Job Description Summary:
This is a two-year term position for a post-doctoral research fellow at NSF NCAR.
The new hire will research observational (satellite and in-situ) analysis and modeling for land surface properties, snowpack, and terrestrial hydrology to deepen the understanding of postfire changes in terrestrial hydrology (e.g., snowpack, soil moisture, ET, runoff).
This research will involve land surface simulations using models like Noah-MP, evaluating model outputs with satellite and ground observations, and analyzing observational data related to snowpack, soil moisture, ET, and/or runoff. The post-doc will work with a world-class multi-institutional research team across NSF NCAR and university partners through an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to snowpack, fire, land, and hydrological studies.
Position Details:
Visa Sponsored Job:No
Relocation Assistance Eligible:No
Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
Position Type & Term:Full time, Term – 6 months or more (Fixed Term)
Compensation Range:
Annual salary: $76,650
Application Notes
Job Location: Boulder, CO
Job Type: Hybrid (minimum of 2 days a week is required to be on-site)
Position Type & Term: Full-time, 2-year Term
Work Authorization: Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
Relocation Assistance: NOT available for this position.
Application Deadline: August 9, 2024
Required application materials: Resume
Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more.
What You Will Do
Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research using observations and land surface models to improve understanding postfire changes in land surface properties, snowpack, soil moisture, ET, and/or runoff. The work will include:
- Analyzing observations to quantify postfire changes in terrestrial hydrology such as snowpack, soil moisture, ET, and/or runoff/streamflow;
- Evaluate land model performance on simulating postfire snowpack and terrestrial hydrology evolution using different observations;
- Perform model sensitivity experiments to quantify the relative importance of model parameters/processes in postfire changes in vegetation, soil, and snowpack;
- Analyzing data using different statistical methods.
- Communicate research results through publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific meetings.
- Participate in research development with internal and external collaborators across disciplines.
Who We’d Love To Join Our Team
Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:
Education & Experience REQUIRED:
- Ph.D. degree in atmospheric/earth sciences or related discipline with expertise in land and hydrological modeling, statistical post-processing, and data analysis techniques.
Education & Experience Desired but Not Required:
- Desired but not required: Noah-MP, WRF, or WRF-Hydro model experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities REQUIRED:
- Demonstrated skill in conducting and analyzing snow, land, and/or hydrological simulations using models such as Noah-MP, CLM, WRF, or WRF-Hydro.
- Demonstrated skill in data analysis using statistical methods.
- Demonstrated skill in model evaluation using different observations (e.g., ground, airborne, satellite) of land surface conditions.
- Knowledge of land surface processes and modeling, terrestrial hydrology, snowpack, and/or wildfire.
- Ability to process different input datasets for uncoupled or coupled land modeling;
- Ability to conduct and manage large or high-resolution simulations.
- Demonstrated ability to publish research results in peer-reviewed journals.
- Demonstrated skill in working within diverse scientific and technical teams, including across labs and institutions.
- Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication of research results.
- Familiarity with HPC, Linux, Fortran, NetCDF, GitHub, and other version control and scientific analysis using Python/Matlab/R/IDL or other data processing and visualization languages and software.
Benefits Overview
UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits. In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance, UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development. These include:
- Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities
- UCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one
- Starting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)
- 10 paid holidays
- 10 days of sick leave each year
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary
- EcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. To learn more about these efforts, visit the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan and our Diversity & Inclusion: A Welcoming Workplace site.
Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience. Please note this is not necessary! If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest!
Commitment to Job Application Fairness
Applicants are not required to provide age or age-related information and may redact information related to age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution from any submissions during the initial application process.
Some Final Considerations
At UCAR|NCAR|UCP, you will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals conducting critical research and community outreach to solve complex Earth system science problems including climate change, air pollution, extreme weather, floods, drought, wildfires, and space weather, all with the goal of improving human life and reducing economic loss. Each of us, from scientists to the professionals who support their work, serves the public and a collaborative community of scientists in our mission to understand the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun’s core.
Flexible Work
At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid, fully-remote and/or flexible work schedules.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 UCAR.
Export Control
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Visa Wait Times
Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S.
