University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
Postdoctoral Researcher, Fire Process-Atmospheric Chemical Modeling
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
Postdoctoral Researcher, Fire Process-Atmospheric Chemical ModelingThank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
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Job Description
The Desert Research Institute's (DRI's) Division of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS) is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher interested in modeling of fire behavior and wildfire plume chemistry. We seek an individual with a strong research background in fire process and/or atmospheric chemical modeling and a passion for advancing fire science. This individual will be involved in existing and upcoming research towards understanding fire propagation and severity, fire-atmosphere interaction, fire emissions into the atmosphere, wildfire plume evolution, and pre- to post-fire changes of eco-hydrologic conditions with applications in fire and land management. The successful candidate will focus on numerical modeling, including assimilation of data from laboratory and field experiments, including from UAS payloads and Doppler lidar. This individual will design and conduct modeling simulations to explore various aspects of fire behavior and/or the complex evolution of wildfire plumes focusing on the gas-particle partitioning of organic compounds and toxicity changes during aging of the plume. While this position will be housed within DRI’s Division of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS), the successful candidate will interact and collaborate with researchers across all three of DRI’s science divisions (including Hydrologic Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, and Earth and Ecosystem Sciences), as well as colleagues within the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). This position is located at DRI’s Northern Nevada Science Center in Reno, NV, but candidates preferring remote locations inside the United States may be considered.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in atmospheric sciences, engineering, forestry, physics, mathematics, computer science, chemistry, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Familiarity with physics-based fire process and/or atmospheric chemistry.
Experience with programming and data analysis languages (e.g., Python, R, Matlab, and Fortran).
Demonstrated experience in conducting research in atmospheric, fire, or closely related science.
Potential for initiating, planning, and carrying out research projects.
Exhibited ability to publish peer-reviewed scientific literature.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
Proficient in presenting research results at conferences and professional meetings.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in an interdisciplinary environment and in diverse research teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with physics-based fire processes or wildfire plume chemistry modeling.
Familiarity with fire–atmosphere models (e.g., WRF-SFIRE) and/or physics-based fire models (e.g., FDS, FIRETEC, Quic-Fire).
Demonstrated expertise in using the WRF model as well as in post-processing of model results.
Familiarity in spatial scaling of physics-based fire process models.
Experience working with the Linux operating system.
Ability to collaboratively develop research proposals and participate in grant writing efforts to secure research funding.
Salary / Benefits
The minimum starting salary for this position is $65,000. DRI offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 6.2% retirement match, 1.25 annual leave days per month, a beginning balance of 15 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and the option to participate in a flexible spending account or health savings account. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance dependent on division funding.
Required Attachment(s)
Qualified individuals interested in this position must apply online.
Please upload the following documents in the specified section of your application in Workday:
A cover letter detailing your research experience and professional qualifications.
A current curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three professional references, to be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission.
Qualified individuals who meet all qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.
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Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
Please see the application instructions under each posting for information on submittal deadlines.
If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or recruit@dri.edu.
Job Description
The Desert Research Institute's (DRI's) Division of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS) is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher interested in modeling of fire behavior and wildfire plume chemistry. We seek an individual with a strong research background in fire process and/or atmospheric chemical modeling and a passion for advancing fire science. This individual will be involved in existing and upcoming research towards understanding fire propagation and severity, fire-atmosphere interaction, fire emissions into the atmosphere, wildfire plume evolution, and pre- to post-fire changes of eco-hydrologic conditions with applications in fire and land management. The successful candidate will focus on numerical modeling, including assimilation of data from laboratory and field experiments, including from UAS payloads and Doppler lidar. This individual will design and conduct modeling simulations to explore various aspects of fire behavior and/or the complex evolution of wildfire plumes focusing on the gas-particle partitioning of organic compounds and toxicity changes during aging of the plume. While this position will be housed within DRI’s Division of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS), the successful candidate will interact and collaborate with researchers across all three of DRI’s science divisions (including Hydrologic Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, and Earth and Ecosystem Sciences), as well as colleagues within the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). This position is located at DRI’s Northern Nevada Science Center in Reno, NV, but candidates preferring remote locations inside the United States may be considered.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in atmospheric sciences, engineering, forestry, physics, mathematics, computer science, chemistry, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Familiarity with physics-based fire process and/or atmospheric chemistry.
Experience with programming and data analysis languages (e.g., Python, R, Matlab, and Fortran).
Demonstrated experience in conducting research in atmospheric, fire, or closely related science.
Potential for initiating, planning, and carrying out research projects.
Exhibited ability to publish peer-reviewed scientific literature.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
Proficient in presenting research results at conferences and professional meetings.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in an interdisciplinary environment and in diverse research teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with physics-based fire processes or wildfire plume chemistry modeling.
Familiarity with fire–atmosphere models (e.g., WRF-SFIRE) and/or physics-based fire models (e.g., FDS, FIRETEC, Quic-Fire).
Demonstrated expertise in using the WRF model as well as in post-processing of model results.
Familiarity in spatial scaling of physics-based fire process models.
Experience working with the Linux operating system.
Ability to collaboratively develop research proposals and participate in grant writing efforts to secure research funding.
Salary / Benefits
The minimum starting salary for this position is $65,000. DRI offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 6.2% retirement match, 1.25 annual leave days per month, a beginning balance of 15 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and the option to participate in a flexible spending account or health savings account. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance dependent on division funding.
Required Attachment(s)
Qualified individuals interested in this position must apply online.
Please upload the following documents in the specified section of your application in Workday:
A cover letter detailing your research experience and professional qualifications.
A current curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three professional references, to be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission.
Qualified individuals who meet all qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.
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