The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). The Director of NCAR is the executive and scientific leader of NCAR and is responsible for the direction and productivity of NCAR research and facilities programs, including the formulation and execution of plans, budgets, and priorities, as well as directing all phases of the operations of the national center. A major responsibility of the Director of NCAR is to build and maintain a strategic partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF).

UCAR intends to fill the position promptly, and seeks to have the new Director in place by late 2008. For more information, please visit http://www.ucar.edu/ncar-director-search.

The European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) seeks experienced consultants to work on the use of space-borne cloud radar/lidar in numerical weather prediction (NWP). ECMWF is in the negotiation phase with the European Space Agency (ESA) for a contract on the potential of the future EarthCARE mission. Emphasis will be on the verification of clouds and aerosols and on the development and evaluation of data assimilation techniques for cloud profiling data. The new consultants will be actively involved in the development and/or modification of forward operators to support these activities.

The Physical Aspects (PA) section of the project carries out research into the parametrization of sub-grid processes and maintains a simplified version of the schemes (including linear/adjoint) to support data assimilation. The Satellite (SAT) section carries out research into the use of a wide range of satellite data in ECMWF's operational data assimilation system.

Consultant 1 will be working in the SAT-section on the adaptation/development of observation operators for matching satellite radar/lidar observations with other satellite observations; the evaluation of atmospheric motion vector height assignment; the evaluation of cloud detection obtained from atmospheric sounder data; the evaluation of cloud analyses obtained from microwave imager data; and the development of a prototype radar/lidar data monitoring system.

Consultant 2 will be working in the PA-section on the adaptation/development of observation operators for matching satellite radar/lidar observations with model fields; validation of cloud and aerosol parameterizations; development of satellite lidar/radar data assimilation strategies; and experimental assimilation of satellite radar/lidar data.

Each position is a one-year contract, beginning 1 July 2008. A PhD or the equivalent is required, with good knowledge of meteorology and some experience with large scale models, as well as experience in using modern data analysis tools. To apply for either of these positions, visit http://www.ecmwf.int/newsevents/employment/en/ap08-08-en.html.

The Climate Change Science Program (CCSP) seeks a Global Change Program Specialist to support two of the program's research elements: the Global Water Cycle (GWC) and Human Contributions and Responses (HCR). The individual will facilitate interagency planning between 13 Federal agencies and departments; assist in drafting and reviewing assessments of the potential impacts of climate change; manage workshops and symposia in support of these activities; and communicate scientific information to policy officials, stakeholders, and the public, in both print and digital formats. The individual will also fulfill a secretariat role, including web content development, maintenance of web-based files, and coordinating logistics to meet the GWC and HCR goals outlined in the CCSP Strategic Plan. This is a term position through September 30, 2009 with possibility of extension; no paid relocation.

This position requires a B.S. degree in natural sciences and/or the social sciences (advanced degree preferred) and 3–5 years of experience in a relevant discipline, which includes a familiarity with climate change issues and related sciences (e.g., hydrology, terrestrial and oceanic systems, and the social sciences). The candidate must have advanced knowledge and understanding of technical, analytical, and management tools and skill in planning and organizing working group and scientific meetings.

To view a detailed job description, please visit http://www.fin.ucar.edu/hr/careers/uco.cfm?do=jobDetailExt&job_ID=1009. Initial consideration will be given to applications received prior to 3/28/2008. (Reference job #8071WP)