Senior Computational Scientist: Earth System Data Assimilation

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR); Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UCAR invites applications for a Computational Scientist V to advance ocean and sea ice data assimilation within the GFS framework. The role emphasizes developing numerical methods, leading teams, and collaborating with NOAA/OMD to enhance atmosphere-ocean balance and sea surface temperature forecasting.

The candidate will mentor staff, contribute to publications, and engage with stakeholders while pursuing innovative computational science across Earth system programs.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced numerical methods and HPC expertise.
• Experience with data assimilation and Earth system models.
• Strong ability to communicate complex results to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex computational research aligned with program objectives.
• Develop scalable algorithms and HPC software for Earth system simulations.
• Mentor teams and coordinate with sponsors and stakeholders.

Skills

Numerical modeling

Parallel computing

Data assimilation

Scientific communication

Mentoring

Proposal development

Publications

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 15 years experience (or Master +11, PhD +7)

Tools

JEDI

Job description

UCAR invites applications for a Computational Scientist V to advance ocean and sea ice data assimilation within the GFS framework. The role emphasizes developing numerical methods, leading teams, and collaborating with NOAA/OMD to enhance atmosphere-ocean balance and sea surface temperature forecasting.

The candidate will mentor staff, contribute to publications, and engage with stakeholders while pursuing innovative computational science across Earth system programs.