Research Professor -- Cloud Dynamics and Numerical Model Development na Penn State

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This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

 

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science and Institute for Computational and Data Sciences at Penn State (University Park, PA) announce an opening for a Research Professor to contribute to and lead research and model development that advance our fundamental understanding of high-impact mesoscale and microscale atmospheric phenomena, such as convective storms, mesoscale convective systems, tropical cyclones, and orographic rainbands.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and application of numerical models for investigating high-impact mesoscale and microscale atmospheric processes.
• Design and conduct high-resolution simulations of convective storms, mesoscale convective systems, tropical cyclones, and orographic rainbands.
• Publish research findings in leading scientific journals and present results at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with Penn State faculty and students.
• Serve as principal investigator or co-investigator on externally funded research projects.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. in meteorology, atmospheric science, or a closely related field.
• Ten or more years of experience in high-resolution numerical modeling of mesoscale and microscale atmospheric processes.
• Nationally and/or internationally recognized expertise in convective storm and tropical cyclone dynamics, with an extensive record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated leadership in model development (e.g., cloud-resolving or large-eddy simulation).
• Strong communication and writing skills, and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Ability to mentor graduate students and to lead externally funded research programs.

The Institute for Computational and Data Sciences (ICDS) is home for advanced interdisciplinary computation and data-enabled collaborative science at Penn State. ICDS fosters both high-impact computational and data science methodologies as well as their applications to address a broad range of scientific and societal challenges, multifaceted models, and their societal impacts. ICDS supports a vibrant community of scholars, comprising more than 40 co-hired faculty members and over 5,000 users with access to ICDS’s advanced research computing infrastructure, known as Roar, as well as a cadre of technical experts, research scientists, and engineers.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position and career goals, a CV including publication list, and names & contact information of up to three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.

This position is funded for one year from the date of hire with the excellent possibility of renewal pending available funding and satisfactory performance.

The position will be available as early as January 1, 2026, and will remain open until filled. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

 

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BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

 

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