[ES_JOBS_NET] Associate Scientist, NCAR – Research Applications Laboratory (RAL) – National Security Applications Program (NSAP),

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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Associate Scientist II*

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    *PLEASE NOTE: *This is a term, part-time, 1-year position, with
    possibility of extension.  Initial consideration will be given to
    applications received prior to 4:00 p.m. on March 18, 2016, or until
    a sufficient number of applications have been received. Thereafter,
    applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.

    NCAR – Research Applications Laboratory (RAL) – National Security
    Applications Program (NSAP)

    Relocation benefits not provided

    UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa to fill this position.  Must
    be a U.S. person, with ability to work on ITAR material.

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    *BASIC JOB FUNCTION: *

    This part-time position involves working with NCAR/RAL/NSAP
    scientists in a variety of activities related to the modeling of
    transport and dispersion and coupled applications with numerical
    weather prediction and climate downscaling models.

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    *DUTIES INCLUDE:*

      * Develop and write technical documentation for a pre-existing
        source term estimation (STE) system for atmospheric transport
        and dispersion (ATD) of hazardous airborne material.
      * The candidate will be responsible for learning details of the
        model code, including a working understanding of the scientific
        and mathematical basis for the model, and leading the effort in
        writing the technical documentation.
      * Further model development tasks (related to STE and ATD) will
        likely follow on.

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    *REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:*

    *Education and Experience:*

      * B.S. degree in atmospheric science, physical science, or
        engineering science or an equivalent combination of education
        and experience.
      * Two to three years’ experience in atmospheric modeling and
        dispersion modeling.
      * M.S. degree in atmospheric science, physical science, or
        engineering science highly desired but not required.

    *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*

      * Understanding of source term estimation methods and atmospheric
        transport and dispersion models.
      * Demonstrated skill using atmospheric transport and dispersion
        models (i.e., SCIPUFF, HYSPLIT, WRF LES passive tracers).
      * Skill in scientific programming, including FORTRAN, Octave,
        Matlab, and scripting.
      * Demonstrated skill in writing technical documents.
      * Ability to prioritize, organize, and follow through on tasks.

    *Decision Making and Problem Solving:*

      * In close consultation with research team, candidate helps define
        the specific research tasks to be conducted as part of the project.
      * Solves problems that may arise in the course of completing
        research plan.  Works independently to solve these problems.
      * Establishes schedules to meet deadlines as needed by supervisor.
      * Obtains guidance when she/he cannot make a decision or solve a
        problem independently.

    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
    Part-Time
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