[ES_JOBS_NET] Advanced Study Program Postdoctoral Fellowship, NCAR

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://ucar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UCAR_Careers/job/Mesa-Lab-Building/Advanced-Study-Program-Postdoctoral-Fellowship_REQ-2020-241-1


*        Application Deadline: This position will be posted until Monday December 21, 2020.

Position Term: This is a 2 year term position.

Relocation: Relocation will be offered to non-local candidates.

Work Authorization: UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H1-B, etc.) for this position.

Where You Will Work:

Located in Boulder, Colorado, the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is one of the world's premier scientific institutions, with an internationally recognized staff and research program dedicated to advancing knowledge, providing community-based resources, and building human capacity in the atmospheric and related sciences.  NCAR is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and managed by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR).

Unlike other NCAR programs or divisions, the Advanced Study Program (ASP) does not have primary responsibility for any special area of NCAR science. Instead, the ASP mission, broadly defined, is to help NCAR (and the scientific communities it serves) prepare for the future. We work in support of other NCAR units, with these objectives:

*        Stimulating the intellect of the research community

*        Fostering the professional development of early career scientists

*        Promoting advanced scientific educational opportunities at NCAR

*        Focusing attention on emerging areas of science

*        Facilitating interactions between NCAR, universities, and the broader community

What You Will Do:

Conducts original research in areas broadly related to atmospheric science or other research areas at NCAR and documents that research in publications. Seeks to broaden their understanding of atmospheric science and other research areas at NCAR by collaborating with scientists and other postdoctoral researchers at NCAR. Contributes to the ASP community through service and outreach.

Responsibilities of this position include:

*        Conducts independent or collaborative research leading to results worthy of publication in scientific journals.

*        Learns about aspects of NCAR science outside the past experience of the fellow by interacting and collaborating with other postdoctoral fellows and with the NCAR scientific staff.

*        Documents the results of the research, preferably in journal publications, and publicizes those results in seminars and conference presentations.

*        May participate in writing of grant proposals, and the review of scientific papers and proposals.

*        Participates in seminars, research reports, and other organized scientific discussions by ASP and NCAR.

*        Participates in and contributes to activities that advance the professional growth of the fellows. These activities may include professional development workshops, contributing to NCAR/UCAR educational programs, serving on ASP and NCAR committees, attending workshops.

*        May serve as a peer mentor to other postdocs or mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

*        Seeks advice on the feasibility of this plan from the NCAR scientific staff, but assumes primary responsibility for selecting and planning the project.

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience:

*        Applicant must have a Ph.D. or Sc. D. degree granted in an area related to NCAR, or must be able to complete such a degree and finish all thesis revisions and defense before starting the NCAR appointment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

*        Demonstrate a broad base of established and evolving knowledge within the Earth system sciences and detailed knowledge of the specific research area.

*        Ability to design sound research protocols, safely perform the techniques necessary to conduct and analyze this research, and navigate the scientific publishing processes.

*        Effective oral and written communication skills.

*        Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.

Applicant Notes:

*        Please note that while the position description details both minimum requirements as well as desired skills and experience, we want to remind applicants that you do not need to have all the desired skills and experience to be considered for this role. If you have the passion for the work along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest.

*        By applying to this position you may also be considered for other postdoctoral fellowship positions within NCAR.

*        A pre-employment screening is conducted in conjunction with an offer for employment. This screening may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: restricted parties screening, employment verification, performance records of internal candidates, education verification, reference checks, verification of professional licenses, certifications, and Motor Vehicle Records.  UCAR complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

How to apply:
The application is a two-step process.

Step 1: Register as an applicant in the HR System. https://ucar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UCAR_Careers

Step 2: Complete the process below in the ASP Application System here, https://asppostdoc.ucar.edu/register.php

WARNING:

YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE BOTH STEPS.

Your application consists of these components:

1. Research Statement

Your statement of research should clearly articulate what you propose to research at NCAR and why you would benefit from doing this work at NCAr and with guidance from NCAR staff. Your proposed research should further and complement the research being conducted at NCAR. For more information about NCAR's research and our new Strategic Plan, please go to https://ncar.ucar.edu/who-we-are/strategic-plan

The research statement can not be more than three pages (12 pt font, single spaced, including figures and references.)

2. Broader impacts statement

Please describe the broader impacts of your research. Broader impacts may be accomplished through your research itself, through the activities that are directly related to your research, or through activities that are complementary to your proposal. The National Science Foundation and NCAR value the advancement of scientific knowledge and activities that contribute to the achievement of societally relevant outcomes. For guidance on broader impacts, see: (http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/gpg/broaderimpacts.pdf), (max. 1/2 page, 12 pt font, single spaced)

3. Inclusion statement

NCAR and the ASP embraces a work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and equitable. Our employees come from diverse backgrounds, and we strive to create the kind of inclusive, supportive, and welcoming workplace that will attract and retain an even greater diversity of individuals in the future. As part of this commitment, we require an "Inclusion Response Statement" from applicants that addresses the role of inclusion, diversity, and equity in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. The written statement will include a discussion of an applicant's past leadership in this area and plans for future contributions to support diversity, equity, and inclusion.  For more information please download this PDF<https://asp.ucar.edu/sites/default/files/Inclusion%20Response%20Guidelines.pdf>. (Note that while you can write up to a page, the ASP application only requires 1/2 page, 12 pt font, single spaced)

4. Curriculum Vita

5. Transcripts

We only need your graduate transcripts, and they can be unofficial. If you attended a US institution and your transcript contains your social security number, please be sure to block out that number before scanning. If you attended graduate school at an institution that does not have transcripts, please provide a list of your graduate coursework and any grades/marks received.

Components 1-5 must be uploaded in PDF format as a single file.

6. Select a preferred NCAR unit

In order to help us properly route your applications materials for review, you will be required to identify at least one lab at NCAR that is relevant to your research. You may select a second lab if your interests span multiple programs. Please provide some reasoning for your choice. To see an overview of the organization, along with links to specific programs, please click here.

7. Letters of Reference

As part of the application process, we ask for three letters of recommendation from your references. The ASP Application system will automatically send an email requesting a letter of reference to the email address that you enter into the system for a reference, the email is sent immediately after you click 'submit reference'. You will receive notice from the system when each of your references have successfully uploaded a letter on your behalf. It is important that you enter the contact information for your references as soon as possible so that they will have time to write and upload the letter before the deadline! (Deadline for reference letters is 3 January 2021) If your reference has not received the automated email please have them send the letter via email to asp-apply at ucar.edu<mailto:asp-apply at ucar.edu>

If you have any questions please contact the Advanced Study Program at asp-apply at ucar.edu<mailto:asp-apply at ucar.edu>

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.

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