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Today's Topics:
1. job opening at NOAA Climate Prediction Center
(Michelle L'Heureux - NOAA Federal)
2. Climate Science Research Associate / Programmer in the DICAD
Project within CMIP6 in Berlin - Germany (Christopher Kadow)
3. NCAR: Research Scientist or Engineer Manager (16381)
(Roger Brugge)
4. faculty positions at NUIST, China (Zhang Yanlin)
5. Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Climate-Chemistry Modelling (Anna Milne)
6. Minor addition: NCAR: Research Scientist or Engineer Manager
(16381) (Roger Brugge)
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Message: 1
Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2016 10:55:22 -0400
From: "Michelle L'Heureux - NOAA Federal" <michelle.lheureux@noaa.gov>
To: met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk
Subject: [Met-jobs] job opening at NOAA Climate Prediction Center
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Colleagues,
In mid-August to early September, we plan to open a non-Federal position
who would support us at NOAA/NWS/NCEP Climate Prediction Center in College
Park, Maryland, USA. Applicants must be US Citizens or permanent residents.
I'll send along a follow-up notice with a link once the job is posted
on-line.
BACKGROUND:
The candidate will provide scientific support to examine the feasibility of
improving CPC climate predictions based on interactions between the Madden
Julian Oscillation (MJO) and Northern Annular Mode (NAM). The individual
will develop and apply statistical methods to evaluate connections between
the MJO and NAM in the observational data and in climate model forecasts.
Also, he or she will explore whether these relationships enhance
predictions of blocking and winter weather events.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
A successful candidate will have a master's or doctoral degree in
atmospheric sciences or related physical sciences
This position also requires demonstrated competency in analyzing and
working with large datasets and experience in computer programming (e.g.
Matlab, Python, Unix scripting, GrADS, or equivalents)
The successful candidate must also be able to work as part of a team (some
members will not be local) performing collaborative research and possess
both oral and written skills.
DESIRED SKILLS:
Familiarity with topics related to the stratospheric-tropospheric coupling,
tropical-extratropical teleconnections, blocking, jet streams, the Annular
Modes, the North Atlantic Oscillation, and the Madden-Julian Oscillation
(MJO)
A background in climate dynamics and/or statistical analysis and prediction
Experience processing and manipulating large datasets generated by a
weather/climate model
Thanks and please let me know if you have any questions.
Michelle L'Heureux
NOAA Climate Prediction Center
michelle.lheureux@noaa.gov
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Message: 2
Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2016 19:17:32 +0200
From: Christopher Kadow <christopher.kadow@met.fu-berlin.de>
To: met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk
Subject: [Met-jobs] Climate Science Research Associate / Programmer in
the DICAD Project within CMIP6 in Berlin - Germany
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Hello everyone,
we - the Institute of Meteorology of the Freie Universitaet Berlin
(GERMANY) - http://www.geo.fu-berlin.de/en/met/index.html - need a
research associate / programmer (1/2 time) from now on until 30.06.2020.
The research activity of the institute focuses on analysis and
prediction of atmospheric conditions. A big part of this work is part of
national and international research projects. Examples: MiKlip
(www.fona-miklip.de) and CMIP6
(http://wcrp-climate.org/wgcm-cmip/wgcm-cmip6).
Work description:
As part of the major project which provides the German task of the data
base for the next report of the IPCC, this project will develop a
gateway to evaluation results and central validations of the CMIP6 data.
The hybrid web and shell evaluation system of the Freie University -
Freva (freva.klimod.de) - will be extended and specialized, depending on
projects needs (annotation system, gallery features, structering of
results, etc...).
Requirements:
University degree (Master or equivalent) in Meteorology, within Natural
Science, Computer Science, or similar fields.
Work experience
Experience in the field of climate model data
Knowledge in the field of software development and implementation of
web technologies
Desirable:
Computer coding experience (Python, PHP, etc.)
Knowledge in XML, data base systems, content management systems, High
Performance Computers (Unix/Linux) and Bash!
