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Oak Ridge National Laboratory · 1 week ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Meteorologist

Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate - Meteorologist to focus on the development, testing, and deployment of data analysis methods for national security applications. The role involves performing research related to nuclear fuel-cycle processes and applying AI/ML techniques to enhance understanding of these processes.

Advanced MaterialsClean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementManufacturingNuclearRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conceptualizing and performing research on the variables associated with nuclear fuel-cycle processes

The fate, transport, dispersion, collection, and measurement of such variables

The analysis of these data to more clearly understand the original processes involved

The use and application of AI/ML techniques to national security problems

Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service

Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Qualification

AI/ML techniquesTransport modelingDispersion modelingData analyticsPythonRApplied statisticsProblem-solving skillsWritten communicationOral communicationTeam collaboration

Required

A PhD degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a related discipline

A minimum of 1 year of experience with the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) and the HYbrid Single Particle Lagrangian Integration Transport (HYSPLIT) models

Experience in advanced multivariate techniques

Demonstrated problem-solving skills, a willingness to apply those skills to a variety of problems, and the ability to determine and understand the broader context of his or her research

This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required

All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation

Preferred

Proficiency in multiple modern coding languages is preferred; experience using Python, R, and/or OriginLab is highly desirable

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory

Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs