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Director
National Center for Atmospheric Research

Posted 3/5/08

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). UCAR intends to fill the position promptly, and seeks to have the new Director in place by late 2008.

The Director of NCAR is the executive and scientific leader of NCAR, and is responsible for the scientific direction and productivity of NCAR research and facilities programs, including the formulation and execution of plans, budgets, and priorities, as well as directing all phases of the operations of the national center. A major responsibility of the Director of NCAR is to build and maintain a strategic partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF).

The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to lead on a broad intellectual front and will possess a significant record of scientific or technical achievement in the atmospheric or related sciences.  He or she will have demonstrated successful planning, management, execution and administration of complex research or facility activities and will possess a breadth of interest, vision and judgment.  She or he will have shown a strong commitment to increasing diversity in the atmospheric and related sciences community.

Salary will be in the range of $200-300K per year, based on qualifications, and is subject to the approval of the National Science Foundation. UCAR is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer, and offers a competitive employee benefit package.

The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and operated by the 71-university nonprofit consortium, the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR).  Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, NCAR has approximately 800 staff members and annual expenditures of about $150 million.

The search committee hopes to identify and interview top candidates in late spring or early summer of 2008. The successful candidate will be named shortly thereafter.

Applications should be accompanied by a complete curriculum vitae.  Applications will be kept strictly confidential.  Initial consideration will be given to applications received by April 30, 2008. Please address all correspondence to:

NCAR Director Search Committee
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
c/o Kathy Strand
P O Box 3000
Boulder, CO  80307
strand@ucar.edu

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Staff Meteorologist
Valparaiso University

Posted 1/23/08

The Department of Geography and Meteorology at Valparaiso University seeks applicants for the newly created position of Staff Meteorologist.  This is a full-time, staff scientist (non-faculty) position subject to annual professional reviews.  We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic scientist with an M.S. in meteorology/atmospheric science.  Candidates should possess an outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal skills and a desire to work closely with undergraduate meteorology students.

Depending on the background and interests of the applicant, the job description includes some combination of the following needs: Assist with maintenance of meteorological instrumentation, data streams, software package applications and system upgrades; Address student and faculty data resource requests; Instruct students in use of meteorological software; Teach introductory meteorology lecture and/or lab sections; Assist with the storm field study courses; Maintain departmental and data-related web pages; Serve as forecast contest local manager; Coordinate external internships/co-op placements, scheduling of laboratory aides, media requests, facility tours, and student campus visits; Collaborate with students and faculty on research projects; Serve as department liaison for ROTC programs; and other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

The Department is home to 140 undergraduate meteorology majors.  It is located in three-year old Kallay-Christopher Hall and maintains a cutting-edge dual polarization Doppler radar, radiosonde system and instrumented meteorological tower.  More information can be found at www.valpo.edu/geomet.

Salary will be approximately $38,000 with University benefits, including tuition remission.  Review of applications will begin March 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.  Candidates should be interested in working in a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition.  Women and minorities encouraged to apply.  EO/AAE. 

The position begins August 15, 2008.  Please send a letter of application outlining your interest and qualifications, curriculum vitae or resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references to:

Prof. Bart Wolf
Chair, Department of Geography and Meteorology
Valparaiso University
1809 Chapel Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383

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Development Meteorologist
FirstEnergy Corp. 

Posted 1/14/08

Background:  We are creating a meteorological services/development group within FirstEnergy to address the many and seemingly ever-increasing meteorologically related needs and requirements of a Fortune 200 energy company.  Currently we create, implement, and utilize cutting edge tools and techniques consistent with those used by NOAA and many leading Universities to address weather phenomenon on both the meso and synoptic scale - and for temporal scales ranging from 0 hours to well over 8 days.

The new development meteorologist will heavily assist in these activities.  FirstEnergy Corp. is a diversified energy company headquartered in Akron, Ohio. Its subsidiaries and affiliates are involved with the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, as well as energy management and other energy-related services.  Its seven electric utility operating companies comprise the nation's fifth largest investor-owned electric system, serving 4.5 million customers within Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey (more information about FirstEnergy at www.firstenergycorp.com/corporate/Corporate_Profile/index.html)

Predominant Duties:  75%: Development of meteorological tools/techniques to process, visualize, and verify model output in order to assist key decision makers requiring the use of meteorology.  Examples - developing methods to provide easy-to-interpret impact graphics depicting where/when meteorological phenomenon of significant concern to FirstEnergy will occur, conducting post event analysis for different meteorological events, developing new paradigms to provide real time and forecast information to users within FirstEnergy.

