The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago
Postdoctoral Researcher - Aerosols and hydroclimate risk
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $70K/yrThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated early career scientist for a one-year, full-time Postdoctoral Researcher position studying the role of anthropogenic aerosols in near-term climate risk. The Postdoctoral Researcher will contribute to high-impact, interdisciplinary climate science projects focused on understanding and projecting hydroclimate extremes in the context of evolving aerosol emissions.
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Responsibilities
Conduct scientific analysis to establish and explain the response of multivariate hydroclimate extremes to near-term evolution of global aerosol emissions using large ensemble data from RAMIP and other data sources
Lead writing of peer-reviewed publications and present findings at scientific conferences
Contribute scientific expertise across project activities led by other project team members
Contribute to mentorship of graduate student researchers
Qualification
Required
PhD in atmospheric science, climate science, or a related field received less than 5 years prior to date of hire
PhD must have been obtained within 3 years from date of hire
Preferred
Prior experience working with earth system multi-model large ensemble data
Knowledge of Regional Aerosol Model Intercomparison Project datasets and protocols
A strong track record of published and/or submitted manuscripts on hydroclimate topics
Strong written and oral presentation skills
Expertise in climate system physics and earth system modeling
Benefits
Plus benefits
Funding for publications and travel to a professional conference
Access to mentorship, networking, and professional development resources offered through the Jackson School for Geosciences and the University of Texas Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
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