Position Description

Discover your potential as a career-track Research Associate or Research Scientist with the Advanced Radar Techniques (ART) team at the University of Oklahoma’s Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research and Operations (CIWRO), in collaboration with NOAA's National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL). This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of weather radar technologies and perform cutting-edge research and development.

Overview

The ART Team is a dynamic group of scientists and engineers dedicated to improving meteorological products from weather radars. Our mission encompasses pioneering signal-processing and remote-sensing techniques, harnessing the potential of phased-array radar for weather observations, and transferring technology to various radar systems.

As a member of our team, your role will involve contributing to existing projects and exploring innovative ideas to drive advancements in weather radar technology. We're seeking an enthusiastic individual who thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about both exploring the unique capabilities of phased-array radars and developing weather radar technologies that can be transferred to government, public, and private organizations. Based at the National Weather Center in Norman, OK (https://www.ou.edu/nwc), this position promises not only professional growth and promotion potential but also the chance to impact the broader scientific community through peer-reviewed publications and participation in conferences and technical meetings. Some examples of projects you may work on include:

·         Developing signal processing techniques for the mitigation of wind-turbine clutter contamination.

·         Developing signal processing techniques for the mitigation of range-and-velocity ambiguities.

·         Developing advanced scanning and signal processing techniques for NSSL’s Advanced Technology Demonstrator (ATD) phased-array radar.

For more insights into our activities, visit: bit.ly/ciwroart.

Job Responsibilities

As a CIWRO researcher working in the ART team, you will

●     Contribute to and have the opportunity to lead research and development activities in the field of weather radar technology.

●     Cultivate expertise in weather radar signal processing and phased-array radar systems.

●     Collaboratively work in an interdisciplinary team to develop signal processing techniques to improve the quality of weather radar products, and to design, implement, and demonstrate advanced scanning techniques using phased-array radar systems.

●     Communicate research results through participation in technical meetings, workshops, conferences, and/or symposia and through the production of technical reports and publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

This position is in Norman, OK at the National Weather Center (https://www.ou.edu/nwc).

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who possess:

●     A master’s degree or a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

●     Expertise in signal processing theory and techniques.

●     Demonstrated proficiency in developing complex simulations using MATLAB.

●     Effective communication and teamwork skills within diverse environments.

This position does not require specialized knowledge of remote sensing, radar systems, or atmospheric science. Though not required, preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of weather radar and/or phased-array radar.

Benefits and Work-Life Balance

Joining our team comes with numerous benefits, including:

·         Competitive salary based on experience; comprehensive university benefits (http://hr.ou.edu/).

·         Generous paid leave, encompassing 14 paid holidays and 22 hours of accrued paid time off per month.

·         Reduced membership at the University of Oklahoma’s state-of-the-art fitness and aquatic center (https://www.ou.edu/far).

More details about working at the University of Oklahoma, benefits packages, as well as living in Norman, Oklahoma are provided on our website: https://jobs.ou.edu/Discover-OU.

We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work-life balance by championing a flexible work culture, offering adaptable work hours and a hybrid work arrangement. This empowering framework enables team members to seamlessly navigate personal commitments while effectively contributing to their professional responsibilities.

How to apply

Applications should be mailed to [email protected] and include a cover letter, the names and contact information for 3 references, and your resume/cv. The cover letter must highlight relevant signal processing and MATLAB experience. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The starting date is negotiable.

The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.