[ES_JOBS_NET] Visiting Scientist/Schola, Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA), CIRA/Colorado State University

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/14786

Working Title 	Visiting Scientist/Schola
Posting Number 	201500155AP
Position Type 	Admin Professional/Research Professional
Number of Vacancies 	
Work Hours/Week 	40
Proposed Annual Salary Range 	50,000-100,000
Desired Start Date 	
Position End Date (if temporary) 	
Open Posting Date 	
Open Until Filled 	No
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm 
(MT) on 	05/29/2015
Description of Work Unit 	
Position Summary 	

In coordination with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 
(NOAA), the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) 
at Colorado State University (CSU) is accepting applications to a 
Visiting Scientist Program (VSP) to support the activities of the Joint 
Center for Satellite Data Assimilation (JCSDA). TheVSPseeks to stimulate 
collaboration and idea exchange between science partners for the purpose 
of advancing/accelerating the use of satellite observations in weather, 
climate and environmental analysis and prediction. A wide range of 
research topics fall under the umbrella of thisVSP, and applicants are 
encouraged to propose ideas that resonate with the understood challenges 
and current research fronts of satellite data assimilation. These topics 
include but are not limited to:
• Radiance assimilation techniques within operational systems and 
reanalysis, including all-sky (cloudy/precipitating) observations and 
over all surface types.
• Satellite data assimilation from passive and active, microwave, 
infrared and visible sensors (such asSNPP/ATMS, CrIS,VIIRS,OMPS, 
scatterometers,GCOM-WAMSR-2,GPM,SMAP, Himawari, etc
• Satellite data assimilation from both polar and geostationary sensors 
with applications in both global and regional models
• Readiness for the assimilation of future sensors such 
asGOES-R,JPSS,COSMIC-2,RAPIDSCAT, etc.
• Improvements to the accuracy, efficiency, scalability and error 
characterization of radiative transfer models.
• Improved surface radiation schemes, including high-resolution 
representation of surface emissivity and bidirectional reflectance 
distribution.
• Microwave and infrared imager data quality control, pre-processing, 
and observational error characterization.
• Assimilation of new data (not currently assimilated) with a potential 
to improve analysis accuracy and forecast skills.
• Satellite data sampling and thinning techniques, observational 
operator improvements
• Design of Observing System Experiments and Observing System Simulation 
Experiments for current/future sensor impact studies.

Selected candidate(s) will interact closely with a team of scientists at 
theNOAACenter for Weather and Climate Prediction in College Park, MD to 
advance satellite data assimilation techniques.

Eligibility:
Appointments will be made to Ph.D.-level scholars and university faculty 
planning sabbatical leave. Applications will be reviewed on a 
case-by-case basis and preference will be given to candidates who have 
established a general plan in coordination with a host scientist working 
on satellite data assimilation issues. This program is open to 
scientists from all countries, and appointments can begin at any time 
during the year.NOTE: Visiting Scientists are expected to be individuals 
who are filling a temporary slot (visiting) while on sabbatical from 
their permanent institution. Hence, there will be no benefits provided 
byCSU.

Required Job Qualifications 	

Eligibility:
Appointments will be made to Ph.D.-level scholars and university faculty 
planning sabbatical leave. Applications will be reviewed on a 
case-by-case basis and preference will be given to candidates who have 
established a general plan in coordination with a host scientist working 
on satellite data assimilation issues. This program is open to 
scientists from all countries, and appointments can begin at any time 
during the year.NOTE: Visiting Scientists are expected to be individuals 
who are filling a temporary slot (visiting) while on sabbatical from 
their permanent institution. Hence, there will be no benefits provided 
byCSU.

Preferred Job Qualifications 	
Diversity Statement 	

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are 
expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to 
diversity and inclusion

Quick Link For Posting 	http://jobs.colostate.edu:80/postings/14742 
<http://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/14742>


      Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category 	Independent Research
Duty/Responsibility 	

Stimulate collaboration and idea exchange between science partners for 
the purpose of advancing/accelerating the use of satellite observations 
in weather, climate and environmental analysis and prediction.

Percentage Of Time 	50%

Job Duty Category 	Team Research
Duty/Responsibility 	

Interact closely with a team of scientists at theNOAACenter for Weather 
and Climate Prediction in College Park, MD to advance satellite data 
assimilation techniques.

Percentage Of Time 	50%


      Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants 	
Conditions of Employment 	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check 
(required for new hires)
Search Contact 	Linn Barrett
EEO Statement 	

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that 
is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, 
color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, 
veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity 
or expression, or pregnancy. 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.

Background Check Policy Statement 	

Colorado State University (CSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, 
and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. 
To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and 
regulations,CSUconducts background checks. The type of background check 
conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, 
criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor 
vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. 
Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and 
when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent 
to do so.


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