UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research · 11 hours ago
Senior Scientist (Casual)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$95.39/hr - $95.39/hr
10+ years expUCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead transformative scientific initiatives and engage in impactful research. The role involves developing innovative methodologies, overseeing significant scientific projects, and mentoring future scientific leaders while contributing to the advancement of atmospheric science.
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Responsibilities
Defining and leading transformative scientific initiatives that set strategic direction for research, innovation, and application at organizational, national, or international levels
Developing innovative theories, models, methodologies, or frameworks that enhance scientific understanding, establish paradigms, or inspire significant new areas of research and influence
Leading extensive, impactful scientific projects/proposals, encompassing research portfolios, programs, or creating technologies or strategies with significant societal, organizational, or policy importance
Shaping institutional and sector-wide science strategies, contributing to programmatic planning, scientific policy development, and long-term vision setting for scientific advancement and application
Leading and actively engaging in papers, reports, technical documentation, data sets/findings, and proposals as appropriate as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI
Serving as an internationally recognized expert, representing the organization in strategic partnerships, global collaborations, scientific policy forums, and high-level briefings
Mentoring and developing scientific capability organization-wide; fostering talent, inclusion, teamwork, and innovation within and beyond their discipline, and building future-ready scientific communities
Delivering landmark scientific outputs, including foundational peer-reviewed publications, scalable technologies, major reports, or high-profile presentations influencing scientific, policy, or operational practices
Contributing to governance and innovation by developing frameworks, policies, and institutional capabilities to advance the scientific mission and ensure long-term excellence
Leading development of transformative products, tools, instruments and/or technologies for projects and programs that have significant impact within the discipline
Qualification
Required
Candidate must have a thorough knowledge of Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry systems and their application in large aircraft-based laboratories
Candidate must be an expert in gas chromatography systems as applied to trace analysis of constituents in air
Candidate must have an advanced working knowledge of atmospheric chemistry as it relates to oxidant formation and oxidation capacity
Candidate must have experience and a proven track record in collaborating with university colleagues and government agencies to tackle large scale problems having substantial societal impacts
Typically requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree and 18 years related experience, or a Master's degree and 14 years related experience, or a PhD in a scientific discipline and 10 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Has expert-level knowledge in a scientific discipline, with broad interdisciplinary awareness and the ability to bridge theory, experimentation, or application across domains
Is a recognized authority capable of influencing and advising national or international scientific bodies through strategic insight, service, and thought leadership
Possesses exceptional communication skills for translating scientific insights to technical, leadership, policy, and public audiences across diverse media and formats
Has deep expertise in scientific and strategic planning, stakeholder and sponsor engagement, and aligning scientific priorities with funding, operational, and societal goals
Is skilled in designing and delivering large-scale, cross-institutional, and interdisciplinary programs that deliver scientific and practical value
Benefits
Flexible Work
Company
UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Expanding horizons in meteorology and weather forecasting, water cycle hydrology, oceanography, solar physics, atmospheric chemistry and air quality, climate science, computer science, environmental science, and STEM education.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$91.8MKey Investors
National Science Foundation
2023-06-01Grant· $91.8M
Leadership Team
Justin Young
Deputy CFO
Alisha Swofford
Chief Operating Officer of the University Corporation of Atmospheric Research (UCAR)
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