Will to work cooperative in a team
Language English, German is a plus
Salary:
Within the German public sector salary E13 - 1/2 time:
http://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/c/t/rechner/tv-l/berlin?id=tv-l-berlin-2016i&g=E_13&s=2&zv=keine&z=50&zulage=&stj=2016&stkl=1&r=0&zkf=0&kk=15.5%25
Depending on work experience, usually level 1 or 2.
Please send your documents with the code "dicad-wm" until the 15.08.2016
via PDF to
Dr. Ingo Kirchner - ingo.kirchner@met.fu-berlin.de
via mail to
Freie Universitaet Berlin
Fachbereich Geowissenschaften
Institut für Meteorologie
Drittmittelprojekt DICAD
Herrn Dr. Ingo Kirchner
Carl-Heinrich-Becker-Weg 6-10
12165 Berlin (Steglitz)
By sending the application you agree that your personal data is
processed and saved.
Best regards,
Christopher Kadow
--
Christopher Kadow
Institute of Meteorology
Freie Universität Berlin
Climate System Modeling Working Group
MiKlip - Integration - Project Coordination
Carl-Heinrich-Becker Weg 6-10, Room 193 (NB/2)
D-12165 Berlin
Phone: +49 30 838-71122
Fax: +49 30 838-71160
Mail: christopher.kadow@met.fu-berlin.de
Website: http://www.geo.fu-berlin.de/met/ag/klimod/MitarbeiterInnen/ChristopherKadow
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Christopher_Kadow
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Message: 3
Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2016 19:49:43 +0000
From: Roger Brugge <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] NCAR: Research Scientist or Engineer Manager
(16381)
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Please advertise this position, interested applicants can apply at: https://ucar.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=217970&version=1#.V4QkrBkzGYY.gmail
Research Scientist or Engineer Manager
PLEASE NOTE: This is a full-time position. Initial consideration will be given to applications received prior to 4:00 p.m. on August 9th2016, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.
NCAR – Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) – In-Situ Sensing Facility (ISF)
Partial relocation costs paid per UCAR's relocation policy.
U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) is required for this position. UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H1-B, etc.) for this position.
The National Center for Atmospheric Research's Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) seeks candidates for a ladder-track Level III or Senior Scientist or Research Engineer Section Head position, with the level and track to be determined based upon the qualifications of the successful candidate and the outcome of the ladder-track appointment review process.
Formed in 2005, the Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) is one of the seven laboratories of NCAR, the National Science Foundation's Federally Funded Research and Development Center. As the successor of NCAR's Atmospheric Technology Division (ATD), the mission of EOL is to provide leadership in observing facilities, field project support as well as research and data services needed to advance the scientific understanding of the Earth system. EOL manages the majority of NSF's Lower Atmosphere Observing Facilities (LAOF) and deploys them in support of observational field campaigns, ranging from single investigator projects to large complex campaigns that involve multiple investigators, agencies, and platforms, nationally and internationally. EOL deploys its systems for research by scientists from universities, NCAR, and government agencies, as well as for education. An integral part of EOL's mission is to develop the next generation of LAOF and to provide management and archiving of data from past supported campaigns. In order to ensure progress in the atmospheric sciences, EOL supports a wide-range of research areas within the Earth system science, ranging from microscale to mesoscale to climate process studies, and employs LAOF platforms and systems that reach from the surface of the Earth to the lower stratosphere and beyond.
This position manages the In-situ Sensing Facility (ISF) in EOL, conducts original research, and reports to the EOL Director. ISF provides measurements made directly in the environment as well as profiling measurements of the lower atmosphere. Measurements are made in-situ at the earth's surface, on towers, on balloons, and on packages dropped from aircraft. Remote profiling measurements are made using vertically pointing radar, lidar and acoustic sensors. The Facility aims to serve the advanced observational needs of the atmospheric science community by providing a flexible, state-of-the-art backbone measurement capability applicable to a wide range of experimental needs - emphasizing advanced sensor capabilities, sensor integration, system mobility, and the ability to deploy to remote or difficult locations. ISF has three groups: The Surface Group focuses on systems to measure the surface layer, surface energy budget and surface properties, deploys the ISFS (Integrated Surface Flux System) and CentNet facilities, and operates the EOL Calibration Laboratory. The Sounding Group focuses on sensors dropped from aircraft and balloons, as well as their associated data systems and deploys the AVAPS Dropsonde System on the NSF/NCAR HIAPER (GV) and C-130 aircraft, managed at RAF. The Atmospheric Profiling Group focuses on instruments to profile the atmosphere, particularly radar wind profilers, radiosonde soundings and basic surface measurements, and deploys the ISS (Integrated Sounding System).
