[ES_JOBS_NET] Scientist III/IV (ACOM)

[Al Zioba]

Application Deadline: This position will be posted until November 30, 2021.
Relocation Assistance: Relocation costs and startup funds may be
negotiated.
Work Authorization: UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a visa to fill this position.

Salary:
Research Scientist
Hiring Range $112,563 - $140,703
Full Salary Range $112,563 - $182,915

Sr. Research Scientist
Hiring Range $139,838 - $174,797
Full Salary Range $139,838 - $227,236

Benefits: UCAR affirms its continuing commitment to developing, providing,
and administering its employee benefit programs with due consideration for
equal employment opportunity and diversity guidelines. UCAR's rich package
of employee benefits includes medical, dental, vision, education
assistance, retirement, and life insurance.
UCAR offers a variety of programs designed to assist with work-life balance
including flexible work alternatives, paid time off and 14 weeks of paid
parental leave.

Vaccine Requirements: As required by Executive Order 14042, all Federal
Contractor employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
regardless of the employee’s duty location or work arrangement (e.g.,
telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by
law. Effective immediately, UCAR requires all new employees to be fully
vaccinated prior to entering on duty, subject to such exceptions as
required by law.

If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and
submit documentation of proof of vaccination by December 8, 2021 or before
appointment or onboarding with UCAR, if after December 8, 2021. UCAR will
provide additional information regarding what information or documentation
will be needed and how you can request of UCAR a legally required exception
from this requirement.

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).

ACOM’s research focuses on advancing understanding and predictive
capability for atmospheric composition and related processes. Research is
organized around two major themes – Air Quality Prediction and
Weather-Chemistry-Climate Interactions. ACOM scientists work closely with
the wider research community, providing intellectual leadership and
facility support for measurement capabilities, laboratory and field
experiments and community atmospheric chemistry models.

What You Will Do:

The chosen scientist will be an established leader in the community and
will engage in atmospheric chemistry observational research that is aligned
with and supports the strategic vision for NCAR and ACOM as described in
the current NCAR and ACOM Strategic Plans. Through independent and
collaborative research, leadership, community service, education and
outreach activities, and long-term strategic and scientific planning, the
incumbent will help foster a culture of scientific excellence within ACOM
and NCAR and support the scientific community (particularly the university
community). The chosen scientist will pursue original research and seek out
opportunities to develop and participate in research projects on a scale
commensurate with that expected of a national center and address issues of
national and international importance. Research will be focused on two main
ACOM themes – air pollution processes and chemistry-climate interactions.
The incumbent will be a recognized expert in atmospheric chemistry and
should demonstrate a high level of expertise both in measurements and the
interpretation of observational data.

The incumbent will be a leader in the ACOM observational enterprise and
play a major role in defining ACOM experimental research objectives and
priorities. Together with the community and NCAR partners the chosen
scientist will have the expertise to define, lead, and participate in the
development and organization of community field campaigns, aimed at
understanding atmospheric chemical/physical processes and atmospheric
composition and contribute to directing future instrument developments. The
chosen scientist will show the capability to connect the observational
research with the broader NCAR and community research including
laboratory/chamber investigations and process and atmospheric chemistry
modeling.

This is a Ladder Track appointment which is equivalent to a professorship
in a university. The appointment will be made at the Scientist III or
Senior Scientist level as appropriate following NCAR appointment criteria
according to experience, demonstrated expertise in managing and leading
projects, record of scientific accomplishments and national and
international reputation.

Responsibilities:

Provides leadership in defining the overall scientific direction of ACOM
research. Identifies important questions in atmospheric chemistry and
composition, particularly those related to the processes involved in gas
phase oxidation processes in the atmosphere, and/or in secondary organic
aerosol formation, growth and loss, and the resultant impact on air quality
and human health and Earth’s radiative budget. Leads and participates in
community field investigations to address these questions. Works with ACOM
staff to identify and address gaps in our observational suite of
instrumentation and to pursue the acquisition and development of new
instruments, or cultivate partnerships with universities needed to fill the
gaps. Shares analytical knowledge with, and serves as a resource to, the
greater atmospheric chemistry community. Works closely with modeling groups
to identify observational gaps that are precluding advancements in
atmospheric chemistry modeling and to put observational results in a
broader context to advance knowledge in atmospheric chemistry.
Publishes/presents results and implications at national and international
scientific meetings and in refereed journals both as lead and co-author.

