Assistant State Climatologist, 12 Month Salaried (Florida Climate Center)

Department

Florida Climate Center | Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Predication Studies (COAPS) | College of Arts & Sciences

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be involved in the day-to-day operations of the Florida Climate Center, especially as it pertains to outreach and communication. This position will serve as a key member of the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS) outreach team and help identify, plan, and participate in a variety of events and opportunities. Limited travel to outreach events and workshops may be required.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing climate data and services to citizens, private businesses, and government agencies in the State of Florida. Duties involve responding to inquiries about climate and weather via phone and email. Independently utilizing all resources available to answer questions and formulate data, products, and reports to meet the needs of the customer.
• Developing and disseminating regular climate products and reports, and maintaining a suite of web-based climate data products in response to needs and gaps.
• Serving as a liaison between the Florida Climate Center and our partners in climate services at the National Centers for Environmental information, Southeast Regional Climate Center, other state climate offices, and the National Weather Service.
• Performing research-related tasks as opportunities arise or as driven by public demand and in support of other projects/grants in place at COAPS. This could include independent research projects assigned by the Director of the Florida Climate Center, as well as providing data and technical support for research projects from undergraduate students, graduate students, summer interns, and faculty.
• Leading outreach/educational presentations and experiments related to climate and weather information in classroom as well as informal settings.
• Creating, editing, and distributing routine climate reports and newsletters.
• Managing and providing content to social media accounts for the Florida Climate Center.

Qualifications

A master's degree from an accredited institution in the field of Meteorology or a related science is required. A bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field with a minimum of two years of experience in the field of Meteorology/Climatology/Climate Services or in Science Education/Outreach/Communication may also be considered. This position will be hired at the rank of Assistant in Research.

The selected candidate must also possess:

• A friendly and helpful professional demeanor and be able to work well independently as well as with a variety of groups including other scientists, the general public, and stakeholder groups, such as educators, practitioners, school-aged children, etc.
• Ability to prepare publication-quality graphics and maps, have basic web and programming skills, strong organizational skills, good oral and written communication, and the ability to write on technical subjects and make them understandable for non-scientists.

Experience with data analysis, including basic knowledge of and/or the ability to learn computer programming and statistical analysis software, such as Python, R, HTML, SASS, GIS, or Matlab, as well as some research experience, is preferred.

Contact Info

For more details, please contact Dr. Emily Powell.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This is a state funded part-time position (0.50 FTE, 20 hours per week). Subject to the availability of future grant funding, the position may increase up to full-time (1.0 FTE).

Applications review will begin November 13, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.