20%:  Assisting with the technical aspects of air quality permitting and compliance.  Example - helping configure and run regional scale four dimensional atmospheric and photochemistry models under different industrial and regulatory scenarios using different domains and horizontal resolutions

5%:  Conducting meteorological briefings to FirstEnergy staff for ongoing or impending high impact weather events

Notable
Competitive compensation and benefits
Career track available
Training provided
Minimal travel
No shift work
No routine deadlines

Opportunity Details and How to Apply
http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.asp?JobID=67082729&WT.mc_n=MKT000152 (or at http://www.monster.com enter "meteorologist akron" as a keyword)

Questions
Pete Manousos
Meteorologist/Sr. Scientist
FirstEnergy Corp.
pmanousos@firstenergycorp.com
330-761-4484

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Weather/Climate Modeler
State University of New York
Oswego, NY

Posted 11/12/07

The College of Arts & Sciences at the State University of New York at Oswego announces the opening of a tenure track position for a Weather/Climate Modeler. This is an academic-year research position at the Associate Professor rank or higher, with appointment in an appropriate department.

Review Date:  Review of applications will begin December 10, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.

Salary:  Commensurate with rank and experience

Date of Appointment:  September 1, 2008

Description of Responsibilities:   SUNY Oswego is seeking a Weather/Climate Modeler.  Academic background is open, but the successful candidate will be expected to develop an active, extramurally funded research program investigating climatological, meteorological or hydrological effects of global climate change on the Great Lakes.  Modelers will have the opportunity to collaborate with scientists to examine weather and/or climatological change effects on the Great Lakes ecosystem.  Additional expectations include involving undergraduate students in research and building regional partnerships to address climate change or other environmental issues.  SUNY Oswego is in the design phase of new and/or refurbished science buildings, so there will be opportunity for the successful candidate to be placed in the new facilities.   

Required Qualifications: Requirements include a PhD, publications, and a track record of obtaining grants from external sources. 

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, three letters of reference, and a statement of research plans in electronic form to http://oswego.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=7344.   

Official transcripts required before hiring. Send inquiries to stamm@oswego.edu

Description of Meteorology Program: SUNY Oswego offers a BS in meteorology, has 4 faculty members and about 90 majors.  The main research of the faculty is in investigating and modeling lake-effect snow. For further information see: http://oswego.edu/meteorology

Description of other Great Lakes Research:  The Environmental Research Center is currently involved in high-profile Great Lakes collaborative research efforts, and it has historically been a leader in understanding PCB fate, behavior, and mobility, and in the development of approaches to remediation, resulting in extensive publications and a patent.  Additional research facilities include a Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics Center, the Social and Environmental Medicine Laboratory, Center for Neurobehavioral Effects of Environmental Toxics and our Rice Creek Field Station.  SUNY Oswego also has strategic alliances with the USGS Lake Ontario Biological Station in Oswego, the Great Lakes Research Consortium, New York State Sea Grant, the Port of Oswego Authority, and the New York State DEC. 

Description of SUNY Oswego:  Founded in 1861, the State University of New York at Oswego is a public comprehensive institution located in central New York on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, 45 minutes from Syracuse.  One of the "best northeastern colleges," Oswego offers its 8300 undergraduate and graduate students outstanding educational experiences with attention to liberal arts foundations, practical applications, interdisciplinary approaches, independent scholarly and creative work, and skills for living in multicultural and global communities.  We seek exceptional new faculty and professional staff committed to teaching, ongoing scholarly and creative work, and active engagement with their communities.

Additional information about SUNY Oswego can be found at www.oswego.edu.

SUNY Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity.  SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from professionals of color, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.  In accordance with INS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States, per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

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Post-Doctoral Post(s)
Climate Change, Climate System Analysis Group

Posted 11/06/07

The Climate System Analysis Group is seeking to appoint 1-2 post-docs in the broad research area of regional climate change.  These appointments are part of the CSAG expansion in response to the creation of the new NRF Chair in Climate Change. 

