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Working Title
23-146 Fire Weather Applications Researcher
Position Location
Boulder, CO
Work Location
Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position
Yes
Posting Number
202302063AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Research Associate III
Number of Vacancies
1
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$80,000 - $120,000 Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Desired Start Date
02/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
01/08/2024
Description of Work Unit
The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) with Colorado State University (CSU) seeks to fill a full time, professional research associate position to conduct collaborative research with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) at the Global Systems Laboratory (GSL) in Boulder, CO. The office for this position is located in Boulder, CO, at a federal facility, and requires the ability to pass a tier one federal background check for building and HPC access. An onsite presence at the laboratory in Boulder, CO is required with part-time telework available.
CIRA is a multi-million dollar research organization located on CSU's Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado, and it is a cooperative institute that is also a research department within CSU's College of Engineering, in partnership with the Department of Atmospheric Science. Its vision is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the atmospheric sciences by entraining skills beyond the meteorological disciplines, exploiting advances in engineering and computer science, facilitating transitional activity between pure and applied research, leveraging both national and international resources and partnerships, and assisting NOAA, Colorado State University, the State of Colorado, and the Nation through the application of our research to areas of societal benefit.
GSL is a federal science and research laboratory under NOAA's Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research. GSL provides the National Weather Service (NWS) and the nation with environmental observing, prediction, computer, visualization, and information systems. These systems deliver data, forecasts, and predictions of weather, including severe weather events, within the next few minutes to weeks away. GSL is a leader in the applied research, directed development, and technology transfer of environmental data, models, products, and services that enhance environmental understanding with the outcome of supporting commerce, protecting life and property, and promoting a scientifically literate public.
This position is situated within the Earth Prediction Advancement Division (EPAD) of GSL and serves both the Scientific Computing Branch (SCB) and the Atmospheric Composition Branch (ACB) within GSL/EPAD. SCB conducts physical and computational scientific research in support of innovative, impactful and future-oriented NOAA forecast and analysis systems. ACB conducts research on modeling of Fire Weather and atmospheric composition.
Position Summary
The SCB and ACB seek candidates with a strong background in atmospheric and computational sciences with experience in convective boundary layer phenomenology, Geophysical or Computational Fluid Dynamics to collaborate on model application and development and in-depth characterization using both idealized test cases and observations. Experience with lidar and/or radar data is desirable for validating model capabilities. The primary application area will be inherent fire dynamics, smoke plume rise and evolution, dispersion, and fire-weather interactions. The successful candidate will have strong scientific software engineering skills, preferably in C++ or Fortran and an ability to run on large HPC systems. This position will report to the Sr. Computational Scientist.
Required Job Qualifications
In your cover letter, please specifically address EACH requirement as relates to your experience. A cover letter that fails to address the required qualifications for this position may not be considered further after review by the search committee.
Preferred Job Qualifications
In your cover letter, please specifically address the applicable preferred qualifications for this position. A cover letter that fails to address the preferred qualifications for this position may not be considered further after review by the search committee.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Collaborative Research, Tool Development and Testing
Duty/Responsibility
Percentage Of Time
85%
Job Duty Category
Documentation and Reporting
Duty/Responsibility
Percentage Of Time
15%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - The office for this position will be located in Boulder, CO, at a federal facility and requires the ability to pass a tier one federal background check for building and HPC access. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the start date.
Search Contact
Jennifer.Raab@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Posting Detail Information
Working Title
23-146 Fire Weather Applications Researcher
Position Location
Boulder, CO
Work Location
Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position
Yes
Posting Number
202302063AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Research Associate III
Number of Vacancies
1
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$80,000 - $120,000 Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
- For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
- For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.
- For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.
Desired Start Date
02/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
01/08/2024
Description of Work Unit
The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) with Colorado State University (CSU) seeks to fill a full time, professional research associate position to conduct collaborative research with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) at the Global Systems Laboratory (GSL) in Boulder, CO. The office for this position is located in Boulder, CO, at a federal facility, and requires the ability to pass a tier one federal background check for building and HPC access. An onsite presence at the laboratory in Boulder, CO is required with part-time telework available.
