[Grad-postdoc-assn] NCAR/RAL Post-Doc Opportunity

Paula Fisher paulad at ucar.edu
Fri Feb 24 10:07:32 MST 2017


We have a new post-doc opportunity within NCAR/RAL/HAP (
https://ncar.github.io/hydrology/) related to ensemble hydrologic modeling
of extreme events and streamflow forecasting in general (see link or
below).

https://ucar.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app
.jobinfo&jobid=218100&company_id=15947&version=1&source=ONLI
NE&jobOwner=992748&aid=1

*Postdoc Researcher - Hydrological Modeling*

This is a full-time, 2-year term position with possibility of an
extension.  Initial consideration will be given to applications received
prior to March 2nd 2017. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an
as-needed basis.

NCAR – Research Applications Laboratory (RAL) – Hydrometeorology
Applications Program (HAP)

No relocation package is offered for this position.

UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a work visa to fill this position.

*Where You Will Work*

Located in Boulder, Colorado, the National Center for Atmospheric Research
(NCAR) is one of the world’s premier scientific institutions, with an
internationally recognized staff and research program dedicated to
advancing knowledge, providing community-based resources, and building
human capacity in the atmospheric and related sciences.

*What You Will Do*

NCAR is searching for a Postdoctoral Researcher whom will conduct research
on the application of hydrologic models spanning a range of complexity
within two contexts: (1) medium-range ensemble streamflow prediction; and
(2) characterization of uncertainties and sensitivities in flood frequency
estimation.  The overarching goal of the position is to investigate the
sensitivity and performance of a range of ensemble-based approaches for
quantifying and predicting hydrologic extremes.  The research will involve
hydrologic model implementation (e.g., the Structure for Unifying Multiple
Modeling Alternatives, SUMMA; http://www.ral.ucar.edu/projects/summa/, as
well as other simpler modeling frameworks) and diagnostic hydrologic model
evaluation across a large number of watersheds in the western US.

   - Implement a large-ensemble approach across hydrologic model
   structures, parameters, and initial conditions to more comprehensively
   understand flood frequency uncertainties and sensitivities across
   watersheds.
   - Implement and assess a range of medium-range hydrologic prediction
   strategies employing ensemble meteorological inputs and forecasts and
   watershed models of varying complexity.
   - Participate in research development with internal and external
   collaborators across disciplines, including contribution to research
   funding proposals.
   - Communicate research results through publication in peer-reviewed
   journals, meeting proceedings, and presentations at scientific meetings.

* What You Need*

   - PhD degree in hydrologic sciences or closely related discipline.
   - Experience in physically-oriented hydrologic modeling on UNIX-based
   platforms.
   - Demonstrated record of research and publication.
   - In-depth knowledge of process-based hydrologic modeling.
   - Skill in developing and implementing statistical and simulation
   techniques (e.g., meteorological forcing, hydrologic model parameter
   estimation,parameter sensitivity analyses, etc).
   - Ability to conduct graphical and statistical analyses and
   post-processing of model output.
   - Ability to establish and maintain a nationally recognized publication
   record.
   - Ability to participate in and interact productively with hydrologic
   analysis and prediction groups, statisticians and hydrometeorological
   scientistsat NCAR and among the hydrometeorological forecasting community.
   - Strong skills in written and oral communication of research results,
   including in an interdisciplinary context.
   - Technical/computational skills:
      - Strong competence with data, program and file management in UNIX
      - Strong competence in FORTRAN
      - Demonstrated skill in working with large and heterogeneous datasets
      - Demonstrated skill in managing large computationally intensive
      model simulations
      - Competence with scripting languages such as Python and UNIX shell
      - Competence with analysis and scripting in R, Matlab, or similar
      analysis language
      - Familiarity with GIS or GIS-equivalent (e.g., gdal)
      - Familiarity with code sharing environments such as Github
      - Familiarity with super-computing environments (e.g., computing
      clusters)

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.
Job Location Boulder, Colorado, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Appointment Type
Term Full-Time (T1)


-- 
Andrew Newman, Ph.D.
National Center for Atmospheric Research
Research Applications Laboratory/Hydrometeorology Applications Program
P.O. Box 3000, Boulder, CO 80307-3000
http://staff.ucar.edu/users/anewman
ph: 303-497-8456 <(303)%20497-8456>, email: anewman at ucar.edu
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