The successful applicant will have broad flexibility to develop their research interests within the parameters of the CSAG climate change research profile.  However, specific areas of interest could include, but are not limited to, uncertainty and probability in climate projections, regional downscaling, multi-model multi-ensemble simulations, climate change versus natural/decadal variability, land-atmosphere interactions, climate feedbacks, and tele-connection stability.  Successful candidates will be selected primarily for their ability to contribute to and extend the CSAG research activities.  Applicants should have already completed their doctoral degree (within the last 5 years) or have a PhD thesis already submitted and expect to have graduated by the appointment date, and have relevant experience in atmospheric science or a closely related discipline (meteorology, physics, climatology, etc.)  Experience with climate models will be an added advantage. 

Duration and remuneration: The appointment is annually renewable up to a maximum of 5 years.  Remuneration is flexible depending on experience, and will range between R120 000 and R200 000 per annum, and is tax free. 

Deadlines: The positions remain open until filled, but initial review of applications will be made at the end of October 2007.  Early application is encouraged.  Ideally we seek to make an appointment to start in January 2008, but flexibility on the starting date may be negotiated. 

To apply: Please apply by email to Sharon Barnard. No fax or postal applications please.  Include a letter of motivation outlining your interests, a full CV (no certificates), and the names, email and telephone details of 3 referees.

Further details:  Please see the CSAG web site for more information about the research group.  You are also welcome to email with further enquiries to barnard@csag.uct.ac.za. 

 

BSc (Hons), MSc, and PhD Scholarships
Climate Change, Climate System Analysis Group 

Posted 11/06/07

The Climate System Analysis Group (CSAG) has a number of Scholarships available for MSc and PhD studies in the general field of climate change, and in climate change impacts and adaptation.  A limited number of scholarships are available to begin in 2008, with additional opportunities to begin in 2009.  These scholarships are offered as part of the CSAG expansion the newly created NRF Chair in Climate Change awarded to Prof Hewitson.  

Successful applicants will have broad flexibility to undertake there thesis research within the scope of the CSAG climate change research profile.  However, specific areas of interest could include, but are not limited to, uncertainty and probability in climate projections, regional downscaling, multi-model multi-ensemble simulations, climate change versus natural/decadal variability, land-atmosphere interactions, climate feedbacks, climate tele-connection stability, climate change impacts and adaptation, climate change communication and stakeholder engagement, and linking climate change science and society.  Students should be well motivated, able to work in a team environment, and have a strong interest in developing their disciplinary depth within a multi-disciplinary research environment.  Applicants should have completed or be completing the appropriate pre-requisite degrees (BSc, BSc Honours, or MSc) in a related discipline (meteorology, physics, climatology, land surface processes, hydrology, computer science, applied maths, statistics, etc.), and ideally have some climate coursework and/or experience in their background.  Interested applicants currently engaged with their undergraduate and BSc Honours degrees should be on average ranking in the upper 30% of their classes.  Applicants will be advantaged if they have one or more of the following: good computational literacy, programming skills, exposure to or experience with climate models. 

Duration and scholarship value: Scholarships are subject to adequate progress and valid for 3 years for a PhF, 2 years for MSc, and 1 year for a BSc Honours.  Scholarship amounts are tax free, and will be of the order of ~R70 000 for a PhD, ~R50 000 for a MSc, and ~R10000-R15 000 for BSc Honours. 

Deadlines: For 2007 the deadline for applications is 31 November.  Early application is encouraged.  To apply: Please make an initial pre-application by email to Sharon Barnard.  No fax or postal applications please.  Include in your initial application a letter of motivation outlining your interests, a full CV (no certificates), and the names, email and telephone details of 2 referees.  After initial selection, applicants will need to complete the normal University application procedures.  Please DO NOT complete the University procedures and forms until we have undertaken our initial screening.

About CSAG: CSAG is hosted within the Environmental and Geographical Science  Department, and is one of the largest research groups within Africa focused on climate systems research, with special interest in addressing scientific questions of importance to Africa.  CSAG currently has 16 MSc and PhD students along with other post-docs, research associates, and support staff in IT and administration.  The group has active funded research programs in climate change, seasonal forecasting, land-atmosphere feedbacks, regional and global modeling, as well as excellent collaboration across disciplines including climate impacts and adaptation issues, and a strong concern for linking science with society.  CSAG has its own high-performance computing system (cluster and SMP systems) as well as full access to supercomputer capacity at the SA Centre for High Performance Computing.  Excellent collaboration exists with international research groups, and innovative approaches are actively pursued, for example in the new AfricanClimate@Home1 grid computing program, or our partnership with the Stockholm Environmental Institute on user tools for regional climate change projections. 

