About the Role
Leads the development and execution of high-impact weather forecasting initiatives, managing scientific staff and collaborating across departments to enhance predictive accuracy and public impact.
Responsibilities
- Direct the strategic vision for weather forecasting programs
- Oversee daily operations of forecasting teams and systems
- Develop and maintain advanced meteorological models
- Ensure forecast accuracy and timely dissemination
- Manage a team of scientists, forecasters, and technical staff
- Collaborate with research partners on atmospheric studies
- Represent the unit at national and international forums
- Secure external funding through grant proposals
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals
- Integrate new observational data into forecasting workflows
- Lead response efforts during extreme weather events
- Mentor junior staff and postdoctoral researchers
- Evaluate emerging technologies for operational use
- Ensure compliance with safety and data standards
- Coordinate with government and academic partners
- Design training programs for forecast team development
- Monitor performance metrics and reporting
- Support interdisciplinary climate and weather projects
- Maintain forecasting infrastructure and software
- Promote diversity and inclusion within the team
- Foster public communication of forecast information
- Guide long-term forecasting capability planning
- Oversee quality assurance for real-time predictions
- Contribute to academic curriculum development
- Participate in institutional governance and planning
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
Work Arrangement
On-site with potential for limited flexible scheduling
Team
Part of a multidisciplinary earth sciences division integrating research and real-time forecasting
About the Program
The forecasting program combines academic research with operational meteorology to improve prediction capabilities and serve public needs through timely, accurate weather information.
Application Requirements
Candidates must submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, statement of research vision, and contact information for three professional references.
Available for qualified candidates
