Sandia National Laboratories
Post Doctoral Appointee, Atmospheric Sciences- Hybrid
Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Job ID: 696127
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
About Sandia
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide Extraordinary co-workers Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world Career advancement and enrichment opportunities Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 and 4/10 compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance* World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
*These benefits vary by job classification. What Your Job Will Be Like
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee with expertise and interest in large-scale atmospheric dynamics, including stratospheric transport and impacts. You will work in an interdisciplinary team to develop novel computational approaches that capture quantitative relationships between multiple variables over space and time. As an Earth system scientist in Sandia's Atmospheric Science department, your work will lie at the interface of climate sciences, computational modeling, data analytics, machine learning, spatiotemporal statistics, optimization, and uncertainty quantification. On any given day, you will be called on to: Work with the DOE E3SM and SCREAM models to represent the earth system and atmospheric processes. Develop novel code to improve the representation of the physical processes that govern the stratosphere within E3SM/SCREAM. Characterize the variability and perturbations of stratospheric aerosol and radiative forcing associated with aerosol injections such as volcanic eruptions. Identify atmospheric teleconnections and relationships between natural modes As a postdoctoral appointee, we will also be expecting and supporting you to: Publish your work in peer-reviewed journals. Present your work at relevant conference venues. Network with other scientists both within and outside Sandia Pursue follow-on research in support of broad-ranging mission areas The selected applicant can work a combination of onsite and offsite work. The selected applicant must live within a reasonable distance for commuting to the assigned work location when necessary. Qualifications We Require
Recent PhD in Atmospheric or Climate Sciences, or in a related field Proven research experience, as evidenced by strong record of research publications and presentations Experience in climate modeling, analysis, and interpretation At least one of the following: Running simulations with coupled Earth system models (e.g., E3SM, CESM, GFDL, GISS) Evaluation of climate model performance as encompassed by any of the following: computational performance, predictive accuracy, sensitivity of parameterizations in response to distinct forcings, comparison to observational records Analysis of climate datasets to establish constraints, mechanistic connections, or sensitivity of target quantities to sources of variability Analysis of climate variability and large-scale dynamics (e.g., ENSO, NAO, Polar Vortex, AMO, QBO) Computer languages used for modeling and analysis (C, C++, Fortran, Python, Julia, R, MATLAB) Qualifications We Desire
Expertise in one or more of the following: Stratospheric dynamics Clouds and precipitation Downscaling climate models and regional analysis Internal/natural/forced variability and inter-model variability Ensemble analysis and coupled global climate models Component model coupling and its influence on dynamics Development of components within climate models Familiarity with high performance computing environments Proven ability to advance climate science in high-impact publications Ability to conduct self-directed research Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments Proven research community leadership and outreach Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills Desire to perform in a dynamic environment and service to the nation Ability to travel for business and research About Our Team
8913 Atmospheric Sciences - The staff in the Atmospheric Sciences Department at Sandia National Labs have expertise in atmospheric measurements and modeling, covering theory to application, including development, measurement systems, field campaigns, and sensing expertise. Posting Duration This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time. Security Clearance
Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review and to obtain/maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. A federal background investigation may be required for access to classified information. Issues such as substance abuse or falsification of information can prevent clearance and termination of employment. EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected class. NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs
If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements. If selected for an on-site interview, additional steps may be necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.
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Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide Extraordinary co-workers Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world Career advancement and enrichment opportunities Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 and 4/10 compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance* World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
*These benefits vary by job classification. What Your Job Will Be Like
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee with expertise and interest in large-scale atmospheric dynamics, including stratospheric transport and impacts. You will work in an interdisciplinary team to develop novel computational approaches that capture quantitative relationships between multiple variables over space and time. As an Earth system scientist in Sandia's Atmospheric Science department, your work will lie at the interface of climate sciences, computational modeling, data analytics, machine learning, spatiotemporal statistics, optimization, and uncertainty quantification. On any given day, you will be called on to: Work with the DOE E3SM and SCREAM models to represent the earth system and atmospheric processes. Develop novel code to improve the representation of the physical processes that govern the stratosphere within E3SM/SCREAM. Characterize the variability and perturbations of stratospheric aerosol and radiative forcing associated with aerosol injections such as volcanic eruptions. Identify atmospheric teleconnections and relationships between natural modes As a postdoctoral appointee, we will also be expecting and supporting you to: Publish your work in peer-reviewed journals. Present your work at relevant conference venues. Network with other scientists both within and outside Sandia Pursue follow-on research in support of broad-ranging mission areas The selected applicant can work a combination of onsite and offsite work. The selected applicant must live within a reasonable distance for commuting to the assigned work location when necessary. Qualifications We Require
Recent PhD in Atmospheric or Climate Sciences, or in a related field Proven research experience, as evidenced by strong record of research publications and presentations Experience in climate modeling, analysis, and interpretation At least one of the following: Running simulations with coupled Earth system models (e.g., E3SM, CESM, GFDL, GISS) Evaluation of climate model performance as encompassed by any of the following: computational performance, predictive accuracy, sensitivity of parameterizations in response to distinct forcings, comparison to observational records Analysis of climate datasets to establish constraints, mechanistic connections, or sensitivity of target quantities to sources of variability Analysis of climate variability and large-scale dynamics (e.g., ENSO, NAO, Polar Vortex, AMO, QBO) Computer languages used for modeling and analysis (C, C++, Fortran, Python, Julia, R, MATLAB) Qualifications We Desire
Expertise in one or more of the following: Stratospheric dynamics Clouds and precipitation Downscaling climate models and regional analysis Internal/natural/forced variability and inter-model variability Ensemble analysis and coupled global climate models Component model coupling and its influence on dynamics Development of components within climate models Familiarity with high performance computing environments Proven ability to advance climate science in high-impact publications Ability to conduct self-directed research Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments Proven research community leadership and outreach Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills Desire to perform in a dynamic environment and service to the nation Ability to travel for business and research About Our Team
8913 Atmospheric Sciences - The staff in the Atmospheric Sciences Department at Sandia National Labs have expertise in atmospheric measurements and modeling, covering theory to application, including development, measurement systems, field campaigns, and sensing expertise. Posting Duration This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time. Security Clearance
Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review and to obtain/maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. A federal background investigation may be required for access to classified information. Issues such as substance abuse or falsification of information can prevent clearance and termination of employment. EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected class. NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs
If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements. If selected for an on-site interview, additional steps may be necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.
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