Physical Scientist for High-Resolution Regional Modeling for Atmospheric Rivers
About The Position
Lynker is seeking a Physical Scientist for High-Resolution Regional Modeling for Atmospheric Rivers to support the Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) of the National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP). The role involves developing high-resolution regional modeling applications within the Unified Forecast System (UFS) for predicting atmospheric rivers and their impacts on the U.S. West Coast. The candidate will conduct scientific experiments with various atmospheric physical parameterizations (PBL, cloud microphysics, air-sea interactions) and evaluate results using verification tools and in-situ observations. UFS is a fully coupled earth system model. The position offers a hybrid schedule, with 2 days per week at the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP) office in College Park, MD, and 3 days per week remote.
Requirements
- A Master's degree or higher in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, geophysics, applied mathematics, or a related physical science field.
- Advanced knowledge of physics parameterization for earth system modeling applications.
- Advanced skills and knowledge of modern programming languages and object-oriented languages, such as Fortran and Python.
- Proficient with modern software development practices, such as the GitHub/Git version control software and environment.
- Experience working in a UNIX environment and familiarity with shell scripting languages and running complex jobs.
- Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a team environment and communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
- Familiar with various scientific data formats like NctCDF and GRIB2 and has experience analyzing large scientific datasets.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with developing and/or applying Atmospheric Single Column Models (SCM).
- Experience with operational NWP and/or an operational forecasting environment.
- Experience in testing and evaluating SCM and 3D models using both conventional and satellite observations.
Responsibilities
- Perform job duties both in an independent and collaborative environment, applying innovative methods for the primary work areas.
- Maintain and improve the accuracy and efficiency of PBL parameterizations for various UFS applications.
- Improve the physical parameterizations and earth system model components in the UFS.
- Collaborate with community developers to advance physics for weather and climate modeling across scales.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
