[ES_JOBS_NET] Post Doctorate RA - Analysis of measurements of SOA formed in particles and clouds, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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Job ID: 310646

Directorate: Earth & Biological Sciences

Division: Atmospheric Sciences & Global Change

Group: Earth System Modeling

Job Description

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a highly motivated
postdoctoral research associate with a strong background in atmospheric
chemistry of organic aerosols who will develop and apply innovative
techniques for measurement and analysis of aerosols. The candidate will also
work on analysis of data collected during recent field campaigns conducted
by the Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) facility, and other
complementary laboratory and field measurements.

Aqueous and cloud chemistry of organic aerosols is one of the least
understood aspects of aerosol-cloud interactions. Our project focuses on
analyzing aqueous and cloud chemistry data from several laboratory and field
measurements. The objective is to elucidate new processes based on these
measurements, and build cutting-edge integrative-predictive models, which
will be used to understand the role of aqueous and cloud chemistry in
aerosol-cloud interactions.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated prior knowledge in measurement,
troubleshooting and analysis of aerosol chemical composition and size
distribution measurements, mainly collected from Aerosol Mass Spectrometer
(AMS). The candidate would be expected to make new measurements of SOA using
AMS in the laboratory and also analyze measurements to understand aqueous
aerosol chemistry processes observed in the laboratory and field. Working in
a highly collaborative environment, the candidate will develop their own
hypotheses of aqueous and cloud chemistry processes, and execute a research
plan that addresses those hypotheses. The position will provide many
opportunities to learn other aerosol measurement techniques including the
single particle laser ablation mass spectrometer (SPLAT), and also
atmospheric modelers at PNNL, and other national laboratories and
Universities.

This is a full-time position anticipated to last for two years (contingent
on performance), starting as soon as possible.

Please provide a single PDF file containing (1) a cover letter of 1-2 pages
summarizing research interests, qualifications and experience that fit the
advertised position and possible start date at PNNL if selected (2) a CV
listing past employment, education and research experiences, skills,
publications and contact information of three references.

Further details about the position can be obtained from Dr. ManishKumar
Shrivastava (ManishKumar.Shrivastava at pnnl.gov).

Preferred Qualifications

*        A strong background in secondary organic aerosols

*        Familiarity with Aerosol Mass Spectrometer data and other aerosol
measurements

*        Familiarity with computer languages (FORTRAN, Python, etc.), data
analysis tools and techniques (such as IGOR, R, NCL, Matlab, IDL, etc.)

*        Ability to analyze a wide range of chemical and aerosol
measurements

*        Track record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals

*        Strong communication skills

Candidates must have received a PhD in atmospheric science or a related
field.¿

Equal Employment Opportunity

Battelle Memorial Institute (BMI) at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
(PNNL) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and supports
diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
genetic information. All BMI staff must be able to demonstrate the legal
right to work in the United States. BMI is an E-Verify employer. Learn more
at jobs.pnnl.gov.

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees
and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent
recruitment programs. If you are offered a position at PNNL and are
currently a participant in a foreign government talent recruitment program
you will be required to disclose this information before your first day of
employment.

Directorate: Earth & Biological Sciences

Job Category: Post-Graduates and Post-Docs

Group: Earth System Modeling

Opening Date: 2020-03-11

Closing Date: 2020-04-10

 

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