Postdoctoral Associate - Atmospheric Sciences Research Center

Locations:
Albany, NY

Posted:
Nov 2, 2026

Closes:
Open Until Filled

Type:
Temporary

.: WF260175

Position ID: 206298

The University at Albany is a Carnegie-classified Research 1 institution driven by academic excellence, pioneering research and scientific discovery, and service to community. UAlbany's world-class faculty experts and approximately 17,500 students are creating new knowledge in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductor engineering, atmospheric and environmental sciences, cybersecurity, public health, public administration and social welfare while deepening our understanding of our world through scholarship and creative activity in the social sciences and humanities.

As one of the most diverse public research institutions in the nation, the University is a national leader in public engagement, educational equity and social mobility. For over 180 years, UAlbany has molded bright, curious and engaged students and launched them toward success.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.

A research group within the Atmospheric Sciences Research Centeris contributing to a project focused on understanding future climate conditions and weather-related hazards across New York State. The project examines multiple high-impact perils, including extreme wind gusts, hurricanes, extratropical cyclones, tornadoes, hail, extreme precipitation, and coastal and inland flooding. A central objective is to generate high-resolution meteorological datasets using complementary physics-based numerical models and artificial intelligence-based downscaling methods.

• Physics-based modeling and analysis of meteorological hazards
• AI-based modeling and analysis of meteorological hazards
• Statistical analysis of financial loss datasets
• Communication of research results through publications in project reports, peer-reviewed journals, and presentations at project meetings and conferences.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned

• Reports to:
  
  Empire Innovation Professor
• Supervises the following positions: N/A

• In-depth understanding of deep learning.
• Proficiency in various machine learning frameworks (e.g., Pytorch, Keras, Tensorflow, JAX)
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English.
• Ability to work productively in a research team.

• PhD degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• 1 to 5 years of relevant experience in atmospheric modeling.
• Extensive experience in python programming.

• 1 to 5 years of experience in machine learning.
• PhD degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Working experience with mesoscale models (e.g., WRF)
• Peer-reviewed publications in atmospheric modeling

Typical office environment

Postdoctoral Associate, SL1, $60,.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.

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