Postdoctoral Research Associate
Job Description
Position Information
Position Information
| Working Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
|---|---|
| Department | Earth and Atmospheric Sciences-1086 |
| Requisition Number | F_220219 |
| Posting Open Date | 11/10/2022 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 12/12/2022 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (http://eas.unl.edu ) is seeking a postdoctoral research associate in atmospheric science to lead an examination of the impact of unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS) on numerical weather prediction (NWP). The selected candidate will conduct observing system simulation experiments (OSSEs) designed to assess the sensitivity of short-range (1-6 hr) convection-allowing NWP model performance to simulated UAS-based data. This is a 2-year appointment offering a competitive salary along with benefits, supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The successful candidate is expected to take a leadership role in the preparation of manuscripts for publication, dissemination of project results at conferences, and will be encouraged to collaborate on additional projects with the principal investigator and his research group. Opportunities for participation in field work both directly and tangentially related to this project will be available. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to seek out additional funding opportunities to support research beyond the life of the current awards. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination . |
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| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | |
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| How to Apply | Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents: |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Adam Houston 126 Bessey Hall ahouston2@unl.edu |
| Job Category | |
| Job Category (old) | Faculty Non-Tenure Leading |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes |
| If Temporary, indicate end date | |
| Planned Hire Date | 01/01/2023 |
| Appointment End Date | 12/31/2024 |
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