Coordinates and develops collaborative activities involving university and
NCAR scientists. Engages in ACOM laboratory meetings and related activities
and is constructively engaged in the professional life of the laboratory
with the goal of providing input to ACOM/NCAR planning for future research
priorities and strategies. Supervises junior and support staff and advises
and mentors post-doctoral fellows. Provides leadership within NCAR and
ACOM, and serves as an advocate for atmospheric chemistry in strategic and
scientific planning within NCAR and ACOM.

Submits proposals for funding from outside agencies to participate in
scientific activities where those activities will contribute to the more
complete or prompt achievement of ACOM and NCAR organizational goals.

Contributes to scientific programs by serving on NCAR internal, and
external national and international committees. Works with colleagues in
NCAR, the university community and other agencies to seek opportunities to
develop new activities that enhance the mission(s) of our primary sponsors
and university stakeholders. Reviews manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed
journals and proposals submitted to funding agencies as appropriate.

Seeks out opportunities to contribute to the NCAR Education and Outreach
and Inclusion and Diversity mission, both through individual efforts and
through larger organized efforts.

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience

Education: PhD (Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related).
Experience in Atmospheric chemistry studies (or a very closely related
field):

For Scientist III: 7-12 years of experience beyond PhD, with a strong
publication record and demonstrated ability to lead scientific projects and
supervise junior and support staff.. Has achieved national and
international reputation for research and leadership.

For Senior Scientist: At least 12 years of experience beyond PhD, with a
strong publication record and demonstrated ability to lead scientific
projects and supervise junior and support staff, in leading large
collaborative scientific projects, and demonstrated ability to develop and
maintain external funding to support research initiatives. Has achieved
national and international reputation for research and leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

   - Expert level understanding of atmospheric chemistry with a knowledge
   of research questions that need to be addressed to advance the field and to
   ultimately provide key input and data leading to improved predictive
   capability for air quality and further our knowledge of chemistry-climate
   interactions.
   - Advanced knowledge of *in situ* observational instrumentation for
   determining tropospheric composition.
   - Ability to design and lead complex collaborative research initiatives,
   including the development of aircraft- and ground-based community field
   programs and atmospheric simulation chamber experiments.
   - Skill in interpretation of data obtained in these targeted experiments
   and field deployments, including the ability to work well with modeling
   groups, and in written and oral communication of research results.
   - A demonstrated commitment to, and strong record in, carrying out and
   publishing original research in atmospheric chemistry.
   - Skill in leading scientific research, and possessing the experience
   and knowledge needed to provide scientific leadership at the NCAR
   Laboratory level, including supervising junior and support staff.
   - Capable of representing the Laboratory at institutional functions or
   meetings and advocating for ACOM science.
   - Strong written and oral communications skills.
   - Expert skill in planning and implementing research activities and
   managing projects, people, and resources.
   - Experience and demonstrated ability in the writing of scientific
   publications and research proposals.
   - Demonstrated knowledge of mathematical methods for data analysis and
   software that facilitates processing of large datasets (e.g., IGOR, Matlab,
   Python).
   - Ability to lead, participate, and interact productively within a
   multidisciplinary research team.

Applicant notes:

   - A cover letter is required.
   - An Inclusion Statement will be required for all applicants moving
   forward to the interview stage. This statement should address past efforts,
   as well as future vision and plans to advocate for and advance diversity,
   equity, and inclusion in the organization and/or field of work.
   - 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).
   - 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.
   - For more information about our commitment to diversity, equity, and
   inclusion, here is the link to the Office of Diversity, Equity &
   Inclusion Strategic Plan
   <https://www.ucar.edu/sites/default/files/documents/related-links/2020-12/ODEI_StrategicPlan_Final.pdf>
    and to the ODEI landing page
   <https://www.ucar.edu/who-we-are/diversity-inclusion>.


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Al Zioba, PHR

Recruiter - Human Resources

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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

alzioba at ucar.edu <rschalha at ucar.edu>

(303)497-8575
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