Research Associate IV, Steps 1-4 SPoRT ETA

Duties/Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of higher-level value-added products for use by operational users and decision-makers in the Earth science and weather communities.
• Spearhead the transition of new products to applications end-users and decision-makers through the collection of feedback from end-users in the weather forecasting, disasters, agricultural, and hydrologic communities.
• Lead and develop appropriate product training, including quick-start guides, product overviews, online training modules, and training videos, and conduct training sessions with end users.
• Design and implement assessment strategies to evaluate current and emerging research products by collecting and analyzing end-user feedback to inform product improvements and operational readiness.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with operational users, decision-makers, and stakeholders through meetings, workshops, site visits, and scientific conferences to support collaboration and identify user needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in meteorology, atmospheric science, geosciences, Earth science, or a closely related discipline
• 3.75 - 5.25 years of directly related full-time work experience
• Experience in engaging with operational forecasters or decision-makers
• Experience using integrated weather information systems for weather analysis, forecasting, and delivery of weather briefings to end-users
• Experience translating and delivering complex scientific content to end-users or the general public
• Education and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: Weather Communication, Technical Training, Instructional Design, Science Writing, Technical Writing, or Science Education
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work closely with others in a team environment
• Desire to engage with end-users, both in-person and virtually
• Knowledge and desire to participate in science workshops and conferences, publish results, and produce annual reports

Desired Qualifications

• Master's of Science in meteorology, atmospheric science, geosciences, Earth science, or a closely related discipline
• Published Salary (if Available) $62,659 - $77,982