Satellite Data Assimilation Scientist Atmospheric Chemistry

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Transit pass

Mentorship program

Professional development

Job summary

CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Research Scientist in Satellite Data Assimilation and Atmospheric Chemistry Model Development within NOAA’s CSL in Boulder, CO. The role focuses on developing a satellite data assimilation framework for global air quality forecasting using UFS-Chem, in collaboration with federal and university researchers.

The position is a two-year appointment, with federal clearance required and a start by 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in atmospheric sciences or relevant field with postdoctoral experience.
• Experience with satellite data assimilation is required.
• Experience with atmospheric chemical-transport model development is required.
• Experience with statistical evaluations and publication in peer‑reviewed literature is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and validates atmospheric chemical-transport models for research and operations.
• Integrates 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.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Python

Satellite data assimilation

Air quality modeling

High-performance computing

Data visualization

Atmospheric chemistry

Education

PhD in Atmospheric Sciences

Tools

None

Job description

CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Research Scientist in Satellite Data Assimilation and Atmospheric Chemistry Model Development within NOAA’s CSL in Boulder, CO. The role focuses on developing a satellite data assimilation framework for global air quality forecasting using UFS-Chem, in collaboration with federal and university researchers.

The position is a two-year appointment, with federal clearance required and a start by 2026.