University of Rochester
Earth & Environmental Sciences
ProjectAssistant
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“Project Assistant at University of Rochester. Skills: computational research activities, atmospheric science investigations, modeling tools, data assimilation frameworks, dataset preparation, model execution, result processing, method development, method testing, method refinement. Performs routine and standardized computational research activities in support of atmospheric science investigations.. Assists with the setup, operation, and application of established modeling tools and data assimila”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree required, Experience with using programming languages (R, python, and/or Fortran) for computation and visualization required
Nice to Have
Experience with chemical transport modeling, inverse methods (4D-VAR/adjoint), and handling large observational datasets preferred
What You'll Do.
Performs routine and standardized computational research activities in support of atmospheric science investigations.
Assists with the setup
and application of established modeling tools and data assimilation frameworks.
executes prescribed model runs
and records outputs in accordance with standard practices and procedures.
Supports the development
and refinement of methods under guidance.
Assists with the setup and execution of standardized computational analyses and prescribed model runs using existing atmospheric chemistry and transport modeling frameworks.
Prepares and organizes observational and model input datasets following established protocols.
Extracts data from designated sources and processes datasets using well-defined
Assists with generating routine figures
Performs routine quality control
and documentation of computational procedures and results.
Full Job Description
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. _**Job Location (Full Address):**_ 120 Trustee Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627 _**Opening:**_ Worker Subtype: Temporary Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 210560 Earth & Environmental Sciences Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 102 H Compensation Range: $17.00 - $22.10 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job 's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ _**Responsibilities:**_ Performs routine and standardized computational research activities in support of atmospheric science investigations. Assists with the setup, operation, and application of established modeling tools and data assimilation frameworks. Prepares datasets, executes prescribed model runs, processes results, and records outputs in accordance with standard practices and procedures. Supports the development, testing, and refinement of methods under guidance. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** * Assists with the setup and execution of standardized computational analyses and prescribed model runs using existing atmospheric chemistry and transport modeling frameworks. * Prepares and organizes observational and model input datasets following established protocols. * Extracts data from designated sources and processes datasets using well-defined, documented methods. Assists with generating routi
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