For more information on EOL, please see https://www.eol.ucar.edu/
For more information on the ladder track appointment process for NCAR, see NCAR's Scientific and Research Engineering Appointments Criteria<https://www2.fin.ucar.edu/sites/default/files/u544/Appointment%20Criteria%204may10%20-%20with%20tables%20updated%20June%202013.pdf> and NCAR's Scientific and Research Engineering Appointments procedures<https://www2.fin.ucar.edu/policies/7-1-ncar-scientific-and-research-engineering-appointments>.
BASIC JOB FUNCTION:
Provide scientific leadership and management of EOL's In Situ Sensing Facility (ISF) in its deployment and development of a suite of in situ and profiling instruments to support field observations for atmospheric research.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Scientific and technical leadership and administrative oversight of the ISF:
* Establish goals, priorities, and strategies for ISF in implementing the EOL and NCAR Strategic Plans.
* Manage the ISF personnel, budget, and supervise key employees.
* Oversee the management of the existing observing systems and the preparation of those systems for worldwide field deployments.
* Address institutional priorities for the workplace, including attention to workplace safety, workforce diversity and to staff career development and mentoring.
* Anticipate future field-support needs, lead strategic planning at the Facility level, and contribute to future planning at the Laboratory and the Center level.
Scientific and/or technical research
* Conduct a personal research program, leading to publications, with an appropriate focus on scientific and/or technical areas related to ISF interests.
* Encourage and mentor research activities of ISF staff.
* Contribute to community service as expected of a professional member of the science community via manuscript and proposal reviews and through committee, panel, and other service functions within and outside EOL and NCAR.
Community interactions:
* Interact with potential users of facilities to assist them in planning for and understanding the feasibility of potential uses of ISF facilities.
* Interact with appropriate segments of the scientific and technical communities to remain knowledgeable regarding scientific emphases and technological developments of relevance to ISF.
* Interact with NSF program officers and others in federal agencies in connection with the ISF program and how that program supports NSF and other-agency research.
* Promote EOL R&D activities and facility capabilities within scientific communities abroad.
* Promote education in observational approaches to atmospheric science and in instrumentation.
Development:
* Oversee and promote development of new capabilities, expand measurement frontiers by advancing the integration of EOL's ground-based measurements for boundary-layer research, and develop capabilities in new areas such as the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in support of atmospheric research.
* Encourage and establish development partnerships within and outside of EOL and NCAR.
* Seek external funding sources to complement resources for development within the facility.
Broader roles in the management of the laboratory and the community:
* Participate in laboratory-wide management activities by working with the EOL Director and other members of the EOL Management Council (EMC).
* Participate in the Laboratory-level planning, prioritization and allocation of resources.
* Provide information needed by EOL to meet reporting and planning requirements of the Laboratory.
Liaison Role:
* As a member of the EOL Management Council, guide and shape EOL priority and strategy plans.
* As a member of the NCAR Director's Committee and UCAR Management Forum, help shape the organization's agenda and participate in leadership decisions.
* Coordinate plans and activities with other NCAR Facilities and Laboratories, and outside organizations.
* Work with NSF and other outside partners to establish common priorities and meet program objectives.
* Form strategic partnerships and collaborations with appropriate groups in the public and private sectors, both nationally and internationally.
* Work with University and other outside investigators to ensure effective field project planning and execution.
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
Education and Experience:
* PhD in physical science or engineering.
* At least 10 years of experience in the use or development of advanced instrumentation for studies of the atmosphere.
* Some experience, either as a Principal Investigator or in a support role, in field experiments conducted by collaborative multi-institution projects in atmospheric science.
* Scientific recognition and management experience commensurate with a leadership role of a facility-level group.
