Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lynker is a Federal Government Contractor seeking a Research and Training Meteorologist for International Desks to support the Weather Prediction Center. The role involves collaborating with various partners to develop training materials, conducting research on meteorological forecast problems, and publishing scientific findings.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with partners (NOAA, Academia, NMHS, and WMO) to develop training and conduct research on meteorological forecast problems in WMO Regions III and IV
- Develop training materials to transition new forecast tools and techniques
- Produce formal scientific publications
- Presenting at Conferences, Symposia, and other Hazardous weather-related Events
- Developing and Administering Forecaster Training in English
- Assisting in planning of Remote Training for WMO Region III and IV NMHS
- Perform related duties as assigned
Skills
- Bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Masters degree or advanced degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science or related area
- 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
- Application to research, hazardous weather diagnosis and prediction, and creation/dissemination of probabilistic hazard information
- Excellent programming skills in a Linux/Unix environment, including Python and various web languages
- Experience with developing and administering meteorological training material
- Experience with meteorological display software, i.e. - ArcGIS, GEMPAK, etc
- Knowledge of statistical methods in meteorology and strong analytical skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Company Overview
Lynker provides innovative solutions to support global environmental security and economic prosperity. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://lynker.com.