Senior Data Analyst, Air Quality Modeling & Reporting

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k & 457 plans

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Professional development

Longevity pay

Wellness program

Onsite nurse practitioner

Work-life balance

Job summary

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join the Air Quality Division in Austin. The role focuses on photochemical modeling, data analysis, and reporting to EPA, the public, and scientific community.

You will lead SIP modeling activities, design modeling databases, and provide technical guidance while working with CAMx, AERMOD, and NETCDF data. A strong background in environmental data and modeling is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with conducting air quality modeling runs and post-processing results.
• Experience using Unix-based and/or Linux-based computing systems and with compiling software.
• Experience retrieving, reviewing, and analyzing complex data sets, specifically in netCDF format.
• Experience using advanced scientific models and/or software programs and working with scientific data.
• Experience developing technical documentation.
• Experience communicating technical information to various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead air quality modeling activities related to SIP development, including CAMx/AERMOD runs, scheduling, post-processing, and data analysis.
• Oversee the design and planning of modeling databases/programs and evaluate new data analysis techniques.
• Prepare technical reports/presentations for EPA, the public, and scientific community; peer review data/visualization programs.
• Provide technical guidance, advice, and training to staff in photochemical modeling, databases, and system administration.

Skills

CAMx

AERMOD

Unix/Linux

NetCDF

Scientific modeling

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join the Air Quality Division in Austin. The role focuses on photochemical modeling, data analysis, and reporting to EPA, the public, and scientific community.

You will lead SIP modeling activities, design modeling databases, and provide technical guidance while working with CAMx, AERMOD, and NETCDF data. A strong background in environmental data and modeling is essential.