Post graduate Research Assistant

University Of North Dakota

Job Location:

Grand Forks, ND - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Salary/Position Classification

$23.00 hourly Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
hours per week
100% Remote Work Availability: No
Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time non-benefited position.

Duties & Responsibilities 100% -

Investigate the climatology and formation of tropical cyclones in the Institut Pierre-Simon Laplace (IPSL) climate model with an emphasis on African easterly waves.
Present results at informal research group meetings to Atmospheric Sciences students and faculty and/or at professional conferences.
Attend monthly meetings of the NOAA Model Diagnostics Task Force (MDTF) via Google Meet and monthly meetings with collaborators from Penn State University. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

Basic understanding of controls on tropical cyclone climatology including formation structure and intensity.
Data analysis and computer programming proficiency using Python MATLAB or an equivalent language.
Experience with technical writing and reading peer-reviewed scientific literature.

Minimum Requirements

Must have a degree in Atmospheric Sciences
Must have completed ATSC 270 (Computer Concepts in Meteorology) and ATSC 350 (Atmospheric Thermodynamics) through UND ATSC Department.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
-Updated resume
-Technical writing sample
-Unofficial Transcript

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Salary/Position Classification$23.00 hourly Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)hours per week100% Remote Work Availability: NoHybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): NoPurpose of PositionThis is a part-time non-benefited position.Duties & Responsibilities 100% -Investigate the climat...