<div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr">GESTAR II is currently recruiting for a <b><span lang="EN" style="line-height:130%;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Postdoc
research position in data assimilation and remote sensing.</span></b></div><div dir="ltr"><b><br></b></div><div dir="ltr"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">The Goddard Earth Sciences Technology and Research II (GESTAR II)
consortium at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) invites applications
for a postdoctoral research position in the fields of atmospheric science, earth
science, machine learning, or related fields. </span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">The Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE)
mission is an important pathfinder mission for aerosol data assimilation in the
Global Modelling and Assimilation Office (GMAO) at NASA Goddard Space Flight
Center (GSFC). The hyperspectral OCI instrument, as well as the two multi-angle
polarimeters (HARP-2 and SPEX-One) that comprise PACE are significant
enhancements in aerosol remote sensing capabilities that require new
developments in the GEOS aerosol data assimilation system. The goal of this
postdoctoral research position is to conduct theoretical research on the impact
of PACE observations on GEOS aerosol forecasts. GMAO's proxy datasets of
simulated observations of polarimeters and radiometers will be used to
prototype a machine learning based aerosol retrieval algorithm suitable for
aerosol data assimilation, which includes prognostic error prediction. The
impacts of these data will be investigated with GEOS data assimilation
experiments.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">Responsibilities also include contributing to the
publication of articles in peer-reviewed journals describing the research
results and the contributing to writing proposals to support the research. This
an early career position.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">Required Qualifications:</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">• PhD in Atmospheric Sciences Earth Science, Computer
Science, Physics, or related fields, experience in data assimilation and/or
aerosol remote sensing is required </span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">• Scientific programming experience in Fortran and/or
C++ is required, as well as working knowledge of Python for computational
science and machine learning.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">Preferred Qualifications:</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">• Familiarly with aerosol models and their
parameterizations is a plus. </span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">• A demonstrated ability to contribute to
team-focused developments of large, complex computational systems. </span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">• Strong written and verbal communication skills.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">• Ability to think critically and innovatively with
an interest in interdisciplinary studies.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">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.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">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.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">The nominal starting date is in mid- September, but
alternate dates are possible depending on availability. </span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">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 157: Researcher Position to: Daniel Laughlin (<a href="mailto:daniel.laughlin@morgan.edu">daniel.laughlin@morgan.edu</a>).</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">Completed applications received by August 15, will
receive full consideration, however the posting will remain open until the
position is filled.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:12pt 0in;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">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 encourages applications
from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and
veterans. All GESTAR II institutions are Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
Employers.</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span lang="EN" style="color:black">For more information about the proposed research,
contact Dr. Patricia Castellanos (</span><u><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10pt;line-height:115%;color:rgb(0,0,212)"><a href="mailto:patricia.castellanos@nasa.gov">patricia.castellanos@nasa.gov</a></span></u><span lang="EN" style="color:black">).</span><span lang="EN"><span></span></span></p><div><br></div>-- <br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><br></div>Morgan's GESTAR II Program Office is searching for an additional member for our team.  Find out about our open Financial Analyst position at <a href="https://morgan.peopleadmin.com/postings/4652" target="_blank">Morgan State University Portal | GESTAR II Financial Analyst (peopleadmin.com)</a><br><br>Daniel Laughlin, Ph.D.<br>GESTAR I/II Director (MSU)<br>Morgan State University<div><br></div><div>Email: <a href="mailto:daniel.laughlin@morgan.edu" target="_blank">daniel.laughlin@morgan.edu</a>  <br>Mobile: 410.212.3781</div><div><br></div><div><img width="96" height="60" src="https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4xiYNgCqC377a7IIZpf_FD3of9MeR0e2oMbyboLj-uUT-lKLl9vQVB42mTTKaaOpvnnXu5WlZk"><br><br><br></div></div></div></div></div></div>