Cpaess Scientist Ii

UCAR

College Park, Maryland, United States
Base: $70,900 - $92,200; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid (3 days in-person, 2 days remote)
Python fortran matlab programming
Sub-seasonal to seasonal forecasting
Global ensemble model processing
UCAR is seeking a CPAESS Scientist II to enhance forecasting tools for sub-seasonal to seasonal climate predictions, focusing on collaboration and technical development. The position requires proficiency in scientific programming and bilingual communication, particularly in English and either Spanish or French

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on developing technical forecasting tools to improve sub-seasonal to seasonal predictions of extreme climate events under NOAA's Early Warning Systems program.
  • Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in scientific programming languages like Python, Fortran, or MATLAB to process model outputs and apply statistical methods.
  • UCAR offers competitive benefits including a fully vested retirement contribution starting at day one, 100% paid parental leave, and flexible work arrangements.

Matching Summary

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UCAR is seeking a CPAESS Scientist II to enhance forecasting tools for sub-seasonal to seasonal climate predictions, focusing on collaboration and technical development. The position requires proficiency in scientific programming and bilingual communication, particularly in English and either Spanish or French.

Salary

Base: $70,900 - $92,200; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 10% retirement contribution, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 20 days PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python Fortran MATLAB programming
  • Sub-seasonal to seasonal forecasting
  • Global ensemble model processing
  • Unix scripting workflows
  • Bilingual English Spanish or French

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Caribbean Latin America Africa climate
  • Stakeholder communication skills
  • GIS-based mapping expertise
  • Multivariate spectral analysis
  • Training material development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree or Master's Degree
  • 4 years related experience or equivalent combination
  • Professional bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or French

Work Rights

Must be within the U.S. excluding territories; Visa sponsored job available

Sponsorship: available

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