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Research Associate
The Cooperate Institute for Mesoscale Meteorological Studies (CIMMS) at the University of Oklahoma is currently looking for a research associate to collaborate with scientists in the National Severe Storms Laboratory’s (NSSL) Severe Weather Warning Applications and Technology Transfer (SWAT) group on the development of scientific applications and applied research that assists forecasters in the warning decision-making process for severe weather events.
The duties of this position are:
1) Acquire and apply expertise in severe local storms and the warning-decision-making process.
2) Apply meteorological remote sensors in the development of warning decision-making applications, including data from multi-radar/multi-sensor networks, polarimetric radar, and phased array radar.
3) Participate in applied research experiments in the Hazardous Weather Testbed’s Experimental Warning Program.
4) Attend meetings and professional conferences to present research results and interact with collaborators and users.
5) Review technical and professional publications and attend seminars to stay abreast of current developments in meteorological and remote sensing science.
The minimum qualifications for the position are:
1) A Masters Degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related area;
2) Computer programming experience (Object- Oriented programming experience is desirable);
3) Emphasis will be placed on applicants with experience with severe local storms, Doppler radar, and warning decision-making.
Applicants should identify expertise with any of the following areas: Severe Local Storms; Warning Decision Making; Doppler Weather Radar; Polarimetric Weather Radar; Computer Programming. Good oral and written communication skills are needed for the position. Please indicate experience with Linux (or UNIX) operating systems, programming skills (including web-based) and Geographic Information Systems.
Normal working hours will be observed except for occasional irregular hours during data collection, warning/forecast experiments or workshops conducted at remote sites. Incumbents will receive training and gain expertise in the latest radar and other remote sensing technology and warning decision-making.
Supervision will be provided by CIMMS staff. Technical oversight will be provided by CIMMS staff, NSSL scientists, and NSSL management. Works under general supervision but is expected to determine action to be taken in handling all but unusual situations. Incumbents in this position are not expected to supervise other employees, but may serve as leaders of technical teams.
The beginning salary will be $45,000 to $55,000 per year, dependent on experience, with University benefits. Information on benefits may be found at
http://www.hr.ou.edu/employment/WorkingatOU.asp.
The position is expected to begin March 2008.
To apply for the position, please forward your resume, cover letter and list of three references to:
Tracy Reinke
Executive Director, Finance and Operations
University of Oklahoma CIMMS
120 David L. Boren Blvd., Suite 2100
Norman, OK 73072-7304
[email protected]
The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
University of Oklahoma CIMMS
120 David L. Boren Blvd., Suite 2100
Norman, OK 73072-7304
[email protected]
The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