CIRA is a multi-million dollar research organization located on CSU's Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado, and it is a cooperative institute that is also a research department within CSU's College of Engineering, in partnership with the Department of Atmospheric Science. Its vision is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the atmospheric sciences by entraining skills beyond the meteorological disciplines, exploiting advances in engineering and computer science, facilitating transitional activity between pure and applied research, leveraging both national and international resources and partnerships, and assisting NOAA, Colorado State University, the State of Colorado, and the Nation through the application of our research to areas of societal benefit.
GSL is a federal science and research laboratory under NOAA's Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research. GSL provides the National Weather Service (NWS) and the nation with environmental observing, prediction, computer, visualization, and information systems. These systems deliver data, forecasts, and predictions of weather, including severe weather events, within the next few minutes to weeks away. GSL is a leader in the applied research, directed development, and technology transfer of environmental data, models, products, and services that enhance environmental understanding with the outcome of supporting commerce, protecting life and property, and promoting a scientifically literate public.
This position is situated within the Earth Prediction Advancement Division (EPAD) of GSL and serves both the Scientific Computing Branch (SCB) and the Atmospheric Composition Branch (ACB) within GSL/EPAD. SCB conducts physical and computational scientific research in support of innovative, impactful and future-oriented NOAA forecast and analysis systems. ACB conducts research on modeling of Fire Weather and atmospheric composition.
Position Summary
The SCB and ACB seek candidates with a strong background in atmospheric and computational sciences with experience in convective boundary layer phenomenology, Geophysical or Computational Fluid Dynamics to collaborate on model application and development and in-depth characterization using both idealized test cases and observations. Experience with lidar and/or radar data is desirable for validating model capabilities. The primary application area will be inherent fire dynamics, smoke plume rise and evolution, dispersion, and fire-weather interactions. The successful candidate will have strong scientific software engineering skills, preferably in C++ or Fortran and an ability to run on large HPC systems. This position will report to the Sr. Computational Scientist.
Required Job Qualifications
In your cover letter, please specifically address EACH requirement as relates to your experience. A cover letter that fails to address the required qualifications for this position may not be considered further after review by the search committee.
- M.S. in Mathematics, Physical Science (especially, Atmospheric Science), or related field (ie: Computational Fluid Dynamics) AND
- Two (2) years of relevant work experience OR
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Physical Science (especially, Atmospheric Science), or related field (ie: Computational Fluid Dynamics)
- Experience programming in C/C++ , Fortran or Python;
- The office for this position will be located in Boulder, CO, at a federal facility and requires the ability to pass a tier one federal background check for building and HPC access.
- The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the start date. CIRA will not sponsor a visa for this position now or in the future.
Preferred Job Qualifications
In your cover letter, please specifically address the applicable preferred qualifications for this position. A cover letter that fails to address the preferred qualifications for this position may not be considered further after review by the search committee.
- Experience with lidar and/or radar data analysis.
- Experience with Python and associated libraries SciPy, NumPy and Pandas.
- Good verbal and written communication skills required to participate in group meetings, and to give technical presentations, write scientific reports and manuscripts.
- Proven ability to work independently on well-defined tasks and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Collaborative Research, Tool Development and Testing
Duty/Responsibility
- Computation and analysis of idealized Fire Weather model configuration with and without moisture; comparison with observations; numerical analysis;
- Evaluation of resolved dynamics, Large Eddy Simulation closures and parameterization development for Fire Weather models;
- Development of data analysis tools;
- Use of fire plume observations from the field campaign data (FIREX-AQ, CalFiDE etc.);
- Interface with CIRA, GSL and other researchers both to broaden utility of findings, and to aid with validation.
Percentage Of Time
85%
Job Duty Category
Documentation and Reporting
Duty/Responsibility
- Presentation of research status and findings to sponsors and peer organizations; participation in workshops and conferences.
- Presentation of research findings in peer-reviewed publications;
- Incorporation of products into authoritative code repository.
Percentage Of Time
15%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - The office for this position will be located in Boulder, CO, at a federal facility and requires the ability to pass a tier one federal background check for building and HPC access. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the start date.
Search Contact
Jennifer.Raab@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
