[ES_JOBS_NET] Scientist, Aerosols and Clouds Group, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena CA

Tue Jan 4 18:36:30 MST 2022

Scientist, Aerosols and Clouds Group, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena CA
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New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.

Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.

The Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) invites applications for a full-time scientist position to develop multi-sensor synergistic cloud remote sensing products that combine active and passive observations for the CloudSat and future missions that will be part of NASAs planned Earth System Observatory. The scientist will work closely with science teams at JPL to develop, maintain, and validate those cloud retrieval algorithms. In addition, the scientist is expected to work in a dynamic team environment addressing cutting-edge challenges in aerosol-cloud-precipitation interactions by developing novel observational metrics to evaluate the underlying processes in climate models. The scientist will develop a programmatic strategy to strengthen ties between JPL’s cloud remote sensing and it’s climate and energy balance communities.

The selected individual will publish scientific findings in top-tiered peer-reviewed scientific journals as well as presenting results in the related science team meetings, workshops and conferences. The selected individual is expected to pursue additional funding opportunities through NASA ROSES to demonstrate the scientific utilization of the NASA’s current and future cloud observations to understand key issues in climate variability and change including within the areas of aerosol, cloud, convection, and precipitation highlighted by the recent Earth Science Decadal Survey.

The following qualifications are required:

  *   PhD in Atmospheric Science, Geophysics or a related technical discipline.
  *   Advanced knowledge of cloud remote sensing from multiple observations including active and passive observations.
  *   Demonstrated knowledge of Bayesian methods for remote sensing, which is needed for on-going microwave (active and passive) remote sensing algorithms.
  *   Strong expertise in cloud radiative effects, climate sensitivity, and cloud-climate feed-backs.
  *   Excellent oral (including public speaking) and written communication skills.
  *   A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations at major international scientific meetings and conferences.
  *   Demonstrated familiarity with the use of computer programing languages (e.g. Python and Fortran).

The following qualifications are preferred:

  *   At least three years of experience in remote sensing research beyond a PhD is strongly preferred.
  *   Capability of writing successful proposals.
  *   Eagerness to work with scientists and support staff from JPL and throughout NASA in a highly collaborative flight project environment.
  *   Familiarity with satellite observations and cloud remote sensing from spaceborne platforms.

Complete applications will include a cover letter describing the applicant’s vision for their role at JPL as a leader and contributor in the area of cloud remote sensing to improve understanding of climate variability and change as well as how you will support diversity at JPL, a curriculum vita including a bibliography of refereed and other work, a statement on research experience and research objectives, and contact information for at least three professional references. Applications received by January 30, 2022, will receive full consideration.

JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law.

In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.<https://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/designated_country_list_8-16-2019_tagged_0.pdf>

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