Postdoc: High-Res Convective Storm Modeling & AI

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 72,879 - 121,465; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to enhance severe weather prediction through physics-based and AI/ML approaches. The successful candidate will conduct high-resolution simulations and contribute to model development while publishing findings and collaborating with the Earth system science community.

This role requires a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science or related field, strong numerical modeling skills, and proficiency in programming languages like Python and C++. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $72,879.00-$121,465.00.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. typically completed within the past 0–5 years in Atmospheric Science or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in convective storms, precipitation processes, or severe winds.
• Strong experience in numerical modeling and high-performance computing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-resolution model simulations of convective storms.
• Contribute to model development using AI/ML approaches.
• Analyze model outputs alongside observational datasets.

Skills

Numerical modeling

High-performance computing

AI/ML methods

Scientific writing

Team collaboration

Data analysis techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science or related field

Tools

Python

Fortran

C++

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to enhance severe weather prediction through physics-based and AI/ML approaches. The successful candidate will conduct high-resolution simulations and contribute to model development while publishing findings and collaborating with the Earth system science community.

This role requires a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science or related field, strong numerical modeling skills, and proficiency in programming languages like Python and C++. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $72,879.00-$121,465.00.