Research Assistant-Skinner Lab (temporary part-time) (BP)
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Job Location:
Lowell, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
General Summary of Position:
The applicant will research the characteristics and drivers of New England wildfires in observational data. This will involve collecting and analyzing U.S. Forest Service wildfire incident datasets and a suite of weather and climate datasets. Results will be visualized synthesized and communicated in a manuscript.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Requirements for the position include an atmospheric Science B.S. degree as well as strong familiarity with Python and standard climate packages and analysis techniques.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with wildfire weather and climate. Evidence of strong scientific writing and communication skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.
This is a part-time temporary non-unit non-benefited position.
Please include a resume with your and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. Submission of a cover letter is optional.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
UMass Lowell, a midsized public research university located north of Boston, offers full- and part-time students bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs online and on campus.
