Duties
Summary
As a Research Physical Scientist, AST, Earth Sciences Remote Sensing, with the Mesoscale Atmospheric Processes Lab, you will work at the cutting edge of passive microwave sensors for precipitation and other variables, from design, through construction, use, inter- and cross-calibration, development and validation of algorithms, and pursuit of funding, presentation, and publication opportunities.
Requirements
Qualifications
In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. NASA utilizes OPM-approved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA's unique aerospace work. The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement. Vacant research positions may be filled at one of several grade levels depending upon the scientific impact of the person selected. A review may be required to determine the appropriate grade level of the position and supplemental materials may be required from the selectee. Please keep this in mind when indicating the lowest grade you will accept. If selected at the lower grade level, the scientific impact of the incumbent will be examined in addition to other factors, to determine if the person is eligible for promotion. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level. Participating in inter- and cross-calibration of satellite passive microwave instruments Participating in developing innovative air- and/or space-borne passive microwave instruments that advance precipitation retrievals Contributing to algorithms for passive microwave-based retrievals of precipitation Reporting the results of research in technical publications, scientific journals, and/or scientific conferences To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level. Leading inter- and cross-calibration of satellite passive microwave instruments Originating remote-sensing concepts that lead to innovative air- and/or space-borne passive microwave instruments that advance precipitation retrievals Innovating concepts that advance algorithms for passive microwave-based retrievals of precipitation Reporting the results of research in technical publications, scientific journals, and scientific conferences
Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. If you are using a Curriculum Vitae (CV) as a resume, it must meet the aforementioned requirement. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.
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