Job Details

TTU Research Scientist - NWP

Position Number: 7072734
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

TTU Research Scientist - NWP
Lubbock
44402BR
National Wind Institute

Position Description
Contributes to the university's mission through research and service.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College
The National Wind Institute (NWI) has evolved from its traditional singular focus on wind hazards to three main research pillars of Energy Systems, Atmospheric Measurement & Simulation, and Wind Engineering. Though all three of these pillars focus on distinct issues, they also maintain common ground via cross cutting themes. All research seeks to benefit communities at micro and macro scales.

https://www.depts.ttu.edu/nwi/

Major/Essential Functions

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of faculty and staff to significantly enhance the measurement and prediction of severe flooding and other high-impact weather events across Texas by designing, building, and operating a state-of-the-art weather intelligence system that protects lives, property, and the Texas economy.
Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing operational maintenance of a real-time, high-resolution (2 km grid spacing) ensemble weather modeling system focused specifically on Texas.
Develop user-driven data streams and tailored forecast products from model output to meet the operational needs of forecasters, emergency managers, and other key decision-makers.
Contribute to research and development efforts that continuously advance and improve the modeling system's accuracy, ensemble strategies, approach and overall forecast skill.
Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to identify strategic priorities and future investments that maximize long-term impact and value for the State of Texas.

Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences, Engineering, or Computer Sciences. Demonstrated record of effectiveness as a researcher. Should have a record of activity which has contributed to the discipline or field of research.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong skills in configuring and managing HPC resources, including scripting and workflow automation.

Pay Range
$86,800 - $112,900 - $138,900

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.