Hydrologic Modeler Position Available In Hancock, Mississippi

Hydrologic Modeler
Location
US-CO-Boulder
ID
2025-1310
Category Physical Scientist Position Type Full-Time Remote Yes Posted Salary Range USD $85,000.00 – USD $115,000.00 /Yr.
Overview Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative weather and climate science solutions. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Hydrologic Modeler to join our growing team. The success of the National Water Model (NWM) V4.0 will be highly dependent on an efficient and effective methodology for parameterizing over 800k hydrologic modeling features for the NWM. Lynker is seeking an experienced Hydrologic Modeler to contribute to this unique opportunity. This position will contribute to the Quality Assurance and Quality Control of various NWM components under the Next Generation Water Resources Modeling Framework deployed as the National Water Model. This includes process modules integrated into the framework and model formulations composed of multiple modules. This position will provide assessment and analysis of various hydrologic models and the calibration and validation of the model formulations across the country. This includes documenting and training of other hydrologic modelers in the use and application of these components. Responsibilities
Perform Quality Assurance and Quality Control on hydrologic models and formulations
Conducted quality assurance and quality control on scientific workflows and data processing scripts, including machine learning algorithms.
Perform calibration, validation, and evaluation of hydrologic models
Providing feedback on documentation, functionality, and optimization tools of hydrologic models and scientific workflows
Develop software tools to interpret and evaluate the performance and functionality of hydrologic models
Analyzing and visualizing hydrometeorological and geospatial data using Python, R, or other open-source programming languages.
Technical report preparation and documentation
Fulfilling other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education and Experience BS, MS or PhD in Earth Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or related disciplines
5+ years of experience in water resources or related physical science Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient programming skills, with the ability to read and comprehend software code in more than one programming language.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in hydrological modeling, process representation, and analysis
Experience in model calibration and/or search space optimization
Experience with writing/developing hydrologic modeling software
Experience with automated hydrologic modeling workflows
Proficiency with one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Fortran, or Python About Lynker Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small 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: Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we’re all company owners!
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
Personalized career growth plans for every employee Lynker is an E-Verify employer. 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.