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The Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth System Studies (CISESS) at the University of Maryland College Park is seeking a Faculty Assistant to support atmospheric chemistry and air quality research at NOAA’s Air Resources Laboratory (ARL) in College Park, MD. The successful candidate will play a key role in instrument research and development, calibration and engineering, and deployment, as well as data acquisition, analysis, and collaboration with NOAA scientists and partners.
The Faculty Assistant will:
1. Advance Atmospheric Measurement Methodologies – Participate in the calibration and characterization of state-of-the-art optical gas analyzers (e.g., chemiluminescence, pulsed fluorescence, UV/IR absorption, cavity ringdown, and broadband cavity-enhanced spectrometry). Investigate sources of measurement uncertainty and contribute to the development of improved calibration strategies.
2. Contribute to Instrument Development for Field Research – Support the design, laboratory testing, and field integration of novel atmospheric measurement systems on mobile and airborne platforms, including a next-generation 4-channel Broadband Cavity-Enhanced Spectrometry (BBCES) instrument for NO, NO₂, NOy, and O₃. Collaborate with ARL and colleagues from other NOAA Laboratory researchers to optimize optical, flow, electrical, and data acquisition subsystems for mobile and
airborne deployments.
3. Develop and Apply Research Software Tools – Create and adapt scientific software for data acquisition, quality assurance, and instrument control using programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Matlab, C, and LabVIEW. Innovate computational approaches to ensure robust data integrity, automated workflows, and adaptability for evolving research platforms.
4. Support UrbanNet Meteorological Monitoring – Assist with expanding and operating the UrbanNet observational network in the Washington, D.C.–Maryland region, as well as in focused periodic (usually annually) field campaigns in other parts of the country. Participate in the deployment of new sites, trouble shooting of meteorological instrumentation, integration and calibration of atmospheric and meteorological sensors, and evaluation of high-resolution datasets for urban air quality
research.
5. Perform Data Analysis and Contribute to Scientific Publications – Conduct advanced data analysis, including calibration refinement, background correction, and statistical evaluation of atmospheric measurements at high temporal resolution. Prepare publication-ready datasets, co-author manuscripts, and contribute to technical reports supporting NOAA’s air quality and climate research missions.
6. Engage in Scientific Collaboration – Work closely with NOAA, university, and federal research partners to support instrument innovation and field campaigns. Contribute to the design and evaluation of measurement strategies, present results to collaborators, and assist in disseminating research outcomes to the broader scientific community.
Qualifications:
● U.S. citizen.
● Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Electrical or other Engineering, or a related field.
● Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, electronics, optics, or atmospheric measurements.
● Proficiency in scientific programming as noted above for data visualization and analysis.
● Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including, with the handling and processing of large scientific datasets.
● Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Physical Demands: Sedentary and laboratory work.
Preferences: N/A
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials:** **CV, Cover Letter, and contact details for at least 3 references** **Best Consideration Date: 01/07/2026** **Posting Close Date:** **Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit .# **Department**CMNS-Atmospheric & Oceanic Science# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**80,000 - 100,000# **Benefits Summary**For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this .# **Background Checks**Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.# # **Employment Eligibility**The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.# The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.# # **Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with# **Search Firm Managed Recruitment**# There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: jobs@umd.edu
Phone: 301.405.7575
Maryland Relay: Dial 711
This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth System Studies (CISESS) at the University of Maryland College Park is seeking a Faculty Assistant to support atmospheric chemistry and air quality research at NOAA’s Air Resources Laboratory (ARL) in College Park, MD. The successful candidate will play a key role in instrument research and development, calibration and engineering, and deployment, as well as data acquisition, analysis, and collaboration with NOAA scientists and partners.
The Faculty Assistant will:
1. Advance Atmospheric Measurement Methodologies – Participate in the calibration and characterization of state-of-the-art optical gas analyzers (e.g., chemiluminescence, pulsed fluorescence, UV/IR absorption, cavity ringdown, and broadband cavity-enhanced spectrometry). Investigate sources of measurement uncertainty and contribute to the development of improved calibration strategies.
2. Contribute to Instrument Development for Field Research – Support the design, laboratory testing, and field integration of novel atmospheric measurement systems on mobile and airborne platforms, including a next-generation 4-channel Broadband Cavity-Enhanced Spectrometry (BBCES) instrument for NO, NO₂, NOy, and O₃. Collaborate with ARL and colleagues from other NOAA Laboratory researchers to optimize optical, flow, electrical, and data acquisition subsystems for mobile and
airborne deployments.
3. Develop and Apply Research Software Tools – Create and adapt scientific software for data acquisition, quality assurance, and instrument control using programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Matlab, C, and LabVIEW. Innovate computational approaches to ensure robust data integrity, automated workflows, and adaptability for evolving research platforms.
4. Support UrbanNet Meteorological Monitoring – Assist with expanding and operating the UrbanNet observational network in the Washington, D.C.–Maryland region, as well as in focused periodic (usually annually) field campaigns in other parts of the country. Participate in the deployment of new sites, trouble shooting of meteorological instrumentation, integration and calibration of atmospheric and meteorological sensors, and evaluation of high-resolution datasets for urban air quality
research.
5. Perform Data Analysis and Contribute to Scientific Publications – Conduct advanced data analysis, including calibration refinement, background correction, and statistical evaluation of atmospheric measurements at high temporal resolution. Prepare publication-ready datasets, co-author manuscripts, and contribute to technical reports supporting NOAA’s air quality and climate research missions.
6. Engage in Scientific Collaboration – Work closely with NOAA, university, and federal research partners to support instrument innovation and field campaigns. Contribute to the design and evaluation of measurement strategies, present results to collaborators, and assist in disseminating research outcomes to the broader scientific community.
Qualifications:
● U.S. citizen.
● Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Electrical or other Engineering, or a related field.
● Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, electronics, optics, or atmospheric measurements.
● Proficiency in scientific programming as noted above for data visualization and analysis.
● Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including, with the handling and processing of large scientific datasets.
● Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Physical Demands: Sedentary and laboratory work.
Preferences: N/A
Licenses/ Certifications: N/A# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials:** **CV, Cover Letter, and contact details for at least 3 references** **Best Consideration Date: 01/07/2026** **Posting Close Date:** **Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit .# **Department**CMNS-Atmospheric & Oceanic Science# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**80,000 - 100,000# **Benefits Summary**For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this .# **Background Checks**Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.# # **Employment Eligibility**The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.# The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.# # **Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with# **Search Firm Managed Recruitment**# There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities:The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.**Resources*** Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities withThe University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options:Email: jobs@umd.edu
Phone: 301.405.7575
Maryland Relay: Dial 711
This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status. #J-18808-Ljbffr