Research Physical Scientist, Ast Atmospheric - Hampton, United States - US Langley Research Center

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Duties:


  • Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade level will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
  • Lead in conception and development of proposals and implementation of atmospheric science studies to determine composition and behavior of Earth's atmosphere.
  • Conduct analyses of data collected during atmospheric science airborne measurement campaigns and publish results.
  • Utilize contemporary computational techniques to develop fast and accurate retrieval algorithms for satellite sensors relevant to NASA missions.
  • Lead the development of retrieval algorithms to perform climate quality data analysis of various NASA satellite and/or suborbital data.
  • Lead sensor performance studies for future NASA satellite and airborne sensor concepts.
  • Participate in airborne science field missions to enable atmospheric measurements for comparison and validation of NASA satellite data products.
  • Conduct analyses to present scientific findings at national and international conferences and to publish in peerreviewed journals.
  • Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
  • You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
  • This position may require a one year probationary period.

Qualifications:


  • In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.
  • NASA utilizes OPMapproved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA's unique aerospace work. The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement.
  • Vacant research positions may be filled at one of several grade levels depending upon the scientific impact of the person selected. A review may be required to determine the appropriate grade level of the position and supplemental materials may be required from the selectee. Please keep this in mind when indicating the lowest grade you will accept. If selected at the lower grade level, your scientific impact will be examined in addition to other factors, to determine if you are eligible for promotion.
  • To qualify for GS13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS12 level:
  • Developing and improving retrieval algorithms for geophysical parameters related to atmospheric composition, atmospheric dynamics, climate, and/or weather from satellite or suborbital instruments;
  • Interpreting and conducting analysis of earth remote sensing data;
  • Presenting results to the scientific community at scientific meetings, conferences or through publications.
To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:

  • Carrying out scientific investigations and improving existing operational techniques, such as retrieval algorithms or instrument calibration methods, for the design, development, distribution, or analysis of scientific information related to atmospheric composition, atmospheric dynamics, climate and/or weather;
  • Conducting sensor performance studies for satellite remote sensors;
  • Presenting results to the scientific community at meetings or conferences and through peerreviewed journal publications.

Education:


Basic Education Requirement:
You must have successfully completed a bachelor's degree with a major in one of the following:
a) Engineering from a college or university that has ABET accredited engineering programs
b) Physical Science, Mathematics, Life Science or other field of Science


If you did not complete a qualifying bachelor's degree, you may be eligible if you have obtained a graduate degree in an AST qualifying field, as listed above.

Degrees in engineering technology are
not considered qualifying for this position.


All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation.


Additional information:

If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must:

  • Meet the minimum qualifications requir
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