Staff Scientist
ARA•Raleigh, NC
•Hybrid
About The Position
ARA’s IntraRisk Group is seeking a staff scientist to work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement engineering computer models for high wind hazards, structural response, and loss estimation. The successful candidate for this position will have a strong background in hurricane, flood, and/or tornado modeling and interest in using such models for insured loss estimation. The IntraRisk Group is based in Raleigh, NC. Remote work may be considered for the right candidate.
Requirements
- Basic understanding and use of building codes/analysis methods.
- Strong problem-solving, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability to clearly communicate with collaborators and ask for assistance when needed.
- Attention to detail and desire to learn from mentors.
- Strong self-starter with the ability to pick up new technologies quickly.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Agility, poise, focus, and communication skills are a must.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil/Structural Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, or related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience; advanced degree may be considered in fulfillment of the experience requirement.
- At least one course in computer programming and relevant experience in developing computer codes (e.g., FORTRAN, C, C++, and/or Python) for natural hazard risk assessment.
- Candidates selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with catastrophe modeling and property insurance risk modeling concepts is preferred.
- Advanced degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and use engineering computer codes such as wind/storm surge/wave hazard models and engineering fragility models for wind loading effects.
- Process and interpret property insurance exposure data for input to HurLoss, ARA’s hurricane catastrophe loss model.
- Work with end users to understand how HurLoss can be used to support their catastrophe modeling needs.
- Apply probability and statistics in engineering.
- Support multiple projects and interact with current and prospective clients.
- Document work and write technical reports.
Benefits
- employee stock ownership
- performance bonuses
- professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
