Lynker Corporation
Physical Scientist - Seasonal Forecast System Developer
USA new gradSoftwarePosted 4 days ago
- Location
- College Park, MD
- Type
- USA new grad
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Lynker is seeking a candidate to support the Office of Modeling and Development (OMD) of NWS in carrying out research and development work related forecast improvements for marine and seasonal forecasting. The candidate will be working on the physical model, Seasonal Forecast System (SFS) with a focus on the marine components, and development of OMD’s AI/ML prediction models for global coupled seasonal and marine forecasting. SFS is the Unified Forecast System’s (UFS) global-coupled seasonal forecasting application, which will replace CFSv2. The work location is at the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP) in Riverdale Park, MD.
The Ideal Physical Scientist and Seasonal Forecast System Developer will be able to work a hybrid schedule, working 2 days per week from the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP) office in College Park, MD, and the remaining 3 days per week from home.
The candidate will perform job duties in a high-quality, independent, and collaborative way, developing and applying innovative methods for the primary work areas. The candidate will work with OMD scientists and external collaborators to develop and evaluate the current and future operational seasonal and marine forecasting systems. The candidate will work with the UFS infrastructure in designing and evaluating the global coupled ensemble forecasting systems for long range forecasting. Detailed responsibilities will include at least two aspects or more of the following areas.
A Master or PhD’s Degree or equivalence in atmospheric sciences or meteorology, oceanic, mathematics, or related physical science with 1-2 years of experience in the area of global coupled ensemble forecast system development, sub-seasonal to seasonal prediction, numerical prediction, and/or AI/ML foundational prediction models. Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder to qualify (please indicate in your cover letter).
Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
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Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.