Job Details

TTU Research Scientist - WoF Development

Position Number: 6645050
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

TTU Research Scientist - WoF Development
Lubbock
42630BR
National Wind Institute

Position Description
Contributes to the university's mission through research and service. Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all employees.

Major/Essential Functions

Contributes to the university's mission through research and service.
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
Work with a group established to substantially enhance the 0-6hr prediction of severe Texas flooding
and other types of high-impact weather events through a Warn-on-Forecast strategy.
Implement and maintain a real-time Warn-on-Forecast System capability in Texas (WoFS; similar to
the same system designed at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration).
Close collaboration with several State of Texas and National Weather Service partners and some associated travel.

Required Qualifications
Academic degree as defined by the academic unit and as appropriate for the position held. Demonstrated record of effectiveness as a researcher. Should have a record of activity which has contributed to the discipline or field of research.
This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences, Engineering, or Computer Sciences.

Special Instructions to Applicant

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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.