Cyclone Scientist

The Space Science and Engineering Center is looking for an experienced researcher with a strong track record of tropical cyclone research and product development to join the Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies (CIMSS) tropical cyclone research team. The CIMSS Tropical Cyclone research group are leaders in developing and implementing actionable near-real time tropical cyclone decision support information from modern weather satellites.

The researcher will lead research focused on utilizing infrared and microwave measurements from the U.S. Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) and Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) programs as well as related sensors on European, Japanese, and Korean geostationary spacecraft and new commercial satellite assets to develop state-of-the-art global tropical cyclone intensity and dynamic products. A particular focus will be on merging satellite observations with other observation and prediction tools (including radar, airborne measurements, and NWP models) to improve tropical storm development, intensification, and track forecasts.

The researcher will lead tasks related to the development, testing, delivery, and integration of algorithms to operational production systems.

Applications due November 11, 2026.

• Minimum of 6 years in tropical cyclone remote sensing and research.
• Established peer-reviewed publication record.
• Capacity to lead a research science team including defining research priorities, implementing approaches, managing personnel, and reporting findings.
• Experience leading or participating in tropical field campaigns.
• Broad understanding of current and future geostationary and low-Earth orbiting weather satellite capabilities for weather decision support and remote sensing applications.
• Successful record of securing extramural research funding via science proposals to federal agencies (e.g. NOAA, NASA, and DOD).