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CIRES / NOAA SWPC Research Software Engineer (Associate Scientist track)

Requisition Number: 59606

Location: Boulder Colorado

Employment Type: Research Faculty

Schedule: Full Time

Posting Close Date: 16-Oct-2024

Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) is seeking a full-time Associate Scientist to work at the Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Our team at SWPC has developed the coupled Whole Atmosphere Model and Ionosphere Plasmasphere Electrodynamics (WAM-IPE) model to study the connection between the terrestrial and space weather. You will work closely with the WAM-IPE team on software engineering and model development tasks, and contribute to other projects within the Ionosphere-Thermosphere Program at SWPC.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

CIRES (https://cires.colorado.edu/) is an internationally recognized leader in innovative environmental science and research and is located at the University of Colorado Boulder. At CIRES, more than 950 environmental science professionals work to understand the dynamic Earth system, including people's relationship with the planet. CIRES has partnered with NOAA since 1967, and our areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at Earth's poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, solid Earth sciences, and more. Our vision is to be instrumental in ensuring a sustainable future environment by advancing scientific and societal understanding of the Earth system.

As part of NOAA's National Weather Service, the Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) (https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/) operates 24/7 to provide real-time monitoring and forecasting of solar and geophysical events, which impact satellites, power grids, communications, navigation, and other technological systems. SWPC customers include the general public, industry and government agencies.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Model Development (55%): Develop for the WAM-IPE model, its utilities, and workflow codes in line with scientific and operational priorities.

• Transitioning Technologies into Operations (30%): Apply software development principles to advance applied research relevant to the Ionosphere-Thermosphere Program toward operational status, accelerating the adoption of new technologies from the research community into use at SWPC.

• Code Management (15%): Perform source code management tasks for the WAM-IPE model, utilities, and workflow codebases.

What You Should Know

• The initial term of this position is 2 years, with the possibility of extension subject to performance and availability of funding.

• Access to the NOAA Federal Center's computer facilities (regularly through VPN and infrequently in-person) is necessary to perform the work of this position. Access is not available for individuals working in the United States through a visa or a working permit and therefore we are unable to consider applications from individuals on a visa or working permit or requiring visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to legally work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• This position will be rostered in CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder but will be physically situated in the David Skaggs Research Center, 325 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305.

• If you are the selected finalist, you will be required to pass a federal laboratory background clearance for infrequent site access.

What We Can Offer

• CIRES can offer a generous compensation package.

• The annual hiring salary range for this position is $62,444 to $115,000. Salary is commensurate with education and experience and determined based on our CIRES internal career track classification.

• This position offers a hybrid work modality with both on-site and remote work hours. Must be able to meet with the WAM-IPE team on-site at least twice per week.

• CIRES and the University of Colorado Boulder offer a robust training curriculum, opportunities for professional development and a Mentorship Program.

• Boulder is a vibrant community with access to mountain parks, dog parks, miles of trails, rivers, lakes, cafes, restaurants, boutiques, theaters, museums, and sports venues. Boulder was recently ranked as one of the top places to live in the U.S. by U.S. News (https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-live) .

• As an employee at CU Boulder, you receive a pass allowing free access to the regional public transit system (https://www.rtd-denver.com/) , which is an outstanding network of buses and light rail systems.

Why Choose Us

• Make a Difference : Your work directly impacts the resilience of national infrastructure from power grids to navigation systems, safeguarding society with actionable space weather information.

• Innovative Environment : Be part of shaping the future of the Space Weather Prediction Center's research-to-operations (R2O) capabilities.

• Collaborative Culture : Join a team that values your insights and encourages knowledge sharing.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .

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What We Require

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Space Physics, Meteorology, Applied Math, Computer Sciences, or a related field is required.

• Experience working in a Linux environment.

What You Will Need

• Proficiency in Python, shell scripting (bash preferred), and common version control software and platforms (e.g., Git, GitHub, BitBucket).

• Ability to work collaboratively and to take initiative.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume or CV.

2. Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.

3. Although not required at the time of application, if you are identified as a finalist for this role, we will request contact for professional references at a later time.

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version (if applicable) as an optional attachment.

The position will close on October 16, 2024.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (https://jobs.colorado.edu/) .

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/CIRES-NOAA-SWPC-Research-Software-Engineer-Associate-Scientist-track/59606 (https://apptrkr.com/5693825)

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