Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number | PG193296EP |
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Internal Recruitment | No |
Working Title | Climate Engagement Specialist |
Anticipated Hiring Range | $60,000-$70,000 |
Work Schedule | 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday; evenings and weekends as needed |
Job Location | Raleigh, NC |
Department | NC Inst of Climate Studies |
About the Department | The North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies (NCICS) is a UNC inter-institutional research institute whose primary focus is to promote the discovery of new knowledge about global, regional, and local climate variability and its impacts; and to provide information that is critical for determining trends and validating climate forecasts at all these spatial scales. A primary activity of NCICS is the operation of the NOAA Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth Systems Science (CISESS) formed through a consortium of academic, non-profit, and community organizations with leadership from the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) and North Carolina State University (NCSU) on behalf of the University of North Carolina (UNC) System. CISESS provides foci for collaborative research and associated activities in support of NOAA mission goals related to meteorological satellite and climate data and information research and development. |
Essential Job Duties | The North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies Climate Engagement Specialist will lead engagement initiatives across a diverse portfolio of environmental research projects such as machine learning assisted wildfire prediction, extreme precipitation and flooding, air quality, and public health. This role entails crafting and executing dynamic engagement strategies that facilitate a two-way exchange of information, and serving as Institute liaison with external partners and entities. The incumbent must be able to effectively convey complex climate science research to a wide array of stakeholders while also collecting crucial insights to guide and enhance the research process. Key responsibilities for this position include: Project-related Engagement Activities:
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Other Responsibilities | Additional Engagement Activities:
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Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience | Master’s degree in relevant Earth science (e.g., atmospheric sciences, environmental sciences, etc), mathematics, engineering, computer science, or a related field, OR a bachelor’s degree with five (5) or more years of relevant experience. |
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Other Required Qualifications |
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Preferred Qualifications | The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for impactful research, stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to fostering inclusive solutions that address the needs of diverse populations and drive effective research and product development outcomes. |
Required License(s) or Certification(s) | Valid NC driver’s license |
Valid NC Driver's License required | Yes |
Commercial Driver's License required | No |
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date | 03/25/2024 |
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Anticipated Close Date | Open Until Filled |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for professional references. |
Position Details
Position Number | 00110729 |
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Position Type | EHRA Non-Faculty |
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) | 1.00 |
Appointment | 12 Month Recurring |
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather | Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather |
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events | Non Mandatory - Emergency Event |
Department ID | 063001 - NC Inst of Climate Studies |
AA/EEO | NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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