Postdoctoral Position at NOAA Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory

Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey   USA

Cloud Parameterization in General Circulation Models

Through the UCAR Visiting Scientist Programs, the NOAA Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL) at Princeton University is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to participate in the development of a parameterization for boundary-layer clouds in general circulation models. The successful candidate will participate with a team of scientists in implementing and evaluating a new approach to parameterizing boundary-layer clouds based on sub-grid distributions of motion and moisture which govern cloud properties. Extensive use will be made of observations from the VOCALS [VAMOS (Variability of the American Monsoon Systems) Ocean-Cloud-Atmosphere-Land Study] field campaign to develop and evaluate the parameterization.  The position will provide opportunities to interact with scientists engaged in research on microphysical and aerosol aspects of cloud-climate interactions.

Essential Requirements: Ph.D. and experience in (1) general circulation, cloud-resolving, or large-eddy modeling and/or (2) development of physical parameterizations for general circulation models or numerical weather prediction.

Highly Desirable Requirements: Experience with field or satellite observations, or data analysis, especially for evaluating atmospheric models.

The successful candidate will be expected to publish in the scientific literature and participate in relevant scientific meetings, especially VOCALS Science Team meetings.

Further information about this position may be obtained by writing to Dr. Leo Donner at Leo.J.Donner@noaa.gov.

How to apply:
There is no application form.  Send the following materials to the UCAR/VSP:

  1. Cover letter identifying this program
  2. Curriculum vitae with a list of publications in refereed journals
  3. Names and addresses of three references. It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact the references and request that they submit letters in support of your application to VSP.
  4. PhD thesis abstract for recent PhDs.
  5. Proposed project description, including a statement of relevance to the GFDL.  Proposal must be titled and not exceed three pages, including references and figures.

Application deadline is July 15, 2008.  Application review will begin July 15; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Send applications and letters of reference to:
UCAR Visiting Scientist Programs
P.O. Box 3000
Boulder, CO  80307-3000 USA

You may send all this material electronically. For further information, please call 303-497-8634, send e-mail to: vsp@ucar.edu or visit the VSP website at: www.vsp.ucar.edu 

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UCAR / Visiting Scientist Programs
P.O. Box 3000
FL-4 / Suite 2200
Boulder, CO 80307-3000, USA

For further information please call (303) 497-8649 or send e-mail to vsp@ucar.edu
UCAR is an EO/AAE who values and encourages diversity in the workplace.