Job Summary
The
Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Utah has a
Postdoctoral Scholar position available to join our research team
focused on understanding the carbon cycle of mountainous regions of the
Western U.S., as part of a NASA-funded Carbon Monitoring System project.
The research team includes researchers from the School of Biological
Sciences at the University of Utah, Caltech, the National Center for
Atmospheric Research, and the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Key
research tools include satellite-observed solar-induced fluorescence
(SIF), the Community Land Model (CLM), and the Data Assimilation
Research Testbed (DART). There will be opportunities to work with
students and scientists across multiple universities and research
institutions, as well as opportunities to engage stakeholders about the
scientific results.
Interested applicants can find more details and submit their applications at:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/135290
About Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt
Lake City is the “crossroads of the West” with exceptional quality of
life opportunities. Within an hour of the city there are 7 ski resorts,
wilderness trailheads, mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing, and
endless hiking trails. Within a five hour drive there are 7 National
Parks, rafting, canyoneering, and more. Salt Lake City has a vibrant
concert scene, many museums, and the state capitol is just a few miles
from the University of Utah.
Qualifications
A
Ph.D. in the geosciences or related fields (atmospheric sciences,
biology, ecology, forestry, environmental sciences, chemistry,
statistics, data sciences, computer sciences, engineering or other STEM
field) is required at the time of hire. The successful candidate should
have a demonstrated ability to carry out computer modeling, conduct data
analyses, and communicate results in peer-reviewed literature and
presentations.
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Analyses of satellite and ground-based observations
- Data assimilation of aforementioned observations with the Community Land Model (CLM)
- Critical evaluation of model output
- Communicate results in peer-reviewed literature, in conference presentations, and to stakeholders.
The
position will be funded for one year from the date of hire with a
second year of funding contingent on performance. The position will be
available beginning August 1, 2022 and will remain open until filled.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience
with carbon cycle or land surface modeling and computer programming in a
Linux or UNIX environment (R or Python, shell scripts, Fortran) is
strongly desired.
Additional Information
The
University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in
settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong
commitment to improving access to higher education for historically
underrepresented students.
Individuals
from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women,
qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are
encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified
applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah
state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application
process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The
University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer
and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion,
national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender,
gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related
conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The
University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education
program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR
part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or
activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the
application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title
IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil
Rights, or both.
