[ES_JOBS_NET] Research position: Atmospheric aerosols, satellite data, air quality monitoring and forecasting

[Halley Thompson]

Research position: Atmospheric aerosols, satellite data, air quality
monitoring and forecasting

The Goddard Earth Sciences Technology and Research II
<https://gestar2.umbc.edu/> (GESTAR II) consortium at NASA’s Goddard Space
Flight Center (GSFC) invites applications for a research scientist position
in the field of atmospheric sciences, earth sciences, or remote sensing.

The incoming scientist will join the Biospheric Sciences Laboratory
<https://science.gsfc.nasa.gov/earth/biosphere/> (Code 618) at GSFC.The
Biospheric Sciences Laboratory studies terrestrial ecosystems and their
interactions with the atmosphere using multiscale remote sensing,
mathematical modeling, and advanced analytical techniques. This research
allows Laboratory scientists to characterize and predict environmental
changes due to natural and anthropogenic processes at local to global
scales.

The incumbent scientist will conduct research on atmospheric aerosol
properties, perform satellite retrieval of aerosol properties, and validate
satellite datasets with AERONET and air quality networks. The scientist
will also perform air quality monitoring and forecastings, and application
of machine learning for surface air quality estimations and forecastings
using satellite datasets for environmental justice case studies and working
with the end-user organizations to implement space-based solutions in their
decision making.

Required Qualifications:

   -

   PhD in an atmospheric sciences, earth sciences, or remote sensing
   discipline,
   -

   Specific experience analyzing satellite data from Earth Observing System
   instruments (e.g., MODIS, TROPOMI, VIIRS, GOES) and interpreting within the
   context of ground-based aerosol measurements (e.g. AERONET, AirNow).
   -

   Experience in air quality modeling, machine learning methods, and
   computer programming are required.

The successful candidate will join the GESTAR II Consortium which supports
over 120 researchers based primarily at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
(GSFC). GESTAR II researchers work to create extensive opportunities for
breakthroughs in earth and atmospheric science research, carrying out
observational, experimental and theoretical research in support of NASA
strategic Earth Science mission objectives.

Goddard’s Earth Science Division is home to about 200 civil servants and
over 1200 collaborating researchers and support personnel, dedicated to
studying the Earth as an integrated system that includes the atmosphere,
oceans, biosphere, cryosphere, and geosphere. The Division operates as a
component of the Sciences and Exploration Directorate that collaborate on
interdisciplinary research with the Astrophysics Science, Heliophysics
Science, and Solar System Exploration Divisions.

The nominal starting date is spring 2023, but alternate dates are possible
depending on availability.

Candidates should provide a cover letter, CV (including publication list)
and a 3-page statement of research interests. Short-listed candidates will
be asked to supply three letters of reference at a later date. All
materials and inquiries should be sent by email Subject line: Task 173:
Researcher Position to: Halley Thompson (halleyt at umbc.edu)

Completed applications received by February 24 will receive full
consideration, however the posting will remain open until the position is
filled.

Salary and benefits are competitive, commensurate with experience and
qualifications. The GESTAR II consortium and NASA GSFC are committed to
building a diverse research community and encourage applications from
women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and
veterans. All GESTAR II institutions are Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity Employers.

For more information about the proposed research, contact Dr. Pawan Gupta (
pawan.gupta at nasa.gov).

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*Halley Thompson, MPA, PHR*

she/they (what's this? <https://www.glsen.org/activity/pronouns-guide-glsen>
)

Program Specialist

GESTAR II at MSU

Hiring Specialist

GESTAR II Consortium
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