SENIOR RESEARCH SCIENTIST
Apply NowCompany: University of Washington
Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state, and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The Team:
The Polar Science Center (PSC) is a unit of the Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington. Department investigators pursue research focused primarily on the ice, snow, oceanography, climate, and biology of high latitudes on Earth and other planets in our solar system. Investigators mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and post-doctoral research associates through instruction and research opportunities. PSC currently has 25 PIs and an annual research budget of about $12M spread over 65+ awards.
See Yourself at APL as a member of the Polar Science Center department! We are seeking a full-time Senior Research Scientist to join the team. This position has a salary range of $104,172 to $114,000 per year ($8,681 - $9,500 monthly), along with great employment benefits and competitive total compensation incentives.
The Position:
The Senior Research Scientist aims to understand the dynamics and evolution of ice in the solar system, with a particular focus on implications for liquid water on Mars. The position involves the use and development of numerical thermodynamic and radiative transfer models, laboratory investigations, and synthesis of remote sensing data to advance our understanding of ice and liquid water in the solar system. Investigation of Earth analogs will support the ultimate goal of sharpening assessments of shallow subsurface liquid water on Mars and the potential for extraterrestrial life forms.
The Senior Research Scientist will be responsible for independent research, involving the development and implementation of advanced data-processing and data-handling techniques, both for deriving geophysical time series to develop new model components and for analyzing these time series using model results. The incumbent will disseminate and publicize results in peer-reviewed publications, reports, and presentations at scientific meetings. This person will be developing as an authority with national recognition in interplanetary glaciological research.
This position is contingent upon the Laboratory's receipt of funding award notification by the sponsors/prime contractors of the research projects intended for your work. Ongoing as a Principal Investigator at the Applied Physics Laboratory, it is your responsibility to obtain and sustain regular research funding to support your research portfolio.
Research Responsibilities:
As a Senior Research Scientist, your responsibilities will include:
Research Study Design:
*Develop technical strategy.
*Evaluate project plans and criteria.
*Assess the feasibility of proposed methods and tests.
*Writing successful proposals for grant-funded research
Project Management and Analysis:
*Oversee project staffing decisions.
*Management of resources, staff and budget.
*Develop schedules, and work to optimize the analysis.
Data Synthesis with Numerical Modeling:
*Manage all data analysis and open-source community collaboration tools.
*Develop and apply advanced numerical models for the simulation of heat and light transport through icy environments.
Dissemination of Research Results:
*Publication of research results.
*Develop presentations and participate as a key contributor to papers and major reports.
sharing data with the scientific community and the general public.
*Maintain excellent relationships with external and internal research partners and funders.
The Polar Sciences Center desires to strengthen its portfolio of expertise in the observation and numerical modeling of ice throughout the solar system. The research conducted by the incumbent ultimately aims to understand the role of interplanetary ice types as potential habitats for extraterrestrial life forms. This research will involve the integration of in-situ and remote sensing observations with numerical models to advance our understanding of the dynamics of subsurface liquid water on Mars and the potential for this ice to support life.
General Requirements:
Ph.D. in geophysics or geologic sciences or a related discipline and 6 years of relevant work experience, including:
*Proven experience handling observational data and model output.
*Proven expertise in scientific data analysis.
*Demonstrated ability to use and further develop thermodynamic and radiative transport numerical models.
*Demonstrated ability in writing competitive and successful proposals for grant-funded research and publication of postdoctoral research results.
*Demonstrated research record.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
About APL:
The Applied Physics Laboratory is a research unit at the University of Washington. Our research expertise is in ocean physics and engineering, ocean and medical acoustics and imaging, polar science, environmental remote sensing, and signal processing. We conduct research and development that is sponsored by a variety of federal and state agencies and take great pride in our long-standing status as a US Navy-designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). Our work takes place not only on the University of Washington campus and medical centers, but in field locations around the world - at sea, in the air, and on polar ice caps. We apply rigorous scientific inquiry and engineering excellence in pursuit of solutions to important problems for the good of our region, nation, and world.
DEI:
Diversity is a core value at the University of Washington and the Applied Physics Laboratory shares this commitment. We are focused on building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable research environment for all students, staff, and collaborators. We believe every member of our team enriches our community by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver solutions.
