Vacancy: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Mesoscale Meteorological Modeling

[Gerrit Hoogenboom]

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: MESOSCALE METEOROLOGICAL MODELING

Background
The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences of the
University of Georgia has an extensive research and extension program
in agrometeorology that involves an interdisciplinary team of
scientists. Routine surface and soil observations are collected across
many locations in Georgia as part of the www.Georgiaweather.net. These
observations are used for agricultural and environmental
applications. Efforts are also underway to incorporate a weather
prediction component based on the Weather Research and Forecasting
(WRF) model for the agricultural and environmental decision making
such as frost prediction and pest population/disease prediction,
irrigation scheduling, etc. A post-doctoral research associate is
needed to conduct model predictions and evaluation of the WRF model
with mesonet data and to develop a decision support system.

Requirements
A Ph.D. in Meterorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Agricultural
Engineering, Environmental Engineering or equivalent is required.
Advanced knowledge of numerical modeling and numerical weather
prediction and experience using mesoscale models such as WRF is
essential for this position. Demonstrated skills in analyzing large
datasets from model outputs, generating verification statistics,
application of statistics in model evaluation and a good understanding
of the atmospheric processes in the models are necessary. The
incumbent will be responsible to process and interpret meteorological
data for use in the WRF Model for regional down scaling, conduct model
simulations using the WRF modeling system for case studies, and
evaluate model output for a variety of environmental and agricultural
applications. Excellent computer and programming skills with personal
computers and workstations are expected. Advanced knowledge of Unix/
Linux computing environments, skill in programming (Fortran and/or C)
and scripting languages (Python and/or Perl), and graphical display
programs and WRF visualization tools is necessary. Good oral and
written presentation skills of technical and scientific material are
essential. The candidate must also be willing to work effectively
with a team of scientists to complete interdisciplinary projects,
formulate proposals and participate in local and national science
meetings/conferences.

Availability
This position is available immediately and will remain open until
filled. The University of Georgia provides excellent benefits for post-
doctoral research associates.

Location
The position will be housed in the Department of Biological and
Agricultural Engineering on the Griffin Campus of the University of
Georgia. Griffin is conveniently located approximately 35 miles south
of the Atlanta International Airport.

Application
If you are interested in this position, please e-mail your resume, a
copy of your transcripts and names and contact information of at least
three references to Gerrit Hoogenboom. Please also include a cover
letter that states how your experience and background meet the
requirements of this position.

Contacts
For further information, please contact Gerrit Hoogenboom, Department
of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, the University of Georgia,
Griffin, Georgia 30223, fax: 770-228-7218; ger...@uga.edu.