[ES_JOBS_NET] Tropical Cyclone Product Developer and Facilitator, Colorado State University

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/62543

Tropical Cyclone Product Developer and Facilitator

Working Title

18-136: Tropical Cyclone Product Developer and Facilitator

Research Professional Position

Yes

Posting Number

201801053AP

Position Type

Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

40

Proposed Annual Salary Range

Commensurate with qualifications; typical hiring salary in the range of $40,000 to $65,000/year

Desired Start Date

12/15/2018

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Posting Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on

12/09/2018

Description of Work Unit


The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) at Colorado State University (CSU) is a multi-million dollar research organization located on CSU's Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado. CIRA is a cooperative institute (CI) that is also a research department within CSU's College of Engineering, in partnership with the Department of Atmospheric Science. Its vision is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the atmospheric sciences by entraining skills beyond the meteorological disciplines, exploiting advances in engineering and computer science, facilitating transitional activity between pure and applied research, leveraging both national and international resources and partnerships, and assisting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), CSU, the State of Colorado, and the Nation through the application of our research to areas of societal benefit. Expanding on this Vision, our Mission is to serve as a nexus for multi-disciplinary cooperation among CI and NOAA research scientists, University faculty, staff and students in the context of NOAA-specified research theme areas in satellite applications for weather/climate forecasting. Important bridging elements of the CI include the communication of research findings to the international scientific community, transition of applications and capabilities to NOAA operational users, education and training programs for operational user proficiency, outreach programs to K-12 education and the general public for environmental literacy, and understanding and quantifying the societal impacts of NOAA research.

Position Summary


The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) and Colorado State University (CSU) seek to hire a Tropical Cyclone Product Developer and Facilitator, to be located in Fort Collins, CO. Position title of Research Associate I will apply to the finalist who possesses a Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, computer science, or closely related field and 1 year of experience working with geophysical data analysis; otherwise the title of Research Associate II will apply to the finalist with a Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, computer science, or closely related field and 3 or more years of experience working with geophysical data analysis.

The individual in this position will report to the Tropical Cyclone Specialist/Project PI and work with an interdisciplinary team of atmospheric researchers and hurricane forecasters to develop and implement tropical cyclone products for the National Hurricane Center (NHC). He/She will coordinate with researchers and stakeholders to facilitate the transition of research to operations in the Joint Hurricane Testbed (JHT) and the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite - R Series (GOES-R) Proving Ground. The individual in this position must have a combination of strong communication and project management skills, the ability to program and implement products on operational computing systems, and the understanding of the underlying science to evaluate the implemented tropical cyclone products.

The individual in this position will read, analyze, and plot atmospheric and oceanic datasets, and evaluate products based off those datasets and theoretical understanding of tropical cyclones, and so must have at least a BA/BS in atmospheric science, computer science or a related field, and related experience. Products at NHC are run in an automated operational environment, so the individual in this position must also have experience in the use of Fortran, shell scripting, and/or Python and should possess experience in writing automation software. Experience working on NOAA operational computing systems is preferred. The individual in this position will need to work closely with university, federal, and private sector researchers/developers and NHC staff, and will travel to NHC (www.nhc.noaa.gov) in Miami, FL on a regular basis. The individual in this positon must have ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI, federal background check) in order to access federal computer systems.

Required Job Qualifications


Research Associate I
* Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, computer science, or closely related field plus 1 year of experience working with geophysical data analysis;
Research Associate II
* Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, computer science, or closely related field plus 3 or more years of experience working with geophysical data analysis;

* ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI, federal background check);
* strong technical computing skills;
* strong verbal and written communication skills;
* strong project management skills and adaptability;
* experience working independently;
* experience working in a collaborative team environment;
* experience with programming and scripting languages, particularly Fortran, shell, and/or Python;
* must be legally eligible to work in the United States by proposed start date; CIRA will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications


* Master's degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, computer science, or closely related field;
* previous experience with tropical cyclone research;
* experience with Linux or Unix operating systems;
* experience writing automation software;
* experience with AWIPS2/N-AWIPS workstations;
* experience with netCDF/HDF, GRIB, and BUFR file processing;
* experience working on NOAA operational computing systems and with NOAA protocols;
* experience using geostationary and polar-orbiting satellite data.

Diversity Statement


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

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Joint Hurricane Testbed Facilitator

Duty/Responsibility


* work with NHC to improve and maintain operational datasets and software in support of JHT projects;
* work closely with developer groups to integrate JHT projects into operations;
* develop product evaluation suites;
* assess synergies between JHT projects and examine potential long-term product creation and improvement;
* conduct regular meetings with developers and stakeholders;
* travel to NHC for product implementation testing, evaluation, and meetings.

Percentage Of Time

50


Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

GOES-R Proving Ground

Duty/Responsibility


* work closely with developer groups to implement GOES-R Proving Ground projects and integrate into operations at NHC;
* collect stakeholder feedback on GOES-R products;
* conduct regular meetings with developers and stakeholders;
* travel for product implementation testing, evaluation, and meetings.

Percentage Of Time

30


Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Scientific Computing Support

Duty/Responsibility


* work with CIRA researchers to develop and implement scientific software to meet various project goals;
* work with CIRA researchers to streamline transition of research to operations.

Percentage Of Time

20


Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants


Position title of Research Associate I will apply to the finalist who possesses 1-2 years of experience working with geophysical data analysis; otherwise the title of Research Associate II will apply to the finalist with 3 or more years of experience working with geophysical data analysis.

In your cover letter, please specifically address the required and preferred qualifications of this position. A cover letter that fails to address the required and preferred qualifications of this position may not be further considered after review by the search committee.

References may be contacted immediately and without further notification to the candidate.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contact

linn.barrett at colostate.edu

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 and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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<http://oeo.colostate.edu/> is located in 101 Student Services.


The Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director of the Office of Support and Safety Assessment, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523 -2026, (970) 491-7407.


The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Associate Vice President for Human Capital, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.

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, CSU conducts 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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