Research Scientist (Wildfire Modeling)

Karen Clark & Company • Boston, MA

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About The Position

KCC seeks a highly qualified physical scientist with wildfire-field experience to join its growing Model Development Team. The Research Scientist will work closely with scientists and engineers to develop KCC’s advanced atmospheric-peril catastrophe models, with an emphasis on wildfire models. The role includes developing wildfire hazard and impacts models, assembling supporting literature and datasets, testing models, documenting technical publications, and conducting post-disaster field surveys after major events.

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 US 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 literature and datasets related to model development.
• Conduct model sensitivity and validation tests.
• Provide documentation for technical publications.
• Conduct post-disaster field surveys after major events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Commuter benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree