The Climate Change Institute (CCI) at the University of Maine has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral scientist to study the impacts of regional climate change. The successful applicant will join an effort to use regional climate models to assess probabilistic climate change focusing on the northeastern United States. Candidates should have some experience running a Global Climate Model (GCM) and/or a Regional Climate Model (RCM), be literate in UNIX/Linux operating systems, a working knowledge of C, C++ and/or FORTRAN, and the ability to write proposals and translate results to the public. Candidates must have a PhD in atmospheric sciences, modeling, or any closely related field. Proposed start date is as soon as possible. The initial appointment is for two years with a possible extension of one year depending on performance and continued external funding. To apply, send a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest with the names of three references to: Dr. Kirk Maasch, Climate Change Institute, 5790 Bryand Global Sciences Building, University of Maine, Orono, Maine 04469-5790.
The University of Maine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Climate Modeler Postdoctoral Research Associate
Purpose: To create a bridge between a doctoral program and full time employment as a faculty member or researcher and therefore serve to further prepare an individual who was recently awarded a doctorate to undertake the responsibilities of a career as a faculty member or researcher.
Reports To: Dr. Kirk Maasch Dept: Climate Change Institute
Date: 4/24/2009
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Plan and conduct assigned and/or original research projects autonomously while working collaboratively with UM faculty, staff, postdocs and students.
· Maintain accurate records of research findings and the analysis of results.
· Prepare manuscripts for publication in collaboration with UM faculty, staff, postdocs, and students.
· Present research findings at professional meetings.
· Mentor graduate and undergraduate students as appropriate.
· Perform safety and environmental management for students and staff.
· Assist with formal teaching in areas of expertise
· Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills Qualifications:
PhD in related technical, scientific or engineering discipline. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Ability to develop manuscripts and deliver presentations.
Supervisory Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for assisting graduate and
undergraduate students in area of expertise.
Work Schedule: Normal University of Maine business hours are Monday through Friday
8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Work outside of normal business hours will be necessary in order to complete the requirements of the position.
Work Environment: Work may be performed in a laboratory, classroom, office or remote
field site. Workload priorities may need to be shifted and schedules changed in order to meet multiple deadlines.
Position Type: In accordance with Procedures for Appointing Postdoctoral Research Associates: Initial appointment is for two years with a possible extension of one year depending on performance and continued external funding.
Schedule for Evaluation: According to UMPSA agreement.
Background checks, pre-employment screenings: See attached Pre-Employment Safety Checklist.
This copy is to be used as a guide. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact the person or department listed as the contact in the above announcement.
This is an Official University of Maine Publication.
This document last modified on May 01, 2009