(Alternately, an equivalent combination of the above education and experience)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Expertise in scientific and technical aspects of observational science and atmospheric measurements, in particular of in situ and profiling measurements.
* A documented record of excellence in scientific and/or technical accomplishments in an area related to ISF's mission.
* Familiarity with atmospheric science field experiments and with the deployment of observational facilities in support of such experiments.
* Demonstrated skill in the administration of budgets, in the management of scientific and technical personnel, and in the planning and execution of large projects.
* Good ability to communicate orally and in writing and to make presentations to audiences of various sizes.
* Strong team-leadership skills and ability to work in a team. Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in interactions with colleagues and in the supervision of employees. A collegial relationship with those in the potential user community.
Decision Making and Problem Solving:
* Personnel
* Setting research, development, and deployment priorities
* Budget and resource allocation
Desired but Not Required:
* Experience in instrumentation of UAS.
* Experience in securing funding by writing grant proposals.
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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Recruiting Coordinator
NCAR|UCAR
National Center for Atmospheric Research
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
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PO Box 3000
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(303) 497-8723<tel:%28303%29%20497-8723> Office
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Message: 4
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2016 03:34:22 +0000
From: Zhang Yanlin <dryanlinzhang@outlook.com>
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] faculty positions at NUIST, China
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Dear Colleagues,
I would like to bring your attention to the academic positions in atmospheric chemistry at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (the formally Nanjing Institute of Meteorology), Nanjing, China. See the attachment for more details.
Best regards,
Yanlin
--
Prof. Dr. Yan-Lin Zhang
Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST)
Yale-NUIST Center on Atmospheric Environment
219 Ningliu Road 210044
Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
E-mail: dryanlinzhang@outlook.com
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Yanlin_Zhang
http://yncenter.sites.yale.edu/professor-yanlin-zhang
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Message: 5
Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2016 22:43:36 +0000
From: Anna Milne <Anna.Milne@niwa.co.nz>
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Climate-Chemistry
Modelling
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Climate-Chemistry Modelling
· Fixed term, Based in Wellington, New Zealand
NIWA is New Zealand's leading provider of freshwater, marine and atmospheric research and applied science services to public and private sector customers. NIWA's mission is to enhance the economic value and sustainable management of New Zealand's aquatic resources and environments, provide a better understanding of the climate and atmosphere, and increase our resilience to weather and climate related hazards.
As the host of the Deep South National Science Challenge, NIWA is leading the development of the nascent New Zealand Earth System Model (NZESM). The aim of this modelling effort is to improve the representation of Antarctic and Southern-Ocean processes, in order to improve climate projections produced by this model. For example, NZESM will include interactive ozone chemistry. The purpose of this position is to further develop the formulation of chemistry in the NZESM. You will operate the NZESM on the NIWA high-performance computing infrastructure, modify the set-up, and in particular modify the code of the NZESM. In this role you will implement, test, and document changes to the code that improve the model's scientific or computational performance, make the model more physically based, address omissions in the model's formulation, or update the model with new scientific data. You will communicate those advances to our international modelling partners. You will also help support other users of the model as a secondary role, and generally engage constructively with them.
Candidates are expected to have a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant area of atmospheric science, physics, computational chemistry, computer science, or similar. Very strong computational and programming skills and experience with handling large datasets are necessary, specifically, experience in FORTRAN, UNIX, Python, and with code management systems such as Subversion. Previous experience with atmospheric chemistry codes or with the Unified Model would be advantageous. We are seeking someone who takes pride in driving the performance of the model forward.
As an engaging team player, you will enjoy working with collaborators in New Zealand and overseas, communicating positively and productively with a wide range of staff. You will be self-motivated and results-oriented, conscientious and well organised, with a keen eye for detail. You will have good writing skills including proposals, technical reporting, documentation, and research publications. You will enjoy living in one of the most liveable, highly rated capital cities of the world, starting as soon as possible.
