[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral position in large eddy modeling of aerosol-cloud interactions in mixed-phase clouds

[Robert Wood]

*Postdoctoral Scholar - Atmospheric Sciences, University of
Washington, *Seattle,
WA

*Description*

The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington is
seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar focused on understanding aerosol-cloud
interactions in mixed phase clouds. The scholars will focus on extending a
numerical model of aerosol processing in liquid clouds to include ice phase
processes and studying the impact of cloud-aerosol interactions on
mixed-phase clouds during marine cold air outbreaks. We are especially
interested in candidates who have experience in numerical modeling
(specifically large eddy simulation), aerosol-cloud interactions, and
observationally-based model evaluation.

*Project Summary*

Predictions of past and present climate change are complicated by the
uncertain magnitude of cloud-aerosol interactions, which are difficult to
constrain using observations and global climate models.  Simulating
cloud-aerosol interactions at fine, eddy-resolving scales may lead to
greater understanding of the processes at work and also to improved
representation of these processes in coarser-scale models used for climate
prediction.  The postdoctoral scholar will extend an existing aerosol
processes and chemistry in liquid clouds to include ice and mixed-phase
cloud and aerosol processes.  The aerosol treatment represents both
ultra-fine (Aitken) particles and cloud condensation nuclei, and a focus of
the project is to understand the role of these ultra-fine particles in
cloud processes and, in particular, cloud transitions from overcast to
broken cloud regimes.

*Duties and Responsibilities*

Extend an existing treatment of aerosol processing and chemistry in liquid
clouds to include ice and mixed-phase processes.

Simulate cloud-aerosol interactions in mixed-phase clouds over the ocean,
including analyses of how changes in aerosol impact cloud processes and
evolution.

Compare the simulated cloud and aerosol to observations, from both in situ
observations and remote sensing, and conduct analyses to elucidate the
source of model deficiencies in accurate cloud field representation.

The position is a twelve-month appointment at 100% FTE with the opportunity
to extend to a second year subject to approval and availability of funding.
A Postdoctoral Scholar is an academic appointment that requires evidence of
a conferred PhD by the appointment start date, and candidates cannot exceed
five years of Postdoctoral experience prior to the end of an appointment.
The salary range is between $65,508 and $71,000 a year, commensurate with
experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor
prevailing wage determination. Other compensation associated with this
position may include a moving allowance.

*Qualifications*

Candidates must have an earned doctorate in atmospheric sciences or a
closely related field (at the time of appointment) and experience in
high-resolution modeling of fluid flow or a background in cloud-related
research.

*Desired*

It is preferred that candidates have: experience with one or more of the
following: atmospheric modeling at large eddy simulation or cloud-resolving
scales; experience in developing or modifying model parameterizations of
aerosol or cloud processes; experience using ground based observational
datasets to understand cloud-aerosol interactions; experience and have a
strong programming background (ideally including experience with fortran)
and verbal and written communication skills.

*Application Instructions*

To apply, please submit the following application materials:

   - A cover letter outlining current research accomplishments and a
   statement of how your experience meets the requirements for the
   postdoctoral position.
   - Curriculum Vitae
   - Names and contact information for two professional references.

Applications will be reviewed as they arrive.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
positions are filled. For questions about the positions, please contact
Professors Peter Blossey (pblossey at uw.edu) and Robert Wood (robwood2 at uw.edu)
by email.

Application Process: see position information HERE
<https://apply.interfolio.com/120587>.
_______________________________________________

Robert Wood
Professor, Atmospheric Sciences
*Department of Atmospheric Sciences,*
*718 ATG Building *
*University of Washington, Seattle*
*WA 98195-1640*

*Tel: 206-267-8343 (cell); 206-543-1203 (office)*
*Web: atmos.washington.edu/~robwood <http://atmos.washington.edu/~robwood>*
*Email: robwood2 at uw.edu <robwood2 at uw.edu>*
*Linked In: *
*https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-wood-a6148827/*
<https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-wood-a6148827/>
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