UCAR Research OpportunityNOAA Tropical Prediction Center / National Hurricane Center, Miami, FloridaA research meteorologist is being sought by UCAR Visiting Scientist Programs to work in the area of satellite retrievals of ocean surface vector winds. Several research organizations are collaborating in this exciting research effort. The selected scientist will work with forecasters located at the NOAA Tropical Prediction Center/National Hurricane Center (TPC/NHC) in Miami, Florida. See website: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/. This person will also have the opportunity to collaborate with the broader scientific community and may travel to meet with project partner organizations, including NCAR, NASA, the academic community, and other NOAA labs. Responsibilities include:
PhD. or M.S. in meteorology, atmospheric science, or a related discipline is desired or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of tropical cyclones or marine meteorology desirable. Experience in scatterometer wind retrievals desired, and skill with UNIX and GEMPAK. Salary is commensurate with the experience of the scientist and local living costs, and will be competitive with analogous university and government appointments. As a UCAR employee, the scientist will be covered by all UCAR policies and benefits. Benefits include generous health and dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, mandatory participation in a retirement fund (TIAA/CREF), and life insurance. UCAR will assist international visitors obtain a visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
This position will remain open until filled.
NOAA TPC/NHC Poster University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
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