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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoPlainText>The Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>(UVA) seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in Climate Dynamics. The research associate will work in the lab of Professor Kevin Grise and participate in a project funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s Modeling, Analysis, Predictions, and Projections Program.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>This position will focus on using global climate model output from phase 6 of the Coupled Model Intercomparison Project (CMIP6) to better characterize the roles of the large-scale atmospheric circulation in regional climate change in the United States in the 21st century. Innovative mathematical/statistical techniques will be developed to better understand the sources of uncertainty in future model projections.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a Ph.D. in atmospheric science/meteorology, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related discipline is required by the appointment start date. A strong background in both atmospheric science/meteorology and mathematics/statistics is preferred. The most qualified applicants will have 1) prior experience working with large gridded atmospheric science datasets (atmospheric reanalyses and/or global climate model output) on Linux or Unix operating systems, 2) prior research experience working with North American regional climate, and<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>3) excellent written and oral communication skills.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>TO APPLY: Apply online for posting number R0012406 at <a href="https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UVAJobs/">https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UVAJobs/</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters. Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin January 1, 2020 and continue until the position is filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed for an additional six months, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>For further information about the position, please contact Dr. Kevin Grise, Assistant Professor, at <a href="mailto:kmg3r@virginia.edu">kmg3r@virginia.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>For questions about the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at <a href="mailto:rkh6j@virginia.edu">rkh6j@virginia.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit <a href="http://postdoc.virginia.edu">http://postdoc.virginia.edu</a> and <a href="http://hr.virginia.edu/benefits">http://hr.virginia.edu/benefits</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>