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Postdoctoral Researcher - Cloud microphysics and aerosol-cloud interactions

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

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2mo ago

💼 Graduate Job

Livermore

🤑 $113.8K

You must have a PhD in atmospheric science or related field, experience in numerical simulation methods, publication in peer-reviewed literature, strong communication and collaboration skills, and expertise in cloud microphysics and aerosol-cloud interactions.
You will develop, implement, and research cloud microphysics, aerosol-cloud interactions, and multiscale atmospheric simulation. Collaborate with a team, analyze data, publish findings, and engage with a diverse group of scientists.

Graduate Job

Science, Software Engineering•Livermore

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research in cloud microphysics modeling and aerosol-cloud interactions in atmospheric simulations at large-eddy simulation scales. Research will entail model development in a new exascale atmospheric code to represent cloud microphysics in a Lagrangian framework and interactions between aerosol particles and clouds. Simulation results will be compared to observations and experimental data. You will work within a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, programmers, and project managers to develop, implement, and apply these modeling capabilities in a state-of-the art atmospheric model with GPU parallelization, which will then be used to explore aerosol-cloud interactions in simulations of transport and dispersion and also cloud processes for climate science applications. This position is in the Atmospheric, Earth & Energy Division, Atmospheric Science Research and Applications Group.

PhD in atmospheric science, meteorology, engineering, nuclear science, or similar field.
Experience with one or more of the following areas: numerical simulation methods for atmospheric modeling, cloud or aerosol microphysics, atmospheric transport and dispersion, or advanced scientific programming in C++
Demonstrated ability to develop independent research pathways as demonstrated through publication of peer-reviewed literature.
Demonstrated proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
Demonstrated initiative and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
Qualifications We Desire:
Experience with developing cloud or aerosol microphysics models.
Experience with Lagrangian models for cloud or aerosol microphysics or transport and dispersion.
Experience with multiscale, urban, or large-eddy simulation scale atmospheric modeling.
Experience with adaptive mesh refinement.
Experience with GPU programming.

Currently Studying

PhD

Science

Software Engineering

Develop numerical methods and physics parameterizations appropriate for modeling the microphysical processes of clouds in the atmosphere and cloud interactions with aerosols.
Implement modules into a state-of-the-art C++ based multiscale environmental solver with adaptive mesh refinement.
Conduct research in the physics of aerosol-cloud interactions and cloud processes.
Conduct research in multiscale atmospheric simulation and the transport of hazardous materials.
Contribute to and actively participate in the conception, design, and execution of code physics development and scientific inquiry.
Work with other experts in a large team to facilitate synergistic model development and high-impact science.
Organize, analyze, and present data from research in journal publications and at professional conferences.
Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests of your choosing.
Interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Work type

Full time

Work mode

office

Location

Livermore

Salary

113760 USD