[ES_JOBS_NET] Physical Scientist (Atmospheric Science / Air Quality / Climate Science), Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) - Sterling, VA, USA

[Furukawa, Yoko]

Job opening - Apply by December 3, 2021 at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/622999900

The mission of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is to manage ocean energy and mineral resources on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) in a manner that balances energy independence, economic development, and environmental protection. Energy resources on the OCS include oil and natural gas, as well as sources of renewable energy. Marine mineral resources include sand, gravel, and other non-energy minerals.

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Office of Environmental Programs (OEP), Division of Environmental Sciences (DES), Branch of Chemical and Physical Sciences. OEP is responsible for assessing the environmental impact of Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) development and providing guidance concerning the place, time, and nature of activities to be authorized. DES manages the Environmental Sciences Program (ESP), providing national level coordination with research managers within the Department of the Interior, other Federal agencies, coordinating committees, and non-Federal research organizations.

The incumbent serves as a BOEM subject matter expert in atmospheric science with broad expertise in environmental chemistry, air quality, greenhouse gases and other components of environmental significance in the air across the OCS to oversee scientific research and studies that inform offshore energy development decisions and policy/regulatory development.

The major duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
1) Advises BOEM OEP leadership, management, and colleagues on research, policy, guidance, and regulations regarding atmospheric science, air quality, and climate science.
2) Oversees and coordinates the planning, budgeting, and execution of scientific investigations (i.e., research, studies, and projects) related to atmospheric science, air quality, and climate science.
3) Serves as a subject matter expert in atmospheric sciences, climate change, and atmospheric chemistry to participate in research and other scientific activities led by his/her BOEM colleagues or by outside partner agencies.
4) Plans, develops, and leads or supports interagency partnerships, large contracting teams, and working groups that include industry and academia as they relate to BOEM's atmospheric science objectives.
5) Prepares and presents briefs on BOEM OEP's activities on atmospheric science, air quality, and climate science.

For more information and to apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/622999900
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