Storm Surge Generalist

Job Description

Join a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and mathematicians developing catastrophe models for the insurance and reinsurance industries. At Verisk, we are leading the way in generating new solutions based on high-resolution numerical weather models to simulate the full distribution of possible extreme weather events cyclones, storm surge, convective storms, and flooding consistent with a changing climate. We are seeking an oceanographer or atmospheric scientist to advance the development, support, and delivery of the hazard component of storm surge peril models. Your work will inform risk and capital management decisions globally. Qualifications Hydrodynamic numerical modeling expertise with a focus on atmospheric phenomena - Experience in running Delft3D FM is a plus Strong understanding of the balance of model accuracy and computational cost Advance programming skills, with a preference for Python Expertise in a Linux based high performance computing environment Proficiency in version controlling systems (e.g. Git) Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly. A solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering scalable, high-quality solutions. Proficiency in model calibration techniques to match observed data Experience validating model against historical datasets Experience in quality checking observational datasets and quantifying their uncertainty Version control in Git Geospatial analysis Requirements Ph.D. in oceanography or atmospheric science, or a related field; or Master s with 3+ years of relevant experience Key Responsibilities Provide domain knowledge and numerical modeling expertise for capturing storm surge processes Contribute to pioneering storm surge research, by making use of innovative scientific and statistical methods for model development, validation, and productization for global clients Develop and maintain codebase, apply version control (e.g. Git) best practices