- Curiosity for tackling scientific questions
- Team spirit and willingness to work in the field
- Good command of English
Payment will be according to the German pay scale up to TV?D 8 depending
on personal qualification.
The Th?nen Institute supports gender equality at work and encourages
female candidates to apply for this position. Equally qualified applicants
with disabilities will be given preferential treatment; a minimum of
physical fitness and the ability to work in the field is required.
Inquiries and applications with the usual documentation (CV, cover letter,
certificates) including the keyword 'NITROSPHERE technician' shall be sent
to Dr. Christian Br?mmer (<christian.bruemmer@ti.bund.de>, phone: +49 (0)531
596 2614) or Dr. habil. Werner Kutsch (<werner.kutsch@ti.bund.de>, phone:
+49 (0)531 596 2569).
Information about the Th?nen Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture on:
<http://www.ti.bund.de/en/startseite/institutes/climate-smart-agriculture.html>
Applications received by Aug 30, 2013 will receive full consideration.
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Message: 5
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:15:29 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Tenure-track Faculty Position at the University of
California-Santa Barbara (USA)
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Ocean Carbon Cycle Modeling, Assistant Professor: The Interdepartmental
Graduate Program in Marine Science (IGPMS; <www.igpms.ucsb.edu>) at the
University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a
tenure-track faculty position in Ocean Carbon Cycle Modeling at the rank
of Assistant Professor. We seek a highly creative and interactive
scholar whose research and teaching interests focus on the interaction
among biogeochemical, ocean circulation, and ecological processes in the
sea with broad linkages to climate and climate change. In particular, we
are interested in candidates who focus on numerical modeling of
biogeochemical cycles of carbon and associated materials in the ocean on
regional to global scales in the modern and/or paleo-oceans. Individuals
who combine modeling with empirical studies are also encouraged to
apply. The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment in an
academic department that participates in the IGPMS program, and is
expected to develop an internationally recognized and
extramurally-funded research program, mentor graduate and undergraduate
students in the candidate?s area of expertise, and teach both graduate
and undergraduate courses.
Applicants should submit: 1) an application letter, 2) a curriculum
vitae, 3) a statement of research accomplishments and future plans, 4) a
statement of teaching experience and interests, 5) up to three selected
publications, and 6) names and contact information of three persons
willing to provide letters of reference (the committee will solicit
letters for a short list of candidates).
Submit applications electronically at
<https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00216>, and address questions to:
<OceanCarbonSearch@geog.ucsb.edu>. Review of applicants will begin
November 30, 2013 and will continue until the position has been filled.
The effective start date of the position is July 1, 2014.
The IGPMS is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to
the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research,
teaching, and service. UCSB is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action
Employer.
Cheers,
Charles.
*====================================================*
Dr. Charles Jones
Associate Professor
Department of Geography and
Earth Research Institute (ERI)
University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3060
email: cjones@eri.ucsb.edu <mailto:cjones@icess.ucsb.edu>
URL: http://sbarg.eri.ucsb.edu/
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Message: 6
Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:16:23 +0000
From: "Roger Brugge" <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Tenure-track Position at the University of
Groningen (The Netherlands)
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University of Groningen, the Netherlands
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Atmospheric greenhouse gas studies
The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a vacancy for a
Tenure Track position (level Assistant Professor) in Atmospheric
Greenhouse Gas Studies in the Energy and Sustainability Research
Institute Groningen, at the Centre for Isotope Research (CIO).
The candidate is expected to strengthen the present atmospheric research
group of the CIO, directed to greenhouse gases and related tracers.
Her/his experience and innovative ideas, both in assuring excellent data
quality and in the application of the data and the interaction with
modelling, should maintain the group as a leading international research
group in this field. She/he has to be able to base the work to a large
extent on external funding. She/he is an excellent teacher who can
motivate students of different disciplines and will develop new courses
on specific topics about this subject in the BSc and the MSc programmes.
Teaching duties include the supervision of bachelor, master and PhD
students.
All further information is available through:
<http://www.rug.nl/about-us/work-with-us/job-opportunities/english-job-vacancies>
Prof.dr. Harro A.J. Meijer
Director
Energy and Sustainability Research Institute Groningen (ESRIG)
University of Groningen
Nijenborgh 4, 9747 AG Groningen, Netherlands
http://www.rug.nl/fmns-research/esrig/index
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Message: 7
Date: Sat, 24 Aug 2013 06:56:43 +0000
From: Bill Conway <bconway@wdtinc.com>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Job Openings at Weather Decision Technologies -
Norman, Oklahoma, USA
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All,
Please see the attached announcements for NWP and software development openings at Weather Decision Technologies.
Thank you,
Bill Conway
Senior Vice President
WDT
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