Project Assistant

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Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Temporary Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

210560

Earth & Environmental Sciences Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 102 H

Compensation Range:

$17.00 - $22.10 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Performs routine and standardized computational research activities in support of atmospheric science investigations. Assists with the setup, operation, and application of established modeling tools and data assimilation frameworks. Prepares datasets, executes prescribed model runs, processes results, and records outputs in accordance with standard practices and procedures. Supports the development, testing, and refinement of methods under guidance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists with the setup and execution of standardized computational analyses and prescribed model runs using existing atmospheric chemistry and transport modeling frameworks. Prepares and organizes observational and model input datasets following established protocols. Extracts data from designated sources and processes datasets using well-defined, documented methods. Assists with generating routine figures, tables, and summary outputs. Performs routine quality control, file management, and documentation of computational procedures and results. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree required Experience with using programming languages (R, python, and/or Fortran) for computation and visualization required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Experience with chemical transport modeling, inverse methods (4D-VAR/adjoint), and handling large observational datasets preferred The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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