Job Information
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research OS Postdoc Fellow in United States
Job Description Summary: NSF NCAR’s Climate and Global Dynamics (CGD) Laboratory is excited to announce the job opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow in their Oceanography Section. This position will investigate the usage of iron fertilization as a technique to achieve marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) from the atmosphere. The Postdoc Fellow will perform global numerical simulations of iron fertilization with version 2 of the Community Earth System Model (CESM2) in various configurations. They will conduct analyses on these simulations and lead peer-reviewed manuscripts documenting the results of the experiments. Analysis will be coordinated with colleagues at NOAA’s Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Output will be provided to colleagues to perform high resolution regional ocean simulations.
The position is expected to contribute to and benefit from collaborations within CGD's Oceanography Section and scientists across NCAR. More information about the Oceanography Section can be found online at https://www.cgd.ucar.edu/sections/oce.
Position Details:
Visa Sponsored Job:
Yes
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Job Location:
Boulder, Colorado
Position Type & Term:
Full time, Term - 6 months or more (Fixed Term)
Compensation Range:
Salary: $76,650/year
Application Notes
Application Deadline:
This position will be posted until 11:59 PM MT, Friday, June 28, 2024.
Required application materials: (preferably in PDF Format)
Resume
Cover Letter - Please address how your skills and experience meet the needs of this position (for more information, please refer to the Key Responsibilities and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities sections of this job posting).
Questionnaire (included in application)
Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more (https://www.ucar.edu/opportunities/careers/faqs) .Work Location: Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to beperformed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.
What You Will Do
Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in this role.
The primary duties include:
1) conduct numerical simulations and analyses to address the science questions, and
2) publish the results in peer-reviewed literature and otherwise communicate results to the collaborators and broader scientific community,
Additionally, this position comes with unique opportunities to collaborate with a broader team including modelers and observationalists.
The position will also allow the postdoctoral fellow to participate in professional development activities including those offered by the Advance Study and the Early Career Development Programs.
Who We'd Love To Join Our Team
Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:Education and Experience (Required/Desired):
A Ph.D. or equivalent experience in atmospheric science, climate science and/or related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required/Desired)
Experience of analyzing output data of general circulation models, ocean models, and regionally refined models or similar.
Demonstrated understanding of ocean biogeochemical cycles.
Demonstrated capacity to develop sophisticated diagnostics for climate dynamics research.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Proficient in scientific Python.
DESIRED
Familiarity with the Community Earth System Model (CESM).
Familiarity with statistical analysis tools.
Benefits Overview
UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits (https://www.ucar.edu/opportunities/careers/benefits) . In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance, UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development. These include:
Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities
UCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one
Starting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)
10 paid holidays
10 days of sick leave each year
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary
EcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. To learn more about these efforts, visit the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan (https://www.ucar.edu/sites/default/files/documents/related-links/2020-12/ODEI_StrategicPlan_Final.pdf) and our Diversity & Inclusion: A Welcoming Workplace (https://www.ucar.edu/who-we-are/diversity-inclusion) site.
Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience . Please note this is not necessary! If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest!
Some Final Considerations
At UCAR|NCAR|UCP, you will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals conducting critical research and community outreach to solve complex Earth system science problems including climate change, air pollution, extreme weather, floods, drought, wildfires, and space weather, all with the goal of improving human life and reducing economic loss. Each of us, from scientists to the professionals who support their work, serves the public and a collaborative community of scientists in our mission to understand the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun’s core.
Flexible Work
At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid, fully-remote and/or flexible work schedules.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at UCAR.
Export Control
All positions are required to comply with U.S. export compliance regulations work location requirements regarding access to facilities and research systems.
Visa Wait Times
Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S.
At NCAR - the National Center for Atmospheric Research - we study weather, water, climate, air quality, and space weather to help protect lives and livelihoods, grow the economy, and enhance our nation’s security and well-being. We collaborate with research partners to advance the science that makes predictions better and with end users to develop applications for forecasters, farmers, resource managers, retailers, the military, and many other stakeholders.
UCAR - the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research - manages NCAR on behalf of the National Science Foundation. We are a nonprofit consortium of more than 115 colleges and universities with research and training programs in Earth system science. We bring together the academic community and provide the operational management that are both essential to NCAR's success. UCAR’s community programs, from educational resources to data delivery and other services, extend the reach and impact of NCAR’s world-class research to the community and society.
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