The University of Cape Town is committed to equity in our employment practices.  It is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives.

www.worldcommunitygrid.org/projects_showcase/ach/viewAchMain.do

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UCAR Postdoctoral Fellowship 2008
CLIVAR Climate Prediction Applications Postdoctoral Program (CPAPP)

Posted 10/31/07

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is pleased to announce the new US CLIVAR Climate Prediction Applications Postdoctoral Program (CPAPP) This program has been developed to encourage and build the pool of scientists qualified to transfer advances in climate science and climate prediction into climate-related decision frameworks and decision tools. (Refer to websites at: www.vsp.ucar.edu and http://www.usclivar.org/.

The program seeks recent or anticipated PhDs, who are interested in applying their knowledge of the climate system and its prediction to the decision needs of society. The 2008 research theme is water resource management. Two fellowships are available:

1) Contribute information on climate variability to municipal water management in the southeastern US, and

2) Work on climate change impacts to regional water management for the western US.

Applications are due December 15, 2007.

Interested individuals should send the following materials to the UCAR Visiting Scientist Programs:

• Statement of interest and how interests relate to the CPAPP goals and objectives.

• Curriculum vitae

• Description of PhD thesis research (and other research, if appropriate), including general areas of expertise (e.g. regional modeling, drought dynamics, extreme event estimation, etc).

• Names and addresses of at least three references. One must be from thesis advisor.

A UCAR selection committee will determine a short list of candidates from the group of applicants by mid-January 2008 and provide those individuals specific information about the participating institutions involved in CPAPP for the 2008 Announcement of Opportunity. The short-listed candidates will then develop more specific letters of intent (LOI) relevant to those institutions, due March 15, 2008. The LOIs will include a description of a research project and a statement addressing the relevance of this work to CPAPP goals.

The selected postdoctoral fellows will be notified in April 2008 to begin work no later than October 1, 2008. Fellows will be UCAR employees and will receive a fixed annual salary. UCAR benefits include health and dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, TIAA/CREF retirement fund, and life insurance. A relocation allowance and an allowance for scientific travel during the appointment will be provided.

Applications may be submitted in electronic form and preferably portable document format (pdf), via email attachments sent to vspapply@ucar.edu. Reference letters should also be sent electronically, but hard copies or faxes will be accepted. If unable to send electronically, please mail to:

UCAR Visiting Scientist Programs
PO Box 3000
Boulder, CO  80307-3000

For further information call 303-497-8630, or send email to vspapply@ucar.edu

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Assistant Professor
Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
Saint Louis University

Posted 10/26/07

Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service is seeking applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in environmental geoscience in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, to begin in August, 2008.

We seek a person who will contribute to the growth of undergraduate and graduate programs in environmental science at SLU.  A commitment to integrate teaching excellence with an active, externally funded, research program is essential. The field of specialization is open, but we expect research interests that will complement existing research in the Department and the new SLU Center for Environmental Sciences. the Department programs include undergraduate degrees in Environmental Science, undergraduate and master’s degrees in Geology, and a full range of degree programs in Geophysics and Meteorology.  For more details, visit the Department website at www.eas.slu.edu. The College of Arts and Sciences also offers an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Integrated and Applied Science that can accommodate graduate students pursuing environmental geoscience-oriented research.

All applications must be made online at http://jobs.slu.edu and must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of teaching, research, and professional goals, and the names and complete contact information of at least four references.  Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2007, and continue until the position is filled.  Further inquiries may be sent to geosearch@eas.slu.edu.

Additional information about SLU can be found at www.slu.edu.  Saint Louis University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE), and encourages nomination and application of women and minorities.

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Project Scientist
Black & Veatch

Posted 10/18/07

RESPONSIBILITIES
 Performing emission estimation
  Preparing air quality impact sections of permit applications

·         Working on meteorological/climatological studies regulatory interpretations

·         Performing cooling tower drift modeling, air dispersion modeling, odor modeling and other air quality specialty modeling

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

·         BS or MS in atmospheric science environmental engineer or meteorology

·         Should have some experience in renewable energy projects

·         Must be self-motivated, with an ability to balance multiple projects while working under tight deadlines

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly through formal reports, presentations, memoranda and email

·         Must be able to function equally well in collaborative, multi-discipline teams, and self-directed independent assignments

·         Microsoft Office Suite

·         0-1 years experience

WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD?

Then join a company that’s doing just that! At, you will be a part of creating innovative solutions to engineering challenges around the world while helping to bring environmental sustainability, clean air and water, reliable power and information to change communities for the better.

