Research Scientist – USRA

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Job summary

A leading research corporation in Greenbelt, Maryland seeks a Research Scientist with a proven publication record to focus on Earth System modeling. The role involves improving analysis techniques and utilizing NASA satellite observations to deepen understanding of environmental interactions. A PhD in Earth Sciences or a related field is essential for candidates.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Earth Sciences or related field.
• Proven publication record in relevant research.

Responsibilities

• Work on the Goddard Earth Observing System (GEOS) model.
• Conduct research on interactions between land, atmosphere, and ocean.
• Use NASA’s satellite observations to analyze Earth System.

Skills

Knowledge of structured programming languages

High-performance computing

Software packages for data processing

Data visualization

Education

PhD in Earth Sciences or a related field

Job description

Overview

USRA is an independent, nonprofit research corporation where the combined efforts of in-house talent and university-based expertise merge to advance space science and technology. USRA conducts research across biomedicine, planetary science, astrophysics, and engineering and applies those competencies to fundamental research, facility management, and operations. USRA collaborates with the research community to develop and deliver sophisticated, forward-looking solutions to Federal agencies and other customers – on schedule and within budget.

USRA seeks a Research Scientist with a proven publication record to work on the Goddard Earth Observing System (GEOS) Earth System modeling and analysis capabilities. Potential research foci include interactions between land, atmosphere and ocean, with an emphasis on interactive study of the energy, water, or carbon cycles. The incumbent is expected to work on improvements to the underlying model or analysis techniques and to use the GEOS systems in conjunction with NASA’s satellite observations to further understanding of the Earth System. Applications of reanalysis systems or observing system simulation experiments, in the earth-system context, are also relevant themes.

Required Experience

• PhD in Earth Sciences or a related field.
• Knowledge of structured programming languages and high-performance computing, as well as software packages for data processing and visualization.