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ST. LOUIS, MO 63130Position Summary
The postdoc will be anticipated to leverage satellite retrievals of atmospheric composition, emissions and meteorology datasets, and a chemical transport model (CTM). These geospatial inputs and information will be used to fine-tune a NASA foundation model (Prithvi WxC) to emulate CTM processes, and to predict ground-level air quality data (e.g., PM2.5, NO2, and SO2) over the United Sates for electric utility air permitting. The postdoc will also have the opportunity to work on other topics related to air quality modeling, remote sensing, and machine learning within the scope of ACAG.
The postdoc will have various opportunities for professional development, including contributing to and leading grant proposal development (e.g., external postdoctoral fellowships) under the guidance of both mentors. Additional opportunities include delivering guest lectures to strengthen teaching experience, and receiving mentorship in preparing academia and industry job applications, and additional professional tutoring services from the Writing Center and Communication Center at WashU.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.
Working Conditions:
This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Salary Range:
Base pay is commensurate with experience.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in a relevant subject, including but not limited to, atmospheric science, environmental engineering, earth observation, and computer science.
• Strong programming skills and experience with machine learning applications in geoscience are highly desirable.
• Experience of disseminating findings through publications and presentations.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a research team.

Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Not Applicable
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Pre-Employment Screening
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