Postdoctoral Associate

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The Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS) at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Postdoctoral Associate position in meteorology to work in Miami, FL. The research focus is on boundary-layer dynamics and air-sea interactions in tropical cyclones (TCs) using an observational database and high-resolution numerical simulations. Related fields with similar expertise will be considered as well.

The incumbent will contribute to research that emphasizes the analysis of observational data sets obtained by NOAA to improve the understanding of internal processes of TCs, leading to enhanced forecasts. The incumbent will focus on analyzing the uncrewed and crewed aircraft data to improve understanding of boundary-layer processes in TCs, evaluate the impact of new data, and to potentially improve parameterization routines in operational hurricane models. The successful candidate will be required to publish scientific results in top-tier peer-reviewed journals. Other activities may include assisting in research investigations on air-sea interactions and participating in the collection of new observations during NOAA’s Annual Hurricane Field Program.

Department Specific Functions

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Develop clearly-written, commented code to analyze observational data sets.

• Produce peer-reviewed manuscripts.

• Present the results at conferences.

• Run and analyze a high-level operational numerical model

• Adhere to industry and institutional standard operating procedures.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required education is a PhD in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or closely related fields. Knowledge of air-sea interactions and boundary-layer processes in hurricanes is preferred. We encourage motivated individuals with advanced programming skills and strong publication records to apply. Skill in analyzing/evaluating large data sets is highly desirable. Knowledge of an advanced programming language such as MATLAB, python, etc. is required. Basic understanding of the current state of tropical cyclone research is required. Experience with field experiments and hurricane operational forecast models is a plus. The successful candidate must be able to work collaboratively within a diverse and dynamic team.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

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