Research Scientist (Wildfire Modeling)KCC seeks a highly qualified physical scientist with experience in the field of wildfires to join our growing Model Development Team. In this position, you will work closely with other scientists and engineers to develop our suite of advanced, atmospheric-peril catastrophe models with an emphasis on wildfire models.About KCC Karen Clark &amp; Company (KCC) is the innovation and technology leader in weather, climate, and catastrophe risk modeling. KCC professionals are globally recognized experts in catastrophe modeling and risk management. From our headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, we provide advanced models, innovative software, and comprehensive consulting services to enhance risk management strategies and climate resiliency.  KCC modeling technology currently covers tropical cyclones, extratropical cyclones, severe convective storms, floods, earthquakes, winter storms, and wildfires in over 80 countries. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.karenclarkandco.com/">www.kcc.us.com</a>Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop the technical aspects of wildfire hazard and impacts models</li><li>Compile related literature and datasets required for model development</li><li>Conduct model sensitivity and validation tests</li><li>Provide documentation for technical publications</li><li>Conduct post disaster field surveys after major events</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>PhD in geophysical sciences or related field</li><li>Knowledge and experience in modeling wildfire behavior and spread</li><li>Knowledge and experience in advanced probability and statistical methods</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills including an eye for professional presentation</li><li>Programming experience in a widely used language like Python</li><li>Ability to travel within the US or internationally with little advance notice</li><li>Experience with GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, etc.) is a plus</li><li>Experience in catastrophe modeling a plus</li><li>Knowledge of C# programming language a plus</li><li>Some work experience (≤ 5 years) a plus</li></ul>

Karen Clark &amp; Company develops software that provides innovative tools for catastrophe risk management. Over two decades ago, Nobel Peace Prize Honoree Karen Clark pioneered the catastrophe risk modeling techniques and solutions used today by virtually every insurance and reinsurance company in the world.
Karen Clark &amp; Company is now leading the next generation of catastrophe risk management solutions to address the evolving needs of its clients. RiskInsight&reg;, the first open loss modeling platform, is used by insurance and reinsurance companies in US and non-US markets and supports new catastrophe models for major perils such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and severe convective storms. Additional innovations by Karen Clark &amp; Company include the Characteristic Event (CE) methodology and real-time event tracking.

Research Scientist (Wildfire Modeling)

Research Scientist (Wildfire Modeling)KCC seeks a highly qualified physical scientist with experience in the field of wildfires to join our growing Model Development Team. In this position, you will work closely with other scientists and engineers to develop our suite of advanced, atmospheric-peril catastrophe models with an emphasis on wildfire models.About KCC Karen Clark &amp; Company (KCC) is the innovation and technology leader in weather, climate, and catastrophe risk modeling. KCC professionals are globally recognized experts in catastrophe modeling and risk management. From our headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, we provide advanced models, innovative software, and comprehensive consulting services to enhance risk management strategies and climate resiliency. &nbsp;KCC modeling technology currently covers tropical cyclones, extratropical cyclones, severe convective storms, floods, earthquakes, winter storms, and wildfires in over 80 countries. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.karenclarkandco.com/">www.kcc.us.com</a>Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop the technical aspects of wildfire hazard and impacts models</li><li>Compile related literature and datasets required for model development</li><li>Conduct model sensitivity and validation tests</li><li>Provide documentation for technical publications</li><li>Conduct post disaster field surveys after major events</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>PhD in geophysical sciences or related field</li><li>Knowledge and experience in modeling wildfire behavior and spread</li><li>Knowledge and experience in advanced probability and statistical methods</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills including an eye for professional presentation</li><li>Programming experience in a widely used language like Python</li><li>Ability to travel within the US or internationally with little advance notice</li><li>Experience with GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, etc.) is a plus</li><li>Experience in catastrophe modeling a plus</li><li>Knowledge of C# programming language a plus</li><li>Some work experience (≤ 5 years) a plus</li></ul>

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