College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University · 3 months ago
TTU Research Scientist - NWP
Lubbock
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$86,800/mo - $112,900/moThe College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University is seeking a Research Scientist to contribute to its mission through impactful research and service. The role focuses on enhancing weather prediction systems to improve the forecasting of severe flooding and high-impact weather events in Texas.
Higher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Contributes to the university's mission through research and service
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations
Work with a group established to substantially enhance the 0-48hr prediction of severe Texas flooding and other types of high-impact weather events. This will be done by creating a state-of-the-art weather prediction system that serves as the first step of a new State of Texas infrastructure built to protect lives, property, and the economy
Focus is on 1) the design, implementation, and maintenance of a real-time high-resolution (1km grid spacing) ensemble modeling system positioned over Texas, and 2) the generation of specific data streams that can support products for specific user groups (e.g., Texas emergency management, Texas Department of Transportation, National Weather Service, or hydrologic modeling efforts)
Close collaboration with several State of Texas and National Weather Service partners and some associated travel
Qualification
Required
Academic degree as defined by the academic unit and as appropriate for the position held
Demonstrated record of effectiveness as a researcher
Should have a record of activity which has contributed to the discipline or field of research
This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience
Experience running convection-allowing numerical weather prediction models
Cloud-based and/or Linux computing and programming experience
Ability to maintain a continuous real-time weather forecasting system
Works well within a team environment
Preferred
Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences, Engineering, or Computer Sciences
Company
College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University
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Founded in 1925
51-200 employees
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