CIRES/NOAA CSL Aerosol Scientist

Job Summary

Our group develops world-class instrumentation to measure the properties of fine particles in the atmosphere. We deploy these instruments on aircraft and field sites such as mountaintop observatories.

The successful Aerosol Scientist will work at the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) at CU Boulder. CIRES is a partnership of NOAA and CU Boulder. The work will be at the U. S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration –Chemical Sciences Laboratory (NOAA CSL) alongside a number of federal and university employees engaged in research examining the health and climate forcing properties of atmospheric aerosols and clouds. The job requires continuing and growing research regarding the chemical, optical, and climate properties of aerosol particles in the Aerosol Properties and Processes program.

The hire will be made at the level of a Research Scientist I or II, depending on experience. Salary will be commensurate with experience, along with a generous benefits package. Salaries are very competitive with leading postdoctoral fellowships.
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Who We Are

At CIRES, more than 800 environmental scientists work to understand the dynamic Earth system, including people’s relationship with the planet. CIRES is a partnership of NOAA and CU Boulder, and our areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at the Earth’s poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, and solid Earth sciences. Our vision is to be instrumental in ensuring a sustainable future environment by advancing the scientific and societal understanding of the Earth system.

https://cires.colorado.edu/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Operate mass spectrometer instrumentation to measure the chemical composition of aerosol particles, especially the PALMS single-particle mass spectrometer.
• Design and construct calibration systems and apply the calibrations to field data.
• Independently operate these instruments, calibration systems, and other instruments in the laboratory and the field.
• Occasional (about once per year) travel for several weeks at a time is required.
• Analyze and summarize data collected by these instruments.
• Present results at scientific meetings and publish them in peer-reviewed literature.

What You Should Know

This position will be rostered in CIRES at CU 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 site access.

What We Can Offer

We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent 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 .

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What We Require

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Expertise in at least two of the following:
• Mass spectrometer measurements of aerosols or constituents.
• Aerosol chemical calibrations.
• Field measurements of atmospheric composition.
• Analyzing complex data sets.
• Aerosol physics.

What You Will Need

• Proven track record of self-guided, motivated, and original research and instrumentation development. We are looking for someone who has the experience that goes beyond just using stock commercial instrumentation.
• For hires as a Research Scientist II, a proven record of publication in high-quality, peer-reviewed scientific journals after completion of the degree.

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. List of contact information for 3 references who will be willing to write a confidential Letter of Recommendation for you.

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.

Please apply by December 6, 2020 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Gregory Schill

Posting Contact Email: Gregory.Schill@colorado.edu