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Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) Research Scientist
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<div class="ContentPasted0">Overview:</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">The <b>Center for Analysis and Prediction of Storms (CAPS) at the University of Oklahoma is seeking</b></div>
<div class="ContentPasted0"><b>a research scientist or research associate to participate in research of cutting-edge numerical</b></div>
<div class="ContentPasted0"><b>weather prediction (NWP) and ensemble weather prediction</b> to improve forecasts of high impact</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">weather, including NOAA-funded projects on flash flood prediction, winter weather predictions,</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">and the design and evaluation of the next-generation Rapid Refresh Forecast System (RRFS)</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">ensemble for severe storm forecasting. These projects utilize NOAA’s next generation FV3-LAM</div>
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<div class="ContentPasted0">Job Responsibilities:</div>
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<li>Set up and maintain CAPS forecast systems, including coordinating the implementation</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">of new and updated model capabilities for research and realtime forecasting.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Perform real-time ensemble NWP forecasts using FV3-LAM to support CAPS research</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">projects. Some remote evening and nighttime work may be required during special</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">operating periods.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Contribute to the objective verification of CAPS ensemble FV3-LAM forecasts.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Attend professional meetings and conferences to present research results, and publish</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">findings in peer-reviewed academic journals.</li></ul>
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<div class="ContentPasted0">Required Qualifications:</div>
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<li>A Ph.D. (to be appointed as a post-doc or research scientist) or Master’s degree (for a</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">research associate appointment) in meteorology, atmospheric science, or a closely-</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">related field.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">At least one year of experience working with numerical weather prediction models (e.g.,</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">WRF, FV3, ARPS) in a Linux environment.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">At least three years of experience in scientific programming and computing on Linux</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">systems using high-level programming languages (such as Fortran and/or Python).</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues in community modeling software</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">packages.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Ability to communicate effectively in meetings, research presentations, and formal</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">publications.</li></ul>
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<div class="ContentPasted0">Desired Skills:</div>
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<li>Ability to manage complex computing tasks on high-performance computing systems.</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">Experience with developing or modifying workflow automation using, e.g., Linux/Unix</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">shell scripts, Python, and/or Rocoto.</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Familiarity with methods and software for NWP forecast visualization, evaluation, and</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">verification, such as Python plotting packages, Model Evaluation Tools (MET), etc.•</li><li class="ContentPasted0">Familiarity with accessing and downloading weather data via platforms such as AWS</li><li class="ContentPasted0" style="display:block">and/or UNIDATA LDM.</li></ul>
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<div class="ContentPasted0">Salary and Benefits</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">Beginning salary will be commensurate with experience and the position appointed. There are</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">opportunities for promotion and raises. Full-time employment with OU research staff benefits,</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">including generous paid leave, health insurance, and retirement savings plans. Flexible</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">scheduling and some hybrid work are permitted. Rewarding work environment in the National</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">Weather Center, collaborating with academic and operational partners. The University and City</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">of Norman offer numerous recreational and cultural activities, with the amenities of a larger city,</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">just 20 miles away in Oklahoma City. Norman has a low cost of living compared to most cities</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">(https://bit.ly/livenorman ).</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">How to Apply:</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">Send a statement of interest highlighting how you meet the position qualifications, your</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0 elementToProof">resume/CV, and a list of three professional references to:
<b>Keith Brewster, kbrewster@ou.edu</b></div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">Questions about the position may also be directed via email to Dr. Brewster.</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">This position will remain open until filled, and formal review of applications will start on</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">December 9, 2022.</div>
<div class="ContentPasted0">The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and</div>
applications are encouraged from underrepresented groups<br>
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