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be able to think bigger, go further, gain the rewards and reach higher in your career.  As a global company, we welcome the contributions that come from cultural diversity brought by our professionals, and we believe this diversity makes a unique and exciting work experience.

To learn more about Black & Veatch and how we are Building a World of Difference^®, please visit our Web site at www.bv.com/collegecareers.

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Climate Modeling Scientist II/III
NCAR - Earth & Sun Systems Laboratory (ESSL)
Climate and Global Dynamics Division (CGD)
[Job #7138, at Mesa Lab]

Posted 8/03/07

This is a full-time position. The application deadline has been extended. Initial consideration will be given to applications received prior to Friday, September 7, 2007. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.

IMPORTANT

Applicants should include a cover letter, current curriculum vita and the names of three professional references whom we may contact.

It is intended that the successful candidate will be appointed as a Scientist II or Scientist III, depending upon qualifications. Appointments to Scientist are not automatic, and are made in accordance with the NCAR scientific appointments policy.

NCAR - Earth & Sun Systems Laboratory (ESSL)
Climate and Global Dynamics Division (CGD)

The Climate and Global Dynamics Division is seeking applicants for a Climate Modeling Scientist position to work on the parameterization of major atmospheric climate processes such as clouds, convection, radiation, and boundary layer turbulence and transports in the CCSM Community Atmosphere Model (CAM).

Although the focus of this search is for a mid-career scientist, applications from highly-qualified entry-level (with a demonstrated track record) and senior-level individuals will also be considered.

The research activities will be driven by the goal of reducing systematic errors in the simulation of mean present-day climate, and in the simulation of well-observed modes of atmospheric variability.

The incumbent will be expected to collaborate as a member of the Climate Modeling Section atmospheric model development team, as well as with members of the broader university and laboratory community to improve our understanding of major climate processes and ultimately improve their parameterized representation in the global atmospheric model. The incumbent will be expected to develop an international reputation through their scientific collaborations and peer-reviewed publication record.

BASIC JOB FUNCTION

Conducts independent and collaborative research focusing on the parameterization of major atmospheric climate processes such as clouds, convection, radiation, and boundary layer turbulence and transports in the CCSM Community Atmosphere Model (CAM). The incumbent is expected to communicate scientific results in both oral and written form by presenting papers at national and international scientific meetings and by publishing papers in scientific journals and books. They are also expected to participate in national professional committees. They will participate in defining the research directions of the CGD Climate Modeling Section.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   Paid relocation

DUTIES

Conducts high-quality, independent and collaborative research in the areas related to the broad scope and function of the job. Develops expertise in one or more specific fields of atmospheric research and actively participates in the development of the Community Atmosphere Model (CAM) and its derivatives as a member of the Climate Modeling Section atmospheric model development team. The research activities will be driven by the goal of reducing systematic errors in the simulation of mean present-day climate, and in the simulation of well-observed modes of atmospheric variability.

Collaborates with members of the broader university and laboratory community to improve our understanding of major climate processes and ultimately improve their parameterized representation in the global atmospheric model. They will participate in defining the research directions of the CGD Climate Modeling Section and in general divisional management, such as assisting with the development of science objectives and plans for research programs and projects.

Writes papers describing research results for publication in scientific journals and communicates results at national and international scientific meetings.

Interacts with and educates the public about research pertaining to the goals and objectives of the NCAR science program. Reviews research papers in-house and for professional journals. Reviews proposals and serves on professional committees.

REQUIREMENTS

PhD in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, or related physical science; and three years' experience equivalent to an NCAR Scientist I (e.g., Assistant Professor) with clear evidence of professional progress.

Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality, independent research and collaborative research.

Technical ability to work with large complex geophysical models.

Ability to clearly convey complex research results through publications in scientific journals, and national and international scientific meetings.

Demonstrated excellence and productivity in scientific research as evidenced in refereed scientific journals.

Ability to prepare proposals for research and outreach opportunities and to manage awarded projects.

Demonstrated skill in working effectively in a diverse environment.

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated skill in diplomacy and advocacy in politically sensitive environments.

DESIRED (but not required)

PhD in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, or related physical science; and a minimum of seven years' research experience beyond postdoctoral work (e.g., equivalent of Associate Professor) with evidence of sustained professional progress; and the development of a national scientific reputation.

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OTHER OPTIONS  UCAR Human Resources, 303-497-8715