Forecast Scientist: S2S Drought & Flash Forecasts

ERT; College Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Membership Reimbursement

Publication and Conference Presentation Awards

Job summary

A climate research organization is seeking a Meteorologist to support drought outlook projects at NOAA's Climate Prediction Center. This role involves producing and evaluating drought forecasts, conducting research on flash drought predictability, and presenting findings. Candidates should have a Master's degree in atmospheric science or hydrology and strong programming skills in Python and MATLAB. The position requires 40% in-office presence in College Park, MD, with a competitive salary range of $46,000 - $221,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of major modes of climate variability.
• Ability to apply statistical postprocessing methods.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Responsibilities

• Post-process S2S dynamical model forecasts.
• Produce and evaluate S2S forecasts for drought.
• Perform research on flash drought predictability.
• Develop probabilistic flash drought forecasts.
• Present findings at conferences.
• Write technical reports and scientific papers.

Skills

Knowledge of S2S drought predictability

5+ years experience analyzing atmospheric data

Experience running land surface models

Strong programming capabilities in Python, Fortran, MATLAB, Unix

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

MS in atmospheric science, meteorology or hydrology

PhD preferred

Job description

A climate research organization is seeking a Meteorologist to support drought outlook projects at NOAA's Climate Prediction Center. This role involves producing and evaluating drought forecasts, conducting research on flash drought predictability, and presenting findings. Candidates should have a Master's degree in atmospheric science or hydrology and strong programming skills in Python and MATLAB. The position requires 40% in-office presence in College Park, MD, with a competitive salary range of $46,000 - $221,000 annually.