Cpaess Scientist Iii

UCAR

College Park, Maryland, US
Base: $84,100 - $109,300; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Subseasonal to seasonal forecasting expertise
Ai/ml model calibration and bias correction
Global climate system knowledge africa caribbean latin america
** UCAR is seeking a CPAESS Scientist III to enhance sub-seasonal to seasonal climate predictions and engage with stakeholders in agriculture, water management, and health. The role involves applying advanced forecasting methods and requires bilingual proficiency in English and either Spanish or French. **

Job Summary

  • The position supports NOAA's Climate Prediction Center under the Early Warning Systems program to improve predictions of extreme climate events.
  • Candidates must demonstrate professional bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or English and French to communicate technical information to stakeholders.
  • UCAR offers competitive benefits including a fully vested retirement contribution starting at 10% of eligible pay and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** UCAR is seeking a CPAESS Scientist III to enhance sub-seasonal to seasonal climate predictions and engage with stakeholders in agriculture, water management, and health. The role involves applying advanced forecasting methods and requires bilingual proficiency in English and either Spanish or French. **

Salary

Base: $84,100 - $109,300; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Tuition assistance, 10% retirement match, 20 days PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Subseasonal to seasonal forecasting expertise
  • AI/ML model calibration and bias correction
  • Global climate system knowledge Africa Caribbean Latin America
  • Bilingual proficiency English Spanish or French
  • Stakeholder engagement in developing-world contexts
  • GIS tools for mapping extreme events

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with operational forecast workflows
  • Mentoring less experienced colleagues
  • Peer-reviewed publication experience
  • Collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
  • Proposal development skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD in scientific discipline or equivalent education/experience
  • 8 years related experience with Bachelor's degree
  • 4 years related experience with Master's degree
  • Work location within the U.S. excluding territories
  • Federal background checks and screens required

Work Rights

Must work within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories

Sponsorship: available

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