Research Scientist

Howard University

About the Role

The NOAA Center in Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology (NCAS-M) is seeking a research scientist to provide direct support and subject matter knowledge on the advancement and understanding of risk communication and risk behavior related to ecosystem science solutions for the nation’s ocean and coastal resources to sustain thriving coastal communities and economies. The research scientist will collect and analyze data and make recommendations on streamlining and making communication with the public accessible and actionable. This position is located at Howard University and is expected to spend time at NOAA labs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct social, behavioral, or economic science analyses or studies that promote and measure an organization's ability to serve communities.
• Communicate results from social, behavioral, or economic science analyses.
• Attend meetings and professional conferences to present research results and interact with NOAA and other collaborators and users.
• Assist in the preparation of publications to describe results.
• Assist with managing research projects (e.g., research design, IRB approval, data collection, data analysis) and research products (e.g., writing, presentations) that are in line with center goals and responsibilities.
• Contribute to the overall development of the NCAS-M social science program.
• Participate in the mentorship of graduate and undergraduate research assistants.
• Publish peer-reviewed scientific papers and present results at national/international conferences.
• Assist faculty researchers and/or act independently in the planning and designing of research projects, establishing priorities, and recommending schedules, timetables, and costs.
• Collaborate and be a team player on additional research projects within the atmospheric science research group at Howard University and across the broader scientific community.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Research and develop delivery of data, models, and decision support tools in the creation of more effective watch and warning products.
• Preparation of interpretative reports, and advice and consultation on social sciences matters to governmental officials and the private sector.
• Knowledge of and experience with atmospheric, urban scale land atmosphere interactions, clouds and water cycle is essential.

Qualifications

• Recent PhD graduate in Public Policy, Behavioral or Social Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstration of organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in teams is essential.
• Working independently to produce reports and publish research results in peer-reviewed journals is required.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but is accountable for day-to-day research activities and advising graduate students.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000