Physical Scientist - High-Res Atmospheric Rivers (Hybrid)

Lynker Technologies; College Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

Lynker Technologies seeks a Physical Scientist to advance high-resolution regional modeling for atmospheric rivers, supporting EMC of NCEP. The role emphasizes evaluating planetary boundary layer parameterizations, cloud processes, and air-sea interactions using tools like MetPlus and NetCDF data.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement: two days per week at the NCWCP College Park office and three days remote, collaboration across research and operations teams to improve models for U.S.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, geophysics, or related physical science field.
• Advanced knowledge of physics parameterization for earth system modeling applications.
• Advanced skills in modern programming languages, especially Fortran and Python.
• Proficient with GitHub/Git version control and environment.
• Experience in UNIX environment and shell scripting.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Familiar with data formats like NetCDF and GRIB2.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the accuracy and efficiency of PBL parameterizations for various UFS applications.
• Improve the physical parameterizations and earth system model components in the UFS.
• Collaborate with community developers to advance physics for weather and climate modeling across scales.

Skills

Fortran

Python

Git

UNIX

Shell scripting

Communication

Education

Master's degree in atmospheric sciences or related field

Tools

GitHub/Git

MetPlus

NetCDF/GRIB2

Job description

Lynker Technologies seeks a Physical Scientist to advance high-resolution regional modeling for atmospheric rivers, supporting EMC of NCEP. The role emphasizes evaluating planetary boundary layer parameterizations, cloud processes, and air-sea interactions using tools like MetPlus and NetCDF data.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement: two days per week at the NCWCP College Park office and three days remote, collaboration across research and operations teams to improve models for U.S.