[ES_JOBS_NET] NSF-funded postdoc at UCLA on temperature variability and extremes

[Karen McKinnon]

The McKinnon group <https://karenamckinnon.github.io/> at the University of
California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to
investigate the processes controlling daily temperature variability and
extremes over land. The postdoctoral scholar will work closely with both
Professor McKinnon and Dr. Isla Simpson at the National Center for
Atmospheric Research (NCAR) to develop a hierarchy of modeling simulations
to isolate the importance of key land surface and atmospheric pathways in
governing daily temperature variability. Depending on the interests and
skills of the successful applicants, they will also develop statistical,
conceptual, and/or numerical models for the development of temperature
extremes. The project is funded by the National Science Foundation.

The position will be based at UCLA, and include travel (approximately once
per year for a week) to Boulder, Colorado in order to collaborate in-person
with Dr. Simpson. The successful candidate would join an active community
of postdocs at UCLA; see https://www.postdoc.ucla.edu/ for resources and
information.

Responsibilities:

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   Design a hierarchy of numerical modeling simulations within the
   framework of NCAR CESM, and analyze model output
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   Analyze both observational data and fully-coupled climate model output
   to develop theories for the evolution of extreme temperature events
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   Publish results in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals
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   Present results at conferences and seminars


Minimum qualifications:

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   PhD in atmospheric sciences or related field
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   Experience with statistical and/or numerical modeling
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   Excellent written and oral communication skills
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   Proficiency in python (preferred), Matlab, or other data analysis
   software
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   Ability and desire to pursue research both independently and as part of
   a team


Preferred qualifications:

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   Experience with NCAR CESM or other climate models
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   Experience with high-performance computing environments


The initial appointment will be for a 12 month period, with the possibility
of renewal for an additional 12 months subject to satisfactory performance.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.

To apply, please submit a cover letter explaining your interests and
relevant qualifications, a current CV, and contact information for three
references through UCLA Recruit, https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF05278.
Only references for shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications
will be accepted until filled, however to ensure full consideration,
applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Friday, March 6th, 2020.

Questions about the position may be directed to Karen McKinnon (
kmckinnon at ucla.edu).

-- 
Karen McKinnon
Assistant Professor of Statistics and the Environment
University of California, Los Angeles
Mathematical Sciences Building 8967
https://karenamckinnon.github.io/
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