Job Description
The Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics (APAM) at Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for a Staff Associate I at the Morningside campus in New York City.
The Staff Associate I primary responsibilities will consist of 1) testing and improvement of the Columbia Tropical Cyclone Hazard Model (CHAZ); 2) preparation of data produced using CHAZ for external partners. The Staff Associate will use python and other statistical programs to analyze and organize the data associated with CHAZ. Duties involve but are not limited to:
Functional Knowledge: Knowledge of the Tropical Cyclone Hazard Model (CHAZ), basic statistics, and will use this information to solve data analysis and data set preparation. (30%)
Problem Solving Skills: Based on the guidelines, protocols and procedures provided, the Staff Associate will assist with the analysis the Tropical Cyclone Hazard Model (Chaz) under the supervisor's guidance. Much of the assessments are based on precedent and experience with the Hazard Model (20%)
Decision Making/Autonomy: Assist with research projects under PI supervision through the analysis of data (20%)
Technical Expertise: Utilizes python and statistical methods to assist in with the analysis and testing of the Hazard Model (15%)
Communication Skills: Shares information and confirm results of data set. (10%)
Other related duties as assigned (10%)
The Staff Associate I works within the guidelines based on protocols and procedures while assisting with the testing and improvement of the Hazard Model and preparation of data sets.
Applicants can consult http://www.apam.columbia.edu for more information about the department.
Preferred and Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Atmosphere/Ocean Science, or a related science or engineering discipline required
- Ability to communicate well in English, and work in a team
- Demonstrated experience in working with large data sets and statistical analysis
- Strong Programming Skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience programming in python
- Four years work experience preferred - may be substituted with education
- Knowledge of atmosphere/ocean science is desirable but not strictly required
Application Details
Interested applicants should submit their applications through: apply.interfolio.com/104887Applications must include: (a) curriculum vitae (b) names of at least three references (c) statement of research (optional)
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The Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics includes undergraduate and graduate studies in the fields of applied physics, applied mathematics, and materials science and engineering. The graduate program in applied physics includes plasma physics and controlled fusion; solid-state physics; optical and laser physics; and medical physics. The graduate program in applied mathematics includes research in applied analysis and atmospheric, oceanic, and earth physics. The graduate programs in materials science and engineering are described here.
The Department provides a home for undergraduate students seeking study of basic physics and mathematics and real exposure to the state-of-the-art and to the applications derived from such study. Each program provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of physics, mathematics, or materials science while providing curriculum flexibility by way of a spectrum of technical electives to pursue individual interests. Faculty members are able to provide individual guidance and mentoring due to the relatively small student-to-faculty ratio. Important elements of both the applied physics and applied mathematics programs are junior-senior research seminars and opportunities to pursue undergraduate research by working with a faculty mentor.
Important advancements in science and technology will be at the interface between pure science and mathematics and the traditional engineering disciplines. The Department's undergraduate programs prepare students to contribute to this advancement by following several routes. About half of our undergraduates enter graduate programs in engineering, applied science, physics, and mathematics. Others find technical, consulting, industrial, or computer-oriented employment immediately after receiving their bachelor of science degree. A smaller, but significant, fraction pursues medicine, law, or teaching.
As a department in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, we offer a Ph.D. degree in applied physics with specializations in applied mathematics, materials science and engineering, medical physics, plasma physics, and solid-state and optical physics. We contribute leadership to the interdepartmental committees of Applied Mathematics, Materials Science and Engineering and Solid State Science and Engineering, and Atmospheric and Planetary Science.
Our research activities generally span departmental boundaries at Columbia University. The Department acts as a focal point for interdisciplinary activities and the sharing of related ideas in science and mathematics through our ties with other departments including:
And other research centers and laboratories including:
- Columbia Nano Initiative
- Columbia Center for Integrated Science and Engineering (CISE)
- Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS)
- Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO)
- Energy Frontier Research Center (EFRC)
- Materials Research Science & Engineering Center (MRSEC) for Precision Assembly of Superstratic and Superatomic Solids
- MURI Center: New Materials Approaches for Future Graphene-Based Devices
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