Research Scientist (Wildfire Modeling)

Karen Clark & Company•Boston, MA

3d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

KCC seeks a highly qualified physical scientist with experience in wildfires to join its growing Model Development Team. The Research Scientist will work closely with scientists and engineers to develop KCC’s suite of advanced atmospheric-peril catastrophe models, with an emphasis on wildfire models. The role includes compiling literature and datasets, testing model sensitivity and validity, documenting technical publications, and conducting post-disaster field surveys after major events. The position may require travel within the United States or internationally with little advance notice.

Requirements

PhD in geophysical sciences or a related field.
Knowledge and experience in modeling wildfire behavior and spread.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including an eye for professional presentation.
Programming experience in a widely used language such as Python.
Ability to travel within the United States or internationally with little advance notice.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in advanced probability and statistical methods.
Experience with GIS software such as QGIS or ArcGIS.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop the technical aspects of wildfire hazard and impacts models.
Compile related literature and datasets required for model development.
Conduct model sensitivity and validation tests.
Provide documentation for technical publications.
Conduct post-disaster field surveys after major events.