Scientist

Requirements

• A successful candidate will have background and familiarity with all or some of the following:
• Precipitation measurement
• Precipitation uncertainty quantification and error propagation
• Stochastic or dynamical downscaling of climate model variables
• Statistics, statistical software
• Python, C++, MATLAB, or other programming language, scripting
• High performance and high-throughput computing
• Scientific proposal writing
• Hydrologic modeling
• Education:
• PhD required in precipitation science or related field
• How to Apply:
• Please go to the "Apply Now" area and select your current UW Employment Status. Applicants are required to upload a resume and a cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience as it pertains to the required and preferred qualifications outlined in this job posting.
• Contact Information:
• Barry Crook
• barry.crook@wisc.edu
• Institutional Statement on Diversity:
• The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
• The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Additional Information

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Scientist I Job Summary: This position will conduct computational research to characterize and model uncertainty in probabilistic rainfall and flood hazard applications. The incumbent will assist principal investigators with project management, preparation and submission of project reports, and coordination of activities among research group members and outside collaborators. The incumbent will also write and publish research articles, develop grant proposals, and assist in managing routine operations of the research group, including assisting with student advising in accordance with University policies. Key Job Responsibilities: Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information Department: College of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering

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