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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Research Scientist I<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">(Numerical Weather Prediction – Ensemble Forecasting)<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">14-105<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">The Boulder branch of the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) at Colorado State University (CSU) seeks to fill a professional scientific
position for its collaborative research as a Cooperative Institute with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Earth System Research Laboratory (ESRL) Global Systems Division (GSD), in Boulder, Colorado (office will be in Boulder).
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Background:</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">The Forecast Applications Branch (FAB) of the ESRL GSD is engaged in cutting-edge research and development aimed at improved data assimilation, numerical modeling,
and ensemble forecasting methods for the prediction of high impact weather events on fine time and spatial scales. FAB seeks a candidate with extensive experience in Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) techniques, a strong background in ensemble forecasting
and possibly data assimilation, and a desire to become a member of a dynamic research team. The newly developed methods, if successful, will be used in various applications including heavy precipitation, tropical cyclone, aviation, and severe weather forecasting.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Responsibilities:</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">The individual in this position will contribute to achieving GSD’s research and development objectives in a number of ways, including:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt">Leading ensemble forecasting related research to operations transition activities for the Developmental Testbed Center (DTC)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt">Leading research, development, and day-to-day ensemble forecast activities under the Hydrometeorological Testbed (HMT)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt">Carrying out Observing System Simulation Experiments (OSSE) to assess the impact of various observing systems on NWP forecasting<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">The individual in this position may also contribute in other areas, such as:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt">Research and development aimed at improved methods for statistical post-processing of ensemble forecasts using advanced techniques (e.g., bias correction and downscaling using Bayesian algorithms)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt">Contribution to the assessment of analysis, forecast, and observational errors, including forecast error covariances as estimated from a set of ensemble forecasts<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt">Contribution to the development of advanced ensemble and data assimilation techniques, with an emphasis on building a unified (“hybrid”) data assimilation / ensemble system.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-autospace:none">
<span style="font-size:10.5pt"> Support other NWP-related projects as needed<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Required Qualifications:</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Ph.D. degree in Meteorology, Applied Mathematics, or related fields by start date<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Extensive experience and specialization in ensemble forecasting, and experience in numerical modeling or data assimilation methods
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Knowledge of and experience with probability and statistics<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Knowledge of and experience with programming languages, Fortran-90 preferred, and scripting languages<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Demonstrated ability to work as part of a development team<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Good verbal and written communication skills</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"MS Mincho"">
</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-autospace:none">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.5pt">1-3 years’ experience working in NWP and experience with Linux/Unix operating systems, display tools, and MPI preferred<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Background Check:
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final
candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;color:#161D07">Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity
and inclusion.</span><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Application Deadline:
</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Review of applications will begin on April 21, 2014 and may continue until the position is filled.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;mso-line-height-alt:10.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt">Apply electronically</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt"> by sending a resume, cover letter, and the names of three references to the attention
of Human Resources Manager at the following email address: </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt"><a href="mailto:cira_hr@mail.colostate.edu"><span style="color:windowtext">cira_hr@mail.colostate.edu</span></a>. Please put your last name and 14-105 in the subject
line of the e-mail. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:8.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:7.0pt">Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information,
sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations,
and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.</span><span style="font-size:7.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">THANK YOU!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Jennifer Raab<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">CIRA - Boulder Research Coordinator<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">NOAA, R/GSD<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">325 Broadway<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Boulder, CO 80305<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">303-497-6059<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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