[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Research Position in Atmospheric Science, Sandia National Labs

[Ehrmann, Thomas]

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee with expertise and interest in large-scale atmospheric dynamics, including stratospheric transport and impacts. You will work in an interdisciplinary team to develop novel computational approaches that capture quantitative relationships between multiple variables over space and time. As an Earth system scientist in Sandia's Atmospheric Science department, your work will lie at the interface of climate sciences, computational modeling, data analytics, machine learning, spatiotemporal statistics, optimization, and uncertainty quantification. For this position, your focus will be to:


  *   Working with the DOE E3SM and SCREAM models to represent the earth system and atmospheric processes.
  *   Develop novel code to improve the representation of the physical processes that govern the stratosphere within E3SM/SCREAM.
  *   Characterize the variability and perturbations of stratospheric aerosol and radiative forcing associated with aerosol injections such as volcanic eruptions.
  *   Identify atmospheric teleconnections and relationships between natural modes.

As a postdoctoral appointee, we will also be expecting and supporting you to:


  *   Publish your work in peer-reviewed journals.
  *   Present your work at relevant conference venues.
  *   Network with other scientists both within and outside Sandia
  *   Pursue follow-on research in support of broad-ranging mission areas.

Qualifications We Require


  *   Recent PhD in Atmospheric or Climate Sciences, or in a related field
  *   Proven research experience, as evidenced by strong record of research publications and presentations
  *   Experience in climate modeling, analysis, and interpretation
  *   At least one of the following:
o    Running simulations with coupled Earth system models (e.g., E3SM, CESM, GFDL, GISS, ...)
o    Evaluation of climate model performance as encompassed by any of the following: computational performance, predictive accuracy, sensitivity of parameterizations in response to distinct forcings, comparison to observational records
o    Analysis of climate datasets to establish constraints, mechanistic connections, or sensitivity of target quantities to sources of variability (natural or forced)
o    Analysis of climate variability and large-scale dynamics (e.g., El Niño-Southern Oscillation, North Atlantic Oscillation / Polar Vortex, Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation, Brewer Dobson, Quasi-biennial oscillation)
o    Computer languages used for modeling and analysis (C, C++, Fortran, Python, Julia, R, Matlab)

  *   Only U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) capable of obtaining and maintaining a DOE Q-level security clearance are eligible for consideration

Qualifications We Strongly Desire


  *   Expertise in the simulation and analysis of one or more of the following:
o    Stratospheric dynamics
o    Clouds and precipitation
o    Downscaling climate models and regional analysis
o    Internal variability, natural variability, forced variability, and/or inter-model variability
o    Ensemble analysis and coupled global climate models
o    Component model coupling (e.g., land-atmosphere, ocean-atmosphere, sea-ice-ocean) and its influence on dynamics

  *   Development of components within climate models (e.g., new parameterizations, alternative computational schemes, ...)
  *   Familiarity with high performance computing environments
  *   Proven ability to advance the state-of-the-art in climate science-related subject areas and/or related fields of study as is evidenced by original high-impact publications or a high h-index / other citation analysis
  *   Ability to conduct self-directed research
  *   Ability to work in multi-disciplinary research environments on problems comprising diverse application domains
  *   Proven research community leadership through activities such as participation in student or professional organizations, outreach activities, etc.
  *   Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
  *   Desire to perform in a dynamic environment and demonstrated interest and/or experience in service to the nation
  *   Ability to travel for business and research purposes

About Sandia:

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

  *   Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
  *   Extraordinary co-workers
  *   Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
  *   Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
  *   Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
  *   Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

Apply online at: sandia.gov/careers
Job #: 696127

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Thomas Ehrmann
Sandia National Laboratories
Earth Systems Analysis, Org 8915
Email: tsehrma at sandia.gov<mailto:tsehrma at sandia.gov>
Phone: 609-970-5259

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