Postdoctoral Fellow in Atmospheric Chemistry Modeling

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 67,600 - 91,826; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Atmospheric Chemistry Modeling. The role involves using satellite observations to quantify methane emissions and exploring related atmospheric chemistry problems. A Ph.D. in atmospheric science is required, along with experience in modeling and scientific programming.

The salary ranges from $67,600 to $91,826, depending on factors such as rank and experience. Harvard promotes equal opportunity and inclusion across its community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in atmospheric science and substantial experience in modeling of atmospheric composition.
• Experience with GEOS-Chem model and with inverse analyses.
• Strong scientific programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on using satellite observations of atmospheric methane to quantify methane emissions.
• Conduct inverse analyses related to atmospheric chemistry.
• Participate in model development and other related problems.

Skills

Modeling of atmospheric composition

Scientific programming

Experience with GEOS-Chem model

Inverse analyses

Education

Ph.D. in atmospheric science

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow in Atmospheric Chemistry Modeling

Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in Atmospheric Chemistry Modeling

School: Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Department/Area: Environmental Science and Engineering

Position Description: The successful candidate will work on using satellite observations of atmospheric methane to better quantify methane emissions on regional to global scales through inverse analyses. The candidate will also have the opportunity to work on other problems related to global atmospheric chemistry, air quality, and model development.

Basic Qualifications

Ph.D. in atmospheric science and substantial experience in modeling of atmospheric composition.

Additional Qualifications

Experience with the GEOS-Chem model and with inverse analyses, strong scientific programming skills. Experience with inverse modeling is a plus.

Salary

$67,600 – $91,826, pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

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