Satellite Data Assimilation Scientist (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after training period

Transit pass

Mentorship program

Training curriculum

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 CSL in Boulder, CO. The successful candidate will advance a satellite data assimilation framework for global air quality forecasting using UFS-Chem.

The role involves developing and validating atmospheric-chemistry transport models, integrating JEDI, updating emissions, and publishing findings.

Qualifications

• PhD in atmospheric sciences or related field; 2+ years postdoc by Oct 1, 2026.
• Experience with satellite data assimilation is required.
• Experience with atmospheric chemical-transport model development (UFS experience preferred) is required.
• Experience with statistical evaluations and validations is required.
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed literature is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Python

Data processing

HPC

Cloud computing

Communication

Education

PhD in atmospheric sciences

Postdoctoral research experience

Tools

CATChem library

JEDI framework

UFS-Chem

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 CSL in Boulder, CO. The successful candidate will advance a satellite data assimilation framework for global air quality forecasting using UFS-Chem.

The role involves developing and validating atmospheric-chemistry transport models, integrating JEDI, updating emissions, and publishing findings.