Postdoctoral Researcher-Wildfire Meteorology
Company: Northern Virginia Daily
Location: San Jose
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
San Jose State University Research Foundation San Jose, CA
Temporary Research The goal of the project is to conduct fire
weather research and field observations relating fire-atmosphere
interactions to fire behavior at multiple scales. The candidate
will be responsible for leading field deployments of WIRC's mobile
assets including Doppler LiDAR and Ka-band Doppler radar to active
wildfires in addition to executing small-scale wildland fire field
experiments in complex terrain. The candidate will be required to
be fire-line qualified, pass an off-road drivers safety course, and
be responsible for crews in the field. The post-doctoral position
is part of the Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center (WIRC) at
SJSU and the candidate will interact regularly with the seven
faculty associated with the WIRC. The position is available for up
to two years based on satisfactory performance in the first
year.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1. Lead field deployments
of Doppler LiDAR and Ka-band Doppler radar to active wildfires.2.
Execute small-scale wildland fire field experiments in complex
terrain.3. Development of wind profiling network and data
management system.4. Conduct data analysis of radar, LiDAR, and
micrometeorological data to understand fire
behavior.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience* Ph.D. in
atmospheric science, meteorology, or a closely related field
required.* Experience in boundary layer meteorology, Doppler radar
and LiDAR remote sensing, data processing and visualization.*
Experience in instrument deployments, electronics, and sensor
networks.* Experience processing turbulence, LiDAR,
micrometeorological data.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required*
Knowledge of Doppler radar and LiDAR remote sensing,
micrometeorology instrumentation, programming in Python or Matlab,
or equivalent, data processing and visualization.* Ability to
develop independent research projects as demonstrated through
publication of peer-reviewed literature.* Proficient verbal and
written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team
environment and present and explain technical information.*
Initiative and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a
collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
Keywords: Northern Virginia Daily, San Jose , Postdoctoral Researcher-Wildfire Meteorology, Other , San Jose, California
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