[ES_JOBS_NET] Scientist I/II, NCAR – Atmospheric Chemistry Observations & Modeling, Boulder, CO
Christine Wiedinmyer
christin at ucar.edu
Sun Mar 13 11:19:07 MDT 2016
http://tinyurl.com/j9aoa8t
Scientist I/II
Tracking Code
16316
Job Description
*Scientist I/II*
**
*PLEASE NOTE: *This is a full-time, 5-year term position.
NCAR – Atmospheric Chemistry Observations & Modeling (ACOM)
Partial relocation costs paid per UCAR’s relocation policy
UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a work visa to fill this position
ACOM’s research focuses on advancing understanding and predictive
capability for atmospheric composition and related processes.
Research is organized around two major themes – Air Quality
Prediction and Weather-Chemistry-Climate Interactions – and includes
for example, a focus on issues related to the interaction of
anthropogenic and biogenic chemical emissions, the effects of
wildfires on air quality, and the impacts of upper troposphere/lower
stratosphere (UT/LS) and middle atmosphere composition on climate.
The synthesis of observations with atmospheric chemistry models is
central to progress, with a focus on understanding and modeling
fundamental processes. ACOM scientists work closely with the wider
research community, providing intellectual leadership and facility
support for measurement capabilities, laboratory and field
experiments and community atmospheric chemistry models.
**
*BASIC JOB FUNCTION: *
The incumbent will engage in original research that is aligned with
and supports the strategic vision for ACOM and NCAR as described in
the current ACOM and NCAR Strategic Plans. Through research,
community service, leadership, and education and outreach
activities, the incumbent will help foster a culture of scientific
excellence within ACOM and NCAR and help support the scientific
community (particularly the university community). She/he will
pursue original research and seek out opportunities to participate
in research projects of a scale commensurate with that expected of a
national center and address issues of national and international
importance.
For Scientist I: Research will be carried out under the guidance of
higher-level scientist(s). Incumbent will contribute specific skills
and knowledge to a research project.
For Scientist II: Research is conducted at a more independent level,
and may involve leadership in the development and coordination of
multi-participant research programs, development of instruments and
participation in the use of these instruments for scientific
research, and collaboration with scientific users of UCAR facilities.
Specific areas of research can include any or all of the following
(or related) areas:
* Determination of mechanisms for atmospheric oxidation of organic
species, through a combination of laboratory (chamber) and field
(ground- or aircraft-based) research.
* Development and deployment of atmospheric chemistry
instrumentation for use in ground- or aircraft-based atmospheric
field campaigns.
* Evaluation and/or development of oxidation schemes for VOCs used
in process-level and/or regional or global atmospheric chemistry
and transport models.
* Studies of secondary organic aerosol formation and growth
mechanisms, through laboratory or field observations of OVOCs
and related processes.
**
*DUTIES INCLUDE:*
* Identifies important questions related to oxidation of organic
species in the atmosphere, and/or secondary organic aerosol
formation, growth and loss. Develops and conducts field and
laboratory investigations to address these questions. Develops
novel instruments for deployment on collaborative field
campaigns (aircraft- or ground-based). Conducts collaborative
research to develop and/or evaluate oxidation schemes used in
atmospheric chemistry models. Publishes / presents results and
implications at national and international scientific meetings
and in refereed journals.
* Coordinates and develops collaborative activities involving
university and NCAR scientists. Engages in ACOM laboratory
meetings and related activities and is constructively engaged in
the professional life of the laboratory with the goal of
providing input to ACOM/NCAR planning for future research
priorities and strategies. May supervise junior staff, advise
and mentor post-doctoral fellows. Provides leadership within
NCAR and ACOM, and provides advice on the NCAR and ACOM research
program.
* Submit proposals for funding from other agencies to participate
in scientific activities where that activity will contribute to
the more complete or prompt achievement of ACOM and NCAR
organizational goals.
* Contributes to scientific programs by serving on NCAR, national
and international committees. Works with colleagues in NCAR, the
university community and other agencies to seek opportunities to
develop new activities that enhance the mission(s) of our
primary sponsors and university stakeholders. Reviews
manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals and proposals
submitted to funding agencies as appropriate.
* Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the NCAR Education and
Outreach mission, both through individual efforts and through
larger organized efforts.
**
*REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:*
*Education and Experience:*
* Education: PhD (Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Physics, or
related).
* Experience:
o For Scientist I: PhD, at early stage of scientific career,
with demonstrated record of publication.
o For Scientist II: 3-7 years’ experience beyond PhD, with a
demonstrated record of publications.
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*
* Scientist I -
o A demonstrated commitment to, and strong record in, carrying
out and publishing original research in atmospheric chemistry.
o Excellent knowledge of tropospheric chemistry, particularly
related to the chemistry of organic compounds.
o Experience and demonstrated skill in the deployment of field
instruments, as part of collaborative field campaigns.
o Experience and demonstrated skill in the design and conduct
of laboratory-based atmospheric chemistry experiments.
o Knowledge of in situ observational instrumentation, and
ability to develop measurement techniques and instruments.
o Skill in interpretation of data obtained in experiments, and
in written and oral communication of research results.
o Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
o Experience and ability in the writing of scientific
publications and research proposals.
o Ability to present research results effectively as evidenced
by oral presentations and invited talks within NCAR, at
national and international meetings, and at research
institutions.
o Demonstrated knowledge of mathematical methods for data
analysis.
o Demonstrated working skill in essential programming tools
for instrument development and data analysis (e.g., Labview,
AutoSketch, IGOR).
* Scientist II – more advanced knowledge, skills and abilities. In
addition to the above,
o Ability to participate, lead and interact productively
within a multidisciplinary research team.
o Ability to supervise and/or mentor junior and support staff,
postdoctoral fellows and graduate students.
o Advanced knowledge of in situ observational instrumentation,
ability to develop measurement techniques and instruments,
and ability to contribute to the design of complex
collaborative research initiatives.
o Skill in representing the division at institutional
functions or meetings, and advocating for ACOM science.
*Decision Making:*
* Scientist I -
o Identifies sound scientific questions and designs
experiments to address them.
o Applies scientific judgment to the evaluation of instrument
performance and the interpretation of field and laboratory
measurements.
o Contributes to the development of new instrumentation or new
research endeavors.
* Scientist II – More independence in decision making.
o Identifies sound scientific questions. Designs
experiments, and contributes to the design of broader
research programs (e.g., field projects) to address them.
o Applies scientific judgment to the evaluation of instrument
performance and the interpretation of field and laboratory
measurements.
o Allocates resources to specific research projects.
o Contributes leadership to the development of new
instrumentation or new research endeavors.
*Problem Solving:*
* Scientist I -
o Analyzes and assesses scientific results, and draws conclusions.
o Identifies and solves problems related to deployment of
instrumentation on field programs, or related to laboratory
experiments.
* Scientist II – More complex problem solving.
o In addition to the above, contributes to data interpretation
and problem solving in a collaborative, multidisciplinary
research setting.
**
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, , United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
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