Position description and online applications can be found here: https://careers.sciencenewzealand.org/niwa/niwa-jobs
Applications close 21 August 2016
Anna Milne
Human Resources Coordinator
+64-9-375-6362 | 41 Market Place, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland | www.niwa.co.nz<http://www.niwa.co.nz>
[NIWA]<http://www.niwa.co.nz>
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Message: 6
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2016 08:23:21 +0000
From: Roger Brugge <r.brugge@reading.ac.uk>
To: "met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk" <met-jobs@lists.reading.ac.uk>
Subject: [Met-jobs] Minor addition: NCAR: Research Scientist or
Engineer Manager (16381)
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Please note that the relocation details should read:
Relocation benefits are provided for this position.
________________________________________
Please advertise this position, interested applicants can apply at: https://ucar.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=217970&version=1#.V4QkrBkzGYY.gmail
Research Scientist or Engineer Manager
PLEASE NOTE: This is a full-time position. Initial consideration will be given to applications received prior to 4:00 p.m. on August 9th2016, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.
NCAR – Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) – In-Situ Sensing Facility (ISF)
Relocation benefits are provided for this position.
U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) is required for this position. UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H1-B, etc.) for this position.
The National Center for Atmospheric Research's Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) seeks candidates for a ladder-track Level III or Senior Scientist or Research Engineer Section Head position, with the level and track to be determined based upon the qualifications of the successful candidate and the outcome of the ladder-track appointment review process.
Formed in 2005, the Earth Observing Laboratory (EOL) is one of the seven laboratories of NCAR, the National Science Foundation's Federally Funded Research and Development Center. As the successor of NCAR's Atmospheric Technology Division (ATD), the mission of EOL is to provide leadership in observing facilities, field project support as well as research and data services needed to advance the scientific understanding of the Earth system. EOL manages the majority of NSF's Lower Atmosphere Observing Facilities (LAOF) and deploys them in support of observational field campaigns, ranging from single investigator projects to large complex campaigns that involve multiple investigators, agencies, and platforms, nationally and internationally. EOL deploys its systems for research by scientists from universities, NCAR, and government agencies, as well as for education. An integral part of EOL's mission is to develop the next generation of LAOF and to provide management and archiving of data from past supported campaigns. In order to ensure progress in the atmospheric sciences, EOL supports a wide-range of research areas within the Earth system science, ranging from microscale to mesoscale to climate process studies, and employs LAOF platforms and systems that reach from the surface of the Earth to the lower stratosphere and beyond.
This position manages the In-situ Sensing Facility (ISF) in EOL, conducts original research, and reports to the EOL Director. ISF provides measurements made directly in the environment as well as profiling measurements of the lower atmosphere. Measurements are made in-situ at the earth's surface, on towers, on balloons, and on packages dropped from aircraft. Remote profiling measurements are made using vertically pointing radar, lidar and acoustic sensors. The Facility aims to serve the advanced observational needs of the atmospheric science community by providing a flexible, state-of-the-art backbone measurement capability applicable to a wide range of experimental needs - emphasizing advanced sensor capabilities, sensor integration, system mobility, and the ability to deploy to remote or difficult locations. ISF has three groups: The Surface Group focuses on systems to measure the surface layer, surface energy budget and surface properties, deploys the ISFS (Integrated Surface Flux System) and CentNet facilities, and operates the EOL Calibration Laboratory. The Sounding Group focuses on sensors dropped from aircraft and balloons, as well as their associated data systems and deploys the AVAPS Dropsonde System on the NSF/NCAR HIAPER (GV) and C-130 aircraft, managed at RAF. The Atmospheric Profiling Group focuses on instruments to profile the atmosphere, particularly radar wind profilers, radiosonde soundings and basic surface measurements, and deploys the ISS (Integrated Sounding System).
For more information on EOL, please see https://www.eol.ucar.edu/
For more information on the ladder track appointment process for NCAR, see NCAR's Scientific and Research Engineering Appointments Criteria<https://www2.fin.ucar.edu/sites/default/files/u544/Appointment%20Criteria%204may10%20-%20with%20tables%20updated%20June%202013.pdf> and NCAR's Scientific and Research Engineering Appointments procedures<https://www2.fin.ucar.edu/policies/7-1-ncar-scientific-and-research-engineering-appointments>.
