Staff Researcher

Job Summary:

The Staff Researcher is responsible for applying the Integrated Methane Inversion (IMI) to quantify methane emissions in different countries and regions of the world. The IMI is a software tool developed in Professor Daniel Jacob’s Atmospheric Chemistry Modeling Group (ACMG) to infer methane emissions from satellite observations. There is demand from stakeholders contracting with Harvard to apply the IMI to a range of conditions. The Staff Researcher will handle a variety of these assignments within the ACMG and under Professor Jacob’s supervision. They will interact directly with the stakeholders to configure the IMI in the most effective way for specific applications and will contribute new developments to the IMI. This is a one-year term appointment with the possibility of extension. 

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Apply the IMI to quantify methane emissions.
• Interact directly with the stakeholders to configure the IMI for their applications.
• Develops, designs and conducts original research experiments in line with research plans.
• Participates in the development and modification of new protocols and experimental strategies. 
• Interprets and implements research methodology. 
• Formulates research methods and suggests options for improving quality; troubleshoots and recommends solutions to problems. 
• Conducts scientific analysis of experimental results to understand trends, characteristics and tendencies. 
• Presents research findings at laboratory meetings. 
• Disseminates project results through writing articles, reports, and conference presentations.
• Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques. 

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a research lab and office setting.