[ES_JOBS_NET] Air Quality Modeling: Scientist / Analyst @ Nonprofit (Oakland, CA/remote)

[Jaclyn Casale]

*Air Quality Modeling: Analyst / Scientist*

*PSE Healthy Energy*



*ORGANIZATION*

PSE Healthy Energy is a non-profit energy science and policy research
institute dedicated to supplying evidence- based scientific information and
resources on the environmental, public health, social equity, and climate
dimensions of energy production and use. Our work focuses on oil and gas,
power plants, renewable energy, energy storage, and energy transitions.
Much of our positive, dedicated, and high-functioning team is based out of
our headquarters in Oakland, CA with staff also located across the United
States.



PSE’s mission is to bring scientific transparency and clarity to energy
policy discussions, helping to level the playing field between communities,
the media, policymakers, and the private sector by generating, translating,
and disseminating scientific information. No other interdisciplinary
collaboration of physicians, scientists, and engineers exists to focus
specifically on issues of health and sustainability at the intersection of
energy science and policy.



*POSITION*

PSE Healthy Energy is seeking a full-time air quality modeling
analyst/scientist to assist and collaborate with PSE scientists and senior
scientists in evaluations of how energy choices impact outdoor and indoor
air quality and public health. Energy systems of interest include, but are
not limited to upstream, midstream and downstream oil and gas sectors,
electricity transmission and distribution, gas- and coal-fired power
generation, carbon management and the integration of multiple cleaner
energy technologies in energy transitions. Strong candidates will have
demonstrated experience in air modeling and data analysis including the
capability to extract, organize, clean, analyze and interpret datasets from
multiple sources and synthesize existing studies on the environmental,
health and climate dimensions of energy production and use.



The position requires creativity, initiative, independent work and
collaboration while thinking strategically about complex scientific
research and issues related to energy and energy policy, renewable energy,
public health, and the environment. It is not expected that a single
candidate will have expertise across all these areas- we’re seeking
candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have some
interest and capabilities in others.



*ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES*

·       *Air Quality Modeling: *Develop and apply air quality modeling
methods across a wide range of topics and applications and validate and
interpret model results

·       *Data Analysis: *Manage large datasets including data extraction,
organization, cleaning, analysis and interpretation

·       *Other Research: *Background research and writing support for
technical reports and manuscripts



*REQUIRED SKILLS*

In addition to an ability to meet the above responsibilities, the position
will require the applicant to possess most of the following, with some
capabilities in the rest and an enthusiasm for learning:



·       A masters, or doctoral degree or a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years
of demonstrated work experience in engineering, physical or environmental
science, environmental health, computer science, data science, or related
field

·       Demonstrated experience running and interpreting air quality models
(e.g., CMAQ, AERMOD, EPA COBRA)

·       Advanced proficiency in scientific programming languages (e.g., R,
python)

·       Experience compiling and working with, cleaning, managing and
interpreting large datasets and conducting statistical analysis

·       Excellent writing and communications skills

·       Ability to pivot from strong analytical and data-driven thinking to
highly creative and strategic thinking

·       Capable of engaging on multiple projects and prioritizing
effectively

·       Able to productively provide and receive feedback

·       A proven record of being able to work collaboratively and
independently

·       Scientific and moral integrity

·       Attention to detail and a desire to learn

·       A sense of humor



*DESIRED SKILLS*

·       Understanding of atmospheric processes

·       Experience with indoor air quality models

·       Experience using or developing emissions inventories

·       Experience evaluating health risks, hazards, and impacts

·       Experience working in a Linux/Unix computing environment

·       Experience with software best practices and version control

·       Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., Amazon Web
Services)

·       Experience developing web-based data visualizations

·       Experience with mapping software (e.g., ArcGIS)

·       Experience working at the science-policy interface

·       Experience with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, etc.)

·       Familiarity with Slack



*LOCATION*

Oakland, CA. Remote locations will also be considered.



*SALARY*

The anticipated salary range is $55,000-$85,000, though the successful
candidate could be hired above or below this range depending on
qualifications and geographic location. Benefits are competitive and
include health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, 15
days of vacation, paid sick leave and 11+ paid holidays.



*TO APPLY*

Please submit a resume/CV and provide a cover letter *OR* provide responses
to question prompts in application portal online here
<https://pse-healthy-energy.breezy.hr/p/d2aa42b0ef5a-air-quality-modeling-analyst-scientist>
by January 31st, 2022. Applications received by January 10th, 2022 will be
given priority review.

*EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
PSE Healthy Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity
and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status,
sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status
protected under federal, state, or local law.



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