BASIC JOB FUNCTION:
Provide scientific leadership and management of EOL's In Situ Sensing Facility (ISF) in its deployment and development of a suite of in situ and profiling instruments to support field observations for atmospheric research.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Scientific and technical leadership and administrative oversight of the ISF:
* Establish goals, priorities, and strategies for ISF in implementing the EOL and NCAR Strategic Plans.
* Manage the ISF personnel, budget, and supervise key employees.
* Oversee the management of the existing observing systems and the preparation of those systems for worldwide field deployments.
* Address institutional priorities for the workplace, including attention to workplace safety, workforce diversity and to staff career development and mentoring.
* Anticipate future field-support needs, lead strategic planning at the Facility level, and contribute to future planning at the Laboratory and the Center level.
Scientific and/or technical research
* Conduct a personal research program, leading to publications, with an appropriate focus on scientific and/or technical areas related to ISF interests.
* Encourage and mentor research activities of ISF staff.
* Contribute to community service as expected of a professional member of the science community via manuscript and proposal reviews and through committee, panel, and other service functions within and outside EOL and NCAR.
Community interactions:
* Interact with potential users of facilities to assist them in planning for and understanding the feasibility of potential uses of ISF facilities.
* Interact with appropriate segments of the scientific and technical communities to remain knowledgeable regarding scientific emphases and technological developments of relevance to ISF.
* Interact with NSF program officers and others in federal agencies in connection with the ISF program and how that program supports NSF and other-agency research.
* Promote EOL R&D activities and facility capabilities within scientific communities abroad.
* Promote education in observational approaches to atmospheric science and in instrumentation.
Development:
* Oversee and promote development of new capabilities, expand measurement frontiers by advancing the integration of EOL's ground-based measurements for boundary-layer research, and develop capabilities in new areas such as the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in support of atmospheric research.
* Encourage and establish development partnerships within and outside of EOL and NCAR.
* Seek external funding sources to complement resources for development within the facility.
Broader roles in the management of the laboratory and the community:
* Participate in laboratory-wide management activities by working with the EOL Director and other members of the EOL Management Council (EMC).
* Participate in the Laboratory-level planning, prioritization and allocation of resources.
* Provide information needed by EOL to meet reporting and planning requirements of the Laboratory.
Liaison Role:
* As a member of the EOL Management Council, guide and shape EOL priority and strategy plans.
* As a member of the NCAR Director's Committee and UCAR Management Forum, help shape the organization's agenda and participate in leadership decisions.
* Coordinate plans and activities with other NCAR Facilities and Laboratories, and outside organizations.
* Work with NSF and other outside partners to establish common priorities and meet program objectives.
* Form strategic partnerships and collaborations with appropriate groups in the public and private sectors, both nationally and internationally.
* Work with University and other outside investigators to ensure effective field project planning and execution.
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
Education and Experience:
* PhD in physical science or engineering.
* At least 10 years of experience in the use or development of advanced instrumentation for studies of the atmosphere.
* Some experience, either as a Principal Investigator or in a support role, in field experiments conducted by collaborative multi-institution projects in atmospheric science.
* Scientific recognition and management experience commensurate with a leadership role of a facility-level group.
(Alternately, an equivalent combination of the above education and experience)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Expertise in scientific and technical aspects of observational science and atmospheric measurements, in particular of in situ and profiling measurements.
* A documented record of excellence in scientific and/or technical accomplishments in an area related to ISF's mission.
* Familiarity with atmospheric science field experiments and with the deployment of observational facilities in support of such experiments.
* Demonstrated skill in the administration of budgets, in the management of scientific and technical personnel, and in the planning and execution of large projects.
* Good ability to communicate orally and in writing and to make presentations to audiences of various sizes.
* Strong team-leadership skills and ability to work in a team. Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in interactions with colleagues and in the supervision of employees. A collegial relationship with those in the potential user community.
Decision Making and Problem Solving:
* Personnel
* Setting research, development, and deployment priorities
* Budget and resource allocation
Desired but Not Required:
* Experience in instrumentation of UAS.
* Experience in securing funding by writing grant proposals.
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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Macy Nedelka
Recruiting Coordinator
NCAR|UCAR
National Center for Atmospheric Research
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
mnedelka@ucar.edu<mailto:mnedelka@ucar.edu>
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