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Atmospheric Scientist/Climatologist
Weather Data Coordinator
Atmospheric Scientist/Climatologist
The Bermuda Biological Station for Research, Inc. (BBSR) is a U.S. incorporated 501(c)(3) 'not-for-profit' marine research and education institution incorporated in New York State and based in Bermuda since 1903. BBSR currently employs a multi-national staff of approximately 100 people and caters to 2,000 scientific and educational visitors per year. Activities include oceanographic and marine biological research conducted by resident and visiting scientists, and university-level courses on topics ranging from marine pollution to remote sensing. Additional information on BBSR can be found at www.bbsr.edu.
BBSR seeks a mid- to senior-level scientist with interests in a broad range of atmospheric processes and an ability to enhance interactions between the climate science and business communities. The candidate will undertake independent research, collaborate with scientists at BBSR, and interact with the staff and corporate sponsors of the Risk Prediction Initiative (RPI), a unique science-business partnership based at BBSR. Scientists at BBSR study a wide variety of atmospheric and oceanographic processes and support atmospheric and oceanographic time series stations. The RPI supports research on problems related to tropical cyclone dynamics and
forecasting, and seasonal and inter-annual climate forecasting. Rank and salary commensurate with experience.
For further information please contact Gillian Hollis (tel: 441-297-1880 ext. 237; email: gillian@bbsr.edu and see the RPI web site at www.bbsr.edu). Applicants should send a C.V., contact information for three references, and a description of their research interests to:
Dr. Anthony Knap, Director
The Bermuda Biological Station for Research, Inc.
17 Biological Lane,
St. George's, GE01
BERMUDA
BBSR is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer operating a drug-free workplace and learning environment.
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IIASA Postdoctoral Opportunities
The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) near Vienna, Austria, offers a postdoctoral program for scholars interested in research on issues of science and policy within the Institute's three theme areas of Natural Resources and Environment, Population and Society, and Energy and Technology. The National Science Foundation has indicated that postdoctoral work at IIASA would be eligible for funding under its International Research Fellowship Program, and encouraged IIASA to solicit applicants. NSF awards a stipend, plus allowances for travel, insurance, family, etc.
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 15, 2000.
You should consider applying if:
- You are within a year of completion of your doctorate, or no more than six years removed from receiving it;
- Your field of research coincides with one of IIASA's Project Areas;
- Your research and career would benefit from a year or two at an international research institution where you could interact with scientists from all over the world;
- You would like to investigate the policy implications of your research; and
- You are an American citizen or permanent resident.
IIASA is an international institution, supported by the U.S. and thirteen other governments, that engages in scientific research aimed at providing policy insight on issues of regional and global importance. Its suite of projects presently include the following:
- Population
- Radiation Safety of the Biosphere
- Forestry
- Transboundary Air Pollution
- Environmentally Compatible Energy Strategies
- Economic Transition and Integration
- Social Security Reform
- Adaptive Dynamics Network
- Transitions to New Technologies
- Risk, Modeling, and Policy
- Dynamic Systems
- Natural Catastrophes and Developing Countries
- Modeling Land-Use and Land-Cover Changes in Europe and Northern Asia
For more on the work done in each of these projects, see the IIASA web site at www.iiasa.ac.at.
Applications go to the NSF International Research Fellows Awards Program, and the application process is described at www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/getpub?nsf00141. Fastlane submission is required. Among the requirements are a detailed project description (five pages or less) that offers a rationale for conducting the research abroad at the host institution, a 50-word abstract, NSF application forms, a C.V., and a letter of invitation from the IIASA scientist with whom you would work. All application materials, including 3 letters of reference, must meet NSF's November 15 deadline.
You can contact IIASA scientists directly, through the IIASA web site. Or you can have the staff of the U.S. Committee for IIASA act as intermediary, answering questions and introducing you to project leaders with whom you might work.
For more information contact:
Margaret Goud Collins, Program Director for the U.S. Committee for IIASA
American Academy of Arts and Sciences
136 Irving St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: (617) 576-5019
Fax: (617) 576-5050
Email: mcollins@amacad.org
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Weather Data Coordinator
Risk Management Solutions, Inc. Weather Risk Product Marketing is seeking a Weather Data Coordinator. This individual will be responsible for coordinating the acquisition and management of a broad array of meteorological data that will be integrated in Climetrix, RMS' new Internet-based application for the weather derivatives market. Specific responsibilities will include researching the availability of different types of data around the world, interfacing with the business management and product development teams on product requirements, coordinating the acquisition of data from government and private data providers, processing and formatting data, responding to client inquiries, and gathering feedback from clients regarding new product directions.
This position requires a Master's degree in meteorology or a related field, strong computer skills, experience with processing and analyzing large and diverse data sets, attention to detail, and excellent oral and written communication skills. The ideal candidate is familiar with historical weather data and forecasts, has strong quantitative skills and a working knowledge of database and statistical software packages, has experience delivering and processing weather data over the Internet, and demonstrates considerable initiative and an ability to collaboratively work in a team without frequent supervision. Please see our web site at www.riskinc.com.
For more information contact:
Risk Management Solutions, Inc.
149 Commonwealth Drive
Menlo Park, California 94025
Attn: Tom Arnold – Recruiter
Office: (650) 617-2483
Fax: (650) 617-6435
Email: thomasa@riskinc.com
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