Position Information
| Posting Number |
PG195150TM |
| Position Number |
06KKC04 |
| Position Type |
Temporary |
| Essential Job Duties |
The North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies (
NCICS) in Asheville, NC is currently seeking a Temporary Research and Development Associate to work remotely with Institute and
NOAA
NCEI scientists on current projects. The associate will support various project-related tasks, including, but not limited to: data inventory development, scientific study coordination, data search and acquisition, statistical analysis, data formatting and calibration, mathematical model formulation, pipeline development, and machine learning.
The Associate(s) will be expected to utilize their education and background to:
- Complete a variety of scientific programming, development, or research-related tasks under the guidance of Institute scientists;
- Effectively utilize programming and/or software engineering skills while interacting with environmental information;
- Demonstrate strong technical aptitude and the ability to research and solve complex issues independently;
- Demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn and apply new skills as needed;
- Effectively communicate challenges, approaches, and resolutions to all levels of the organization as requested or needed;
- Maintain confidentiality with sensitive customer and internal information.
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| Is Time Limited |
Yes |
| If Yes, Appointment Length |
11 months |
Department Information
| Job City & State |
Asheville, NC |
| Department |
NC Institute for Climate Studies |
System Information
| Classification Title |
Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional |
| Working Title |
Temporary Research and Development Associate |
Requirements and Preferences
| Work Schedule |
40 hrs/wk |
| Other Work/Responsibilities |
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| Minimum Experience/Education |
Recent completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree in statistics, environmental science, mathematics, computer science, engineering, meteorology, atmospheric science, public health, or related field, with a minimum
GPA of 3.2. |
| Department Required Skills |
- Experience with scientific programming and programming languages.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong communication and relational skills to work effectively across teams.
- Ability to work independently as well as make positive team contributions.
- Creative problem solving abilities.
- Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects with different stakeholders and varying timelines.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Familiarity with software engineering concepts, and the ability to apply those concepts to environmental information.
- Experience with machine learning development and natural language processing (NLP).
- Experience developing scientific applications.
- Experience with environmental data research and analysis.
- Experience working in cloud computing and/or high performance computing environments.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity such as journal publications.
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| Required License or Certification |
N/A |
| Valid NC Driver's License required? |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required? |
No |
Recruitment Details
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
$30-40/hr DOQ |
Applicant Information
| Quick Link |
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/218210 |
| 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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. 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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North Carolina State University
$30-40/hr DOQ
May 21, 2025