Training and Research Meteorologist for International Desks (Bilingual - English/Spanish) - Axiom Consultants

Axiom is seeking a Training and Research Meteorologist for International Desks to support the Weather Prediction Center (WPC) of the National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP). The position will be based at the WPC in College Park, MD, within the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP). The NCWCP is a highly collaborative environment containing several NOAA organizations, including the Environmental Modeling Center (EMC) and Climate Prediction Center (CPC) as well as being in close proximity to the University of Maryland. The ideal candidate will serve as a Training and Research Meteorologist in WPC's International Desks servicing World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Regions III and IV (Central/South America along with the Caribbean). In this capacity the incumbent will work with scientists within NOAA, WMO, National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHS) from WMO Regions III and IV, as well as partners outside of NOAA to identify and evaluate promising forecast techniques for improved weather forecasts. He/She will work with this community on research topics for WMO Regions III and IV to enhance the transition of research to operations, and assist in the training of forecasters from WMO Regions III and IV. The incumbent will also work to publish results from studies in peer-reviewed journals.

Areas of particular need and interest to be addressed include the forecasting of heavy precipitation associated with tropical cyclones, warm-season convection, and atmospheric rivers. Additional areas of focus include the use of ensemble model output and forecaster generation of probabilistic products, as well as exploring future roles of weather forecasters.

Specific activities may include but are not limited to:

• Developing and Administering Forecaster Training in Spanish and English
• Collaborate with partners (NOAA, Academia, NMHS, and WMO) to develop training and conduct research on meteorological forecast problems in WMO Regions III and IV.
• Plan and Conduct Remote Training for WMO Region III and IV NMHS.
• Develop training materials to transition new forecast tools and techniques.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Required/Desirable Knowledge or Skills Set:

• (Spanish/English) Excellent oral and written communication skills are highly desired and a strong ability to work in a collaborative team environment is needed for the position.
• MS or advanced degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science or related area and at least one year experience in operational meteorology or applied research; additional post-graduate education may be substituted for experience.
• Extensive knowledge of weather forecasting (emphasis on quantitative precipitation forecasting) from short to medium range, and their application to hazardous weather diagnosis and prediction, and creation/dissemination of probabilistic hazard information.
• Experience with Linux operating systems with programming experience (i.e. - Python, Perl, R, Shell Programming)
• Experience with developing and administering meteorological training material
• Experience with meteorological display software, i.e. - ArcGIS, NCL, GEMPAK, etc.
• Knowledge of statistical methods in meteorology and strong analytical skills

Axiom offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive medical/dental/life insurance and matching 401(k) contribution.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)