About the Bureau We are Australia's weather, climate, water, oceans and space weather agency. Our work touches the lives of all Australians every day. Our products and services include observations, forecasts, warnings, analysis and advice. They cover Australia's atmosphere, water, oceans and space environments. The Bureau operates under the authority of the Meteorology Act 1955 and the Water Act 2007 . We also fulfill Australia's international obligations under the Convention of the World Meteorological Organization and related international meteorological treaties and agreements. Read the Bureau of Meteorology Strategy 2022-27 to find out more about our organisation and the work we do for all Australians. Working at the Bureau The Bureau represents a dynamic and exciting opportunity. At the Bureau you will: do meaningful work that brings real benefits to the Australian community, businesses and government. work with dedicated experts and professionals who constantly seek to improve the services we provide to our customers. work in excellent workplaces in a variety of great locations. You'll have access to the latest technology in a diverse, safe and inclusive environment for everyone. experience our commitment to learning, growth, training and clear career pathways. You'll receive competitive salary and benefits. Position overview The successful applicant will join a dynamic team of scientists, post-docs and engineers in the Radar Science team of the Observations Assimilation and Data Science (OADS) Section within the Bureau's Research Program. As part of the Asset Network Planning Forecast Model (ANP-FM) project, a major objective of the Radar Science team is to enhance the quality of radar observations and increase the impact of high-resolution assimilation of radar observations on the quality of convective-scale numerical weather forecasts. To address this objective, the Radar Science Team seeks a radar data assimilation (DA) expert to accelerate impact of ground-based radar data assimilation in our convective-scale forecast model (ACCESS-C, ACCESS-CE) and conduct state-of-the-art research on rapidly assimilating fresh sources of data through new and innovative data assimilation techniques based on ensemble weather forecasts, such as with the pre-emptive forecasting technique concept. The ANP-FM project work involves the following work packages: Development of improved quality control of radar observations, including KDP estimation, hydrometeor classification, and Doppler unfolding Improvement of the reflectivity and Doppler assimilation from our operational radar network using the existing DA system. Assessment of the potential impact of dual-polarization radar moment assimilation Further development and transition to operations of the pre-emptive forecasting technique for improved rainfall forecasting, and later other model variables Quantification of the impact of assimilating radar reflectivity profiles, including those from the operational radar network and synthetic radar reflectivity's derived from geostationary satellite and lightning network observations. The ideal applicant would be a radar quality control and radar data assimilation expert with strong programming skills, but people with expertise in data assimilation (not specifically radar) will be considered. The selected applicant is expected to work closely with other scientists of the Radar Science and Data Assimilation teams. The key duties of the position include The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Undertake research on quality control and assimilation of radar obs ervations. Quantify the impact on the quality of weather forecasts using statistical scores. Assist with the transition to operations of the new assimilation schemes developed. Communicate results through internal reports, journal articles and presentations. Commitment to APS Values and Code of Conduct and understanding of the Bureau's diversity and inclusion statement of commitment and the Bureau way Complying with all Bureau work, health and safety policies and procedures, and taking reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of employees, contractors and visitors who may be affected by your conduct.
