Goddard Earth Sciences & Technology Center Staff

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE COUNTY
GODDARD EARTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY (GEST) CENTER

RESEARCH SCIENTIST POSITION

Subject to funding approval, the Goddard Earth Sciences and Technology Center (GEST) will make Research Faculty appointments at the Research Associate, Assistant Research Scientist, Associate Research Scientist, and Senior Research Scientist levels as commensurate with experience. GEST is a Cooperative Agreement between the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) to collaborate in research programs in the Earth, Information, and Instrumentation sciences. GEST is a Consortium whose members include UMBC, Hampton University, Howard University, and Caelum Research Corporation. Positions will generally be located either at GSFC or at the offices of one of the consortium members. More than one candidate may be chosen for some positions. All candidates must have degrees in an appropriate physical discipline and a demonstrated research record in accordance with the specific qualifications listed for each of the following positions:

GEST 613-97-340 Research Activity - 3D Modeling of Cloud-Aerosol Radiative
Interaction

Research scientist required to work on three-dimensional (3D) models of cloud-aerosol radiative interactions based on satellite data. The research will involve the analyses of MODIS and CALIPSO data and 3D radiative transfer modeling leading to better interpretation of aerosol-cloud interactions and aerosol indirect effects on climate.

Requires - The position requires a Ph.D. in atmospheric physics or related fields. Applicant should have experience with remote sensing data, atmospheric radiation and cloud/aerosol microphysics. Experience analyzing and applying data on solar forcing of climate, as measured by SORCE, and knowledge of shortwave absorption is also desirable. Selection is contingent upon obtaining Goddard security clearance and possessing appropriate visa status to meet requirements for employment.

For best consideration, submit a cover letter (indicating position number GEST 613-97-340) a complete curriculum vitae, home address, visa status (if applicable) and names and telephone numbers of three references by September 30, 2008 (applications for this position will be accepted until position is filled) to: Danita Eichenlaub, Acting Director, GEST, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Suite 320, 5523 Research Park Drive, Baltimore, MD 21228. GEST partners are Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employers.

Last Updated September 16, 2008 3:55 PM