Satellite Data Assimilation Scientist Air Quality Modeling

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after training

Mentorship program

Training curriculum and professional发展

Job summary

CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Research Scientist in Satellite Data Assimilation and Atmospheric Chemistry Model Development in Boulder, CO. The role supports NOAA CSL’s ACM program, developing the UFS-Chem framework and integrating satellite observations through data assimilation.

The position is a 2-year appointment on a federal research campus with potential for extension and a hybrid work arrangement after training.

Qualifications

• PhD in atmospheric sciences or related field with at least two years postdoctoral research by Oct 1, 2026.
• Experience with satellite data assimilation is required.
• Experience with atmospheric chemical-transport model development is required.
• Experience with statistical evaluations and peer-reviewed publications is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and validates atmospheric chemical-transport models for research and operational use (CATChem).
• Incorporates JEDI framework for satellite data assimilation into UFS-Chem.
• Updates fire emissions in UFS-Chem to improve ozone and aerosol simulations.
• Evaluates model output against observations and publishes findings.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Satellite data assimilation

Atmospheric chemistry

Python programming

High-performance computing

Education

PhD in atmospheric sciences

Tools

UFS-Chem

CATChem library

Job description

CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Research Scientist in Satellite Data Assimilation and Atmospheric Chemistry Model Development in Boulder, CO. The role supports NOAA CSL’s ACM program, developing the UFS-Chem framework and integrating satellite observations through data assimilation.

The position is a 2-year appointment on a federal research campus with potential for extension and a hybrid work arrangement after training.