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<p id="jobTitleDiv" class="cssDspJobTitle"> <b>Postdoctoral
Researcher </b></p>
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<dt id="trackCodeDiv" class="cssDspJobHead"> Tracking Code </dt>
<dd id="jobCodeDiv" class="cssDspJobBody"> 14103 </dd>
<dt id="dspJobTxtDescDiv" class="cssDspJobHead"> Job Description </dt>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>PLEASE NOTE</strong>: This
is a new, full-time two-year term position with possibility of
extension. Initial consideration will be given to applications
received prior to 4:00 p.m. (MDT) Friday, April 25, 2014.
Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed
basis.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">NCAR - Mesoscale and Microscale
Meteorology Division (MMM)</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Partial relocation costs paid per
UCAR’s relocation policy</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">If necessary, UCAR/NCAR will
sponsor a work visa (e.g., H1B, etc.) to fill this position.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>BASIC JOB FUNCTION</strong>:</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">This position will contribute to
research on mesoscale data assimilation across different
projects. The research conducted focuses on advanced data
assimilation methods (both variational- and ensemble-based
techniques) and advanced observation types (e.g.
cloud-and-precipitation-affected satellite radiances) for
regional and global numerical weather prediction.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>DUTIES INCLUDE</strong>:</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Conduct research and development
related to mesoscale weather prediction with WRF and MPAS
community models. Research emphasis will be the improvement of
convection-permitting forecasts using all-sky satellite
radiances (i.e. both clear and cloud-affected radiances) in
the GSI ensemble/variational hybrid data assimilation system.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Further develop advanced methods
for the assimilation of clouds from remote sensing and conduct
impact studies for various applications where cloud
initialization plays a major role.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Prepare results for publication in
peer-reviewed journals and for presentation at meetings and
conferences. Prepare and deliver summary reports or project
progress reports as needed.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Contribute to the goals of the
NESL/MMM program. May assist in the development of funding
proposals and contribute to program planning for the Data
Assimilation Section of MMM.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE</strong>:</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Education and Experience:</p>
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<ul style="text-align: left;">
<li>Ph.D. degree within the last 5 years in Meteorology,
Applied Mathematics, or a related field.</li>
</ul>
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<p style="text-align: left;">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p>
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<ul style="text-align: left;">
<li>Knowledge and experience with probability and statistics</li>
<li>Extensive skill in data assimilation and NWP, as
demonstrated in peer-reviewed journal publications</li>
<li>Knowledge in satellite remote sensing</li>
<li>Knowledge of and advanced skills with programming
languages (Fortran-90 preferred) and scripting</li>
<li>Ability in working with Linux/Unix operating systems and
display tools (NCL, et al.)</li>
<li>Effective written and oral communication skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of
a development team</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong> </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>DESIRED (but not required)</strong>:</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<ul style="text-align: left;">
<li>Experience and specialization in data assimilation,
numerical forecasting and/or mesoscale weather prediction.</li>
<li>Experience with WRF numerical model and associated data
assimilation systems (WRFDA, GSI and/or DART)</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: left;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">The University Corporation for
Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an <a
href="http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf"><strong>equal
opportunity employer</strong></a>. We evaluate qualified
applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender,
national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual
orientation, domestic partner status, disability, or veteran
status.</p>
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<dt id="dspJobTxtJobLocDiv" class="cssDspJobHead"> Job Location </dt>
<dd id="jobPositionLocationDiv" class="cssDspJobBody"> Boulder,
Colorado, United States </dd>
<dt id="dspJobTxtPosTypeDiv" class="cssDspJobHead"> Position Type
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Full-Time/Regular </dd>
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<div class="cssDspJobHead">Appointment Type</div>
<div class="cssDspJobBody">Term Full-Time (T1)</div>
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