Application Process:
The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The Team:
The Polar Science Center (PSC) is a unit of the Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington. Department investigators pursue research focused primarily on the ice, snow, oceanography, climate, and biology of high latitudes on Earth and other planets in our solar system. Investigators mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and post-doctoral research associates through instruction and research opportunities. PSC currently has 25 PIs and an annual research budget of about $12M spread over 65+ awards.
See Yourself at APL as a member of the Polar Science Center department! We are seeking a full-time Senior Research Scientist to join the team. This position has a salary range of $104,172 to $114,000 per year ($8,681 - $9,500 monthly), along with great employment benefits and competitive total compensation incentives.
The Position:
The Senior Research Scientist aims to understand the dynamics and evolution of ice in the solar system, with a particular focus on implications for liquid water on Mars. The position involves the use and development of numerical thermodynamic and radiative transfer models, laboratory investigations, and synthesis of remote sensing data to advance our understanding of ice and liquid water in the solar system. Investigation of Earth analogs will support the ultimate goal of sharpening assessments of shallow subsurface liquid water on Mars and the potential for extraterrestrial life forms.
The Senior Research Scientist will be responsible for independent research, involving the development and implementation of advanced data-processing and data-handling techniques, both for deriving geophysical time series to develop new model components and for analyzing these time series using model results. The incumbent will disseminate and publicize results in peer-reviewed publications, reports, and presentations at scientific meetings. This person will be developing as an authority with national recognition in interplanetary glaciological research.
This position is contingent upon the Laboratory's receipt of funding award notification by the sponsors/prime contractors of the research projects intended for your work. Ongoing as a Principal Investigator at the Applied Physics Laboratory, it is your responsibility to obtain and sustain regular research funding to support your research portfolio.
Research Responsibilities:
As a Senior Research Scientist, your responsibilities will include:
Research Study Design:
*Develop technical strategy.
*Evaluate project plans and criteria.
*Assess the feasibility of proposed methods and tests.
*Writing successful proposals for grant-funded research
Project Management and Analysis:
*Oversee project staffing decisions.
*Management of resources, staff and budget.
*Develop schedules, and work to optimize the analysis.
Data Synthesis with Numerical Modeling:
*Manage all data analysis and open-source community collaboration tools.
*Develop and apply advanced numerical models for the simulation of heat and light transport through icy environments.
Dissemination of Research Results:
*Publication of research results.
*Develop presentations and participate as a key contributor to papers and major reports.
sharing data with the scientific community and the general public.
*Maintain excellent relationships with external and internal research partners and funders.
The Polar Sciences Center desires to strengthen its portfolio of expertise in the observation and numerical modeling of ice throughout the solar system. The research conducted by the incumbent ultimately aims to understand the role of interplanetary ice types as potential habitats for extraterrestrial life forms. This research will involve the integration of in-situ and remote sensing observations with numerical models to advance our understanding of the dynamics of subsurface liquid water on Mars and the potential for this ice to support life.
General Requirements:
Ph.D. in geophysics or geologic sciences or a related discipline and 6 years of relevant work experience, including:
*Proven experience handling observational data and model output.
*Proven expertise in scientific data analysis.
*Demonstrated ability to use and further develop thermodynamic and radiative transport numerical models.
*Demonstrated ability in writing competitive and successful proposals for grant-funded research and publication of postdoctoral research results.
*Demonstrated research record.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
About APL:
The Applied Physics Laboratory is a research unit at the University of Washington. Our research expertise is in ocean physics and engineering, ocean and medical acoustics and imaging, polar science, environmental remote sensing, and signal processing. We conduct research and development that is sponsored by a variety of federal and state agencies and take great pride in our long-standing status as a US Navy-designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). Our work takes place not only on the University of Washington campus and medical centers, but in field locations around the world - at sea, in the air, and on polar ice caps. We apply rigorous scientific inquiry and engineering excellence in pursuit of solutions to important problems for the good of our region, nation, and world.
DEI:
Diversity is a core value at the University of Washington and the Applied Physics Laboratory shares this commitment. We are focused on building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable research environment for all students, staff, and collaborators. We believe every member of our team enriches our community by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver solutions.
Application Process:
The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.