[ES_JOBS_NET] Post Doctoral Research Associate - U Mass - Amherst

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

Post Doctoral Research Associate - Paros Center

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Post Doctoral Research Associate - Paros Center

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   -  Amherst, Massachusetts, United States


   -  Full Time
   -  Hybrid
   -  Post Doc

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   -  Opening on: Jan 27 2026

Title: Post Doctoral Research Associate - Paros Center

Executive Area: Academic Affairs

College/School/MBU: Engineering

Department: Dean - Engineering

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid



Job Summary

Conduct research in Mesoscale and Local-Scale Weather Hazards.

The main objective of this position is to conduct observations-based
research, supported by numerical simulations, on high impact mesoscale and
local-scale weather systems, with a strong motivation to obtain societally
beneficial research outcomes. Funded by the Paros Center for Atmospheric
Research at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, the incumbent will
conduct original research in collaboration with the Paros Chair for
Atmospheric Research (Chris Davis). The emphasis will be on the analysis of
mesoscale and local scale weather systems over central and eastern North
America, in highly anomalous environments, both in warm and cool seasons,
to understand how mesoscale processes couple with moist convection to
create hazardous weather. Examples of such anomalous environments include
post-landfalling tropical cyclones, atmospheric rivers accompanying severe
convection, and extreme cold-air outbreaks in coastal and maritime
environments. Field observations obtained from projects such as the North
American Upstream Feature-Resolving and Tropopause Uncertainty
Reconnaissance Experiment (NURTURE), Atmospheric River Reconnaissance, or
other instrument deployments, will be analyzed. Numerical simulations will
be used to support interpretation of observations and explore hazard
predictability.

The specific work undertaken during this postdoc will be based on
discussions with the Paros Chair and on the career development goals of the
incumbent.



Essential Functions

Conduct original research in collaboration with faculty in the College of
Natural Sciences, College of Engineering, and others in the Paros Center
for Atmospheric Research at UMass, Amherst.

Participate in field data collection (as opportunities arise) and perform
data quality-control.

Synthesize observations from different instruments, on different observing
platforms.

Perform simulations and analysis of weather systems independently with some
guidance.

Produce visualizations of data for analysis and presentation.

Co-author or lead-author scientific publications and proposals.

Present research results at conferences and other scientific venues.

Participate in, and sometimes lead, research discussion meetings with Paros
Chair and other faculty and students or postdocs.

Assist in mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students.

Perform other tasks as agreed upon.



Minimum Qualifications

Ph. D. in atmospheric science or related discipline.

Experience in observational analysis.

Experience using numerical models to simulate weather systems.

Ability to process and analyze large datasets.

Python programming experience.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.



Preferred Qualifications

Field observation experience, especially analysis of remote sensing data.

Working knowledge of AI-enhanced workflows and machine learning techniques
to accelerate analysis of models and observations.

Experience with the Model for Prediction Across Scales (MPAS) or Cloud
Model 1 (CM1).



Additional Details

Priority given to applications received by March 15, 2026.

Term is 1 year, renewable for a second year, with the possibility of
further extension depending on funding.

Desired start date range is May-June, 2026.

Position may require travel to field sites and conferences or other
scientific meetings.



Working Conditions

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and
involves minimal physical exertion.



Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Typically Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
This position has the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, which is
defined by the University as an arrangement where an employee’s work is
regularly performed at a location other than the campus workspace for a
portion of the week.



Salary Information

UMass Amherst expects to pay within an approximate range between $70,000
and $77,000 for this position.



Special Instructions for Applicants

Please apply online and upload your CV, cover letter and contact
information for three (3) professional references. Your cover letter should
include: (1) Why the position appeals to you; (2) Your relevant experience
and how it fits with listed skills and aptitudes; (3) How this position
fits with your career goals. For any questions, please email Chris Davis,
chradavis at umass.edu.





*This position will remain open for the time period required by any
applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a
suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly
encouraged to apply now!*
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