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We aim to fund and accelerate existing research by increasing investments in Antarctic science as well as by internally developing accurate forecasts of sea level rise and the expected behavior of Antarctic glaciers. To achieve this we leverage state of the art computational methods combining physics and AI on remote sensing and field data. This role specifically is for the internal development of data driven physics and machine learning methods.\nClimate change is destabilizing marine ice sheets, creating a risk of catastrophic sea-level rise over the next century. Arête Glacier Initiative is a new nonprofit initiative dedicated to understanding this risk and assessing the efficacy, safety, and feasibility of potential interventions to stabilize ice sheets. We aim to fund, coordinate, and accelerate research to enable informed and legitimate societal decisions regarding these interventions.\nMinimum Qualifications\nPhD in atmospheric science, geophysics, applied mathematics, computer science, or a closely related field\n3+ years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience applying machine learning or deep learning to weather forecasting or Earth system modeling (e.g., forecasting, downscaling, emulation)\nProficiency in Python and relevant ML frameworks (PyTorch or JAX) with experience in high-performance or cloud computing environments and large-scale parallel processing\nExperience handling noisy data, uncertainty propagation, and error estimation in a geoscientific context\nExperience with remote sensing datasets, specifically satellite radar, altimetry, and optical imagery\nDemonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in running ice dynamics models such as ISSM, PISM or MALI\nExperience with physics-informed neural networks, neural operators, Graph Neural Networks, or AI-accelerated FEM modeling\nFamiliarity with uncertainty quantification methods (e.g., ensembles, Bayesian inference) and sensitivity analysis techniques (e.g., adjoint methods) in a geoscientific context\nExperience with large gridded dataset tooling (Zarr, xarray, Dask)\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nDevelop, optimize, and maintain scalable processing workflows and pipelines for Finite Element Modeling\nDesign and implement physics-informed machine learning models to improve predictive accuracy\nQuickly learn and apply new tools, datasets, and methods to address evolving project needs\nApply advanced statistical methods to quantify uncertainty and validate model outputs\nCommunicate complex technical concepts clearly in both written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences\nDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment\nAdditional Notes\nThis position is fully remote with occasional in-person meetings as needed to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.\nRole and Responsibilities\nCollaborate with data scientists, engineers and scientists to develop methods to forecast glacier ice flow and its impact on sea level rise.\nIntegrate domain knowledge into model design and interpret model outputs for physically realistic conditions\nDevelop, adapt, and evaluate probabilistic ML and hybrid physics-ML models for cryospheric processes including ice sheet flow, surface mass balance, and ocean-ice interactions\nDevelop and run large scale numerical simulations of ice dynamics.\nProcess and curate large-scale observational and synthetic datasets (e.g., satellite data, radar sounding and ice sheet model outputs) for use in model training and validation.\nIdentify sensitivities of model outputs to model imperfections of low quality source data or data gaps\nParticipate in regular team research reviews, contributing to and receiving feedback on methods and results\nOther Duties\nPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\nArête Glacier Initiative is a newly launched nonprofit initiative, and as such, we are in the early stages of building our programs and team. This role requires a high degree of flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to take on diverse tasks as we develop and grow.\nWe encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply, regardless of whether you feel you meet 100% of the qualifications. The top candidates will bring their own unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds from a variety of industries along with many but not necessarily all of the skills listed above.\nCompensation\nCompensation for this full-time position is $120,000 - $150,000 annually, commensurate with experience.\nArête Glacier Initiative provides a best-in-class comprehensive set of benefits to support the team. All regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive:\nHealth Benefits & Insurance\nCarefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% of the premium paid for employees and 85% of dependents)\nPre-Tax Health Savings Account (HSA) (with $275 monthly employer contributions)\nPre-Tax Flexible Savings Account (FSA)\nPaid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance\nPaid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance\nPaid Basic Life Insurance\nSupplemental Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Dependent Children)\nTotal Pet Plan and Supplemental Wishbone Pet Insurance\nEmployee Opportunity Program (EAP) - Health and Wellness\nWellness Reimbursement Program \nRetirement\n401k Retirement Plan (with 6% matching)\nPaid Time Off\n15 Days Paid Time Off Per Year\n16 Paid Holidays (14 common plus 2 flexible holidays, including Dec 25 - Jan 1)\nPaid Bereavement Leave\nPaid Parental Leave for Moms and Dads (two weeks after first year)\nIf our mission and vision align with your personal values, please apply!\nA cover letter outlining your qualifications for the position along with your resume is required. Interviews will be conducted virtually.\nArête Glacier Initiative is fiscally sponsored by Digital Harbor Foundation. Digital Harbor Foundation is dedicated to fostering learning, creativity, productivity, and community through education with a vision of digital equity for everyone. Driven by our sincere belief that access to opportunity is a basic right, we take bold yet practical actions to support making a better future now. Through a portfolio of projects focused on developing leadership within communities, we support those closest to challenges to take deliberate actions based in design thinking approach, backed by data analysis, grounded in a practice of collective impact, and driven by a commitment to racial equity.\nDigital Harbor and Arête Glacier Initiative are an equal opportunity employer.","description_format":"text","description_chars":7071,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"phd","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":true}]},"benefits":["401k plan","Equity","Life insurance","Parental leave","Retirement plans","Vision insurance"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-14T22:03:13Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":32,"band":"fade","label":"Fading","p_open":1,"p_active":0.579,"p_room":0.55,"age_days":14,"expected_fill_days":12,"reasons":["conf:4","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-10-29T05:49:05Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":150000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/digital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/digital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-29T17:27:17Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":26144,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-30T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":2033047},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=2033047"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fdigital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fdigital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fdigital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/digital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fdigital-harbor-research-scientist-digital-harbor-foundation"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":2566746}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"digitalharbor.org","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":2566746},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. 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