RESEARCH SCIENTIST: Atmospheric and Fire Science

National Institute of Aerospace • Hampton, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The National Institute of Aerospace (NIA) in Hampton, Virginia, is seeking a Research Scientist to conduct research in Atmospheric and Fire Science. The role will support the development of a satellite-derived smoke plume injection height database. This involves working with large databases and ArcGIS. Key research activities include linking space-based aerosol data to ground fires, developing a fire folder system for public data serving, and assisting in the creation of manuscripts with graphics and statistics. The position supports government customer programs and requires collaboration with government and academic professionals. The candidate will be expected to present progress at technical meetings.

Requirements

• MS or equivalent in Earth Science or Engineering.
• No less than 10 years post-graduate experience.
• Expertise or experience in using ArcGIS Model Builder.
• Expertise or experience in Python programming.
• Expertise or experience using satellite data, particularly for wildland fire, air quality and health.
• Expertise or experience in wildland fire (fuels, active fire, burned area, emissions).
• Expertise or experience working with large data sets.
• Expertise or experience in word products, e.g., worksheets (excel; access), word, Teams.
• Expertise or experience with data visualization and developing figures.
• Experience in one or more of the following topics: atmospheric sciences, fire or smoke science, modeling, weather, climate, forestry and/or ecology.
• A person who is motivated to author or assist in writing publications, assist in or lead proposal writing, and to present at conferences.
• Ability to successfully complete a background investigation required to obtain a NASA badge.

Nice To Haves

• Strong Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills that are based in scientific analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on Atmospheric and Fire science.
• Support the development of a satellite-derived smoke plume injection height database.
• Link space-based aerosol data to on-ground fires.
• Develop a fire folder system for public data serving.
• Assist in the development and writing of manuscripts, including generating graphics and statistics.
• Collaborate with individuals in government service and academia.
• Present progress at relevant technical meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior