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Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow
American University: College of Arts & Sciences: Department of Environmental Science
Location
Washington, D.C.
Open Date

Mar 31, 2023

Description

The Department of Environmental Science in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University seeks a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow (dependent on degree) in the field of atmospheric aerosol modeling. The fellow will participate in two NASA-funded projects aiming at understanding the development of volcanic plumes and their impacts on atmospheric reanalysis and data assimilation. Specifically, the fellow will use the NASA GEOS Earth System Model in combination with satellite and in-situ observations, as well as the output of a plume model, to improve the model representation of volcanic plumes and understand their impacts on the climate and atmospheric composition. 

Specific duties of the position include:

• Carrying out model simulations with the NASA Earth System model.
• Model development and implementation in FORTRAN and Python.
• Use of remote sensing data.
• Analysis of climate model output.
• Presentation of results at scientific meetings and publication in scientific journals.
• (Occasionally) mentoring of graduate and/or undergraduate students.

This is a 1-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal based on the availability of funding. The salary is commensurate with experience, starting at $62,000 per year. The anticipated start date for this position is August 1, 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be based at American University in Washington, DC and will be supervised by Dr. Valentina Aquila.

Review of applications will begin on May 1st and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have strong quantitative and programming skills and familiarity with the representation of volcanic plumes in plume and/or general circulation models. Candidates with an expertise in aerosol modeling and an interest in studying volcanic plumes are also encouraged to apply.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s Degree on or before August 1, 2023.
• Proficient coding skills.
• Expertise in aerosol modeling.

Preferred qualifications:

• PhD in atmospheric science, geology, geoscience, geography, environmental engineering, physics, or another field relevant to aerosol and/or volcanic plume modeling on or before August 1, 2023.
• Expertise in volcanic plume development.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Evidence of ability to publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of ability to work independently.

 

Application Instructions

Required Documents

A cover letter detailing the applicant's interest in the position and highlighting relevant skills. Please include examples of relevant work. 

A CV that includes educational information, quantitative training, data analysis skills (including level of proficiency with relevant programs and languages), and publications. 

Names and contact information for 3 references.

Please contact Dr. Valentina Aquila, at aquila@american.edu for questions.

Application Process
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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not  discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.

American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus.

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check. 

American University is required to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). In accordance with the Clery Act, each year American University prepares an Annual Security Report. This report contains campus crime statistics as well as descriptions of Public Safety's services. It is available to all applicants upon request by calling the Department of Public Safety at 202-885-2537 or the Annual Security Report is also available online .

 

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