Natural Hazards Research Scientist

Research wildfire, flood, and windstorm hazards with Skynet Software, building models that support Chelsea Avondale’s home insurance technology. Use scientific judgment.

This Research Scientist role sits within Skynet Software, Chelsea Avondale’s scientific research and engineering division. You will compose complex physics-based models, evaluate outputs, and benchmark results against historical events. Your work will connect mathematical modelling, numerical experiments, and environmental data.

• Evaluate severe natural hazard model results scientifically
• Benchmark model performance against historical events
• Curate satellite imagery, geospatial data, and weather observations
• Design and run geophysical or environmental numerical experiments
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables

• Degree in Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative discipline
• Broad knowledge of mathematical modelling and numerical differential equations
• Experience with uncertainty quantification and Monte Carlo simulation
• Statistical evaluation experience with large multidimensional datasets
• Clear communication of methods and results to stakeholders

Apply quantitative research, environmental experimentation, and hazard modelling expertise to Chelsea Avondale’s insurance technology.