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Senior Associate

Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy

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3-5 years

Bangalore / Bengaluru

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Senior Associate

Center Study Science Technology Policy

posted 6d ago

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Flexible timing

Key skills for the job

Data Analysis Python Biochemistry Linux Administration Data Processing UNIX

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Job Description

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Senior Associate

For this post, we are seeking candidates with expertise in weather/chemistry transport modelling, and satellite data analysis and visualisation. The applicant must have experience of working with Weather Research and Forecasting model with Chemistry (WRF-Chem) and/or Comprehensive Air Quality Model with Extensions (CAMx ) on High-Performance Computing (HPC) platforms. She/he should also have experience of working with satellite datasets (e.g., MODIS, TROPOMI, etc.) and should be proficient in high-level programming languages for data processing.

The Senior Associate will work on WRF-CAMx and/or WRF-Chem modelling system to perform model inter-comparison and validation using satellite/ground-based measurements, will make changes in model setup to improve model performance, and help to prepare model inputs for use in reduced complexity model(s).

Vacancy

Responsibilities

Develop, configure, and optimise regional-scale chemical transport models (e.g., WRF-Chem, WRF-CAMx) on HPCs.
Analyse and validate model outputs against ground-based and satellite measurements.
Create data visualisations and effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Generate new ideas leading to project proposals and contribute to/lead project reports/journal articles/Op-Eds, etc.
Participate in relevant conferences and workshops, as required.

Qualifications

PhD in a discipline related to air pollution, atmospheric chemistry, meteorology, or equivalent.
Should have studied chemistry/atmospheric chemistry and meteorology in Master s degree/PhD coursework.

Experience

Minimum two years of research experience in WRF-Chem, CAMx and/or any chemical transport model during PhD.

Skills set

Experience with CTMs: Hands-on experience with WRF-Chem/WRF-CAMx, or similar CTMs.
Data Analysis Skills: Ability to analyse model outputs and validate them with measurement data using statistical methods
Programming Skills: Proficiency in Python for data analysis and visualisation, shell scripting for running models, FORTRAN to debug model code.
High-Performance Computing: Familiarity with Linux/Unix and running CTM simulations on HPC systems.
Ability to handle large volume of datasets (NetCDF, HDF, GRIB, ASCII, geo-referenced data).
Should have published peer-reviewed journal articles in international journals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings, writing reports/journal articles, and contributing to proposals.