Meteorologist Positions

Junior Power Trader/Meteorologist
TransMarket Group, LLC
Chicago, IL
Posted 12/9/11

TransMarket Group LLC (TMG) is seeking entry level candidates with strong analytical backgrounds and a firm grasp on meteorology to add to our quantitative trading teams in the Chicago office.

Junior Traders assume a critical role in the trade development and execution process by working closely with senior level developers and traders to support and enhance in-house trading strategies. Junior Power Traders\Meteorologists provide views on weather and its impact on energy and demand markets and are responsible for researching new strategies as well as continuously analyzing, evaluating, and fine tuning existing strategies.

TMG’s environment is unique in the proprietary trading profession. While the work is rigorous and demands a high level of commitment, the firm maintains an open, cooperative and collegial atmosphere. Most employees at TMG hold advanced degrees and can demonstrate strong evidence of academic and professional achievement in previous endeavors. We look for candidates who are effective at working in a team environment, and who are interested in a long-term career with TMG.

Desired Skills & Experience

BA required by time of employment; top-tiered school preferred
MA and PhD also accepted (Several entry level trading positions are held by MA and PhD employees)
Strong understanding of Math, Statistics, and Probability required; Understanding of finance a plus
Proficiency in financial modeling techniques using Excel a plus
Programming experience a plus (C++, Java, Linux, stl, SQL, VBA, Etc.)
Ability to manage expectations of senior traders, developers, and management while working on projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work within a team in a fast paced environment

As a TransMarket Group LLC Junior Trader, you’ll enjoy Medical, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance, along with a generous compensation and profit sharing program that includes a 401K plan. We also offer four weeks of personal time, free lunch, a casual dress code, discounted gym membership, and frequent corporate outings.

TransMarket Group L.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee's ability to perform the duties of the job applied for.

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Company Description

TMG is an industry leading privately held, Chicago based, global quantitative trading firm. Technology and human capital are at the core of their business, which they leverage to execute sophisticated strategies via model driven frameworks across major exchanges worldwide. TMG serves as a market maker in a diverse group of assets including commodities, currencies, and interest rates.

TMG has been a major player in the markets since its founding and pioneered bond futures basis arbitrage at the inception of the CBOT Treasury futures contracts.

TMG is a meritocracy with a team oriented entrepreneurial culture. Their employees have a passion to win and are committed to continuous learning and professional development. This culture combined with their technology and sophisticated models are at the core of what has made them so successful for over 26 years.

Meteorologist
Sonoma Technology, Inc.
Petaluma, CA
Posted 10/28/11

Are you looking for a position with a stable company that values high caliber work?
Do you enjoy working on diverse projects that are both challenging and rewarding?
Do you want to work for a company that understands the need for a healthy work/life balance?
Selected by the North Bay Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work for the fifth consecutive year, Sonoma Technology, Inc. is a well-established, employee-owned company that provides innovative science- and technology-based solutions for our clients' air quality and meteorological needs worldwide. Our integrated teams of
atmospheric scientists, engineers, programmers, analysts, editors, and specialists generate products, services, and measurements tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
We believe that our most valuable resource is our team. We offer a casual work environment, a competitive benefits package, and an opportunity to address intellectually challenging environmental issues. We organize a variety of inclusive activities throughout the year and enjoy a balanced and supportive culture. For more information about
our culture, visit www.sonomatech.com/charter.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide hands-on coordination of special meteorological and air quality projects.
• Interact with clients on a routine basis.
• Conduct detailed analyses of boundary-layer, synoptic, and mesoscale weather conditions associated with
air pollution episodes throughout the United States.
• Deploy, operate, and maintain STI's surface meteorological instruments, sodars, and radar wind profilers.
STI deploys these instruments to produce high-resolution meteorological data sets of surface and upper-air
conditions to resolve features such as low-level jets, boundary layer mixing, and long-range transport of
pollutants.
• Participate in business development activities as related to air quality and meteorology.
• Present research results at air quality and meteorological conferences and author journal papers.

Required Qualifications
• Master's degree or Ph.D. in meteorology.
• Two or more years of experience in applied research.
• Practical understanding of meteorological processes and phenomena.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; databases; and a programming language such as
FORTRAN.
• Impeccable level of accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Aptitude for working both cohesively within a team and independently, as required.

To Apply
Please send a letter of interest and a resume by email, mail, or fax to:
Cathy Anthony
Sonoma Technology
1455 N. McDowell Blvd., Suite D
Petaluma, CA 94954
Email: canthony@sonomatech.com
Fax: 707.665.9800
No calls please.
Sonoma Technology, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit www.sonomatech.com.

Project Meteorologist
Posted Fall 2011

JCA (Jim Clary & Associates) is an environmental consulting firm in Dallas, TX specializing in air quality services. Founded in 1984, JCA has served clients nationwide in multiple industries. JCA has completed air projects in 26 states and is a recognized leader in air quality consulting.

Job Title – Project Meteorologist

Job Location – Dallas, TX

Objective – Project Meteorologist works with a team to provide solutions and expertise to clients in areas such as permitting, modeling, regulatory compliance, and civil court cases.

Responsibilities – Conduct air dispersion modeling analysis and emission calculations in accordance with project requirements. Prepare technical reports for client use. Review permit applications, technical reports, and annual compliance certifications. Consult with clients on questions regarding models and other issues. Gather necessary data for modeling purposes from depositions.

Required Qualifications – BS (MS preferred) in Atmospheric Science. Strong written and oral communication skills. Computer programming experience including FORTRAN.

Preferred Qualifications – Presentation skills, solid analytical, teamwork, and problem solving skills. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access. Working knowledge of mesoscale metrological models such as MM5 and WRF. Experience in air quality consulting services.

To Apply – Please, no phone calls or faxes. E-mail resume and cover letter in PDF (preferred) or WORD format to jobs.jca@gmail.com . Company website www.jcaenv.com.

Scientific Programmer
Silver Spring, MD
Posted Fall 2011

I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG), www.imsg.com, a Federal Government Contractor, is looking for candidates for scientific programmers (meteorologists and developers) to bid for work at the Meteorological Development Laboratory (MDL) of the National Weather Service (NWS), in Silver Spring, MD.

This office furthers the mission of NOAA and NWS by developing meteorological prediction methods for public and aviation forecasts, the atmosphere marine environment, and mesoscale processes. MDL develops systems that support forecast evaluation, digital database development and interpretation, and modernized product generation and delivery. The contractor will assist MDL scientists pursue goals in statistical modeling; digital database development, interpretation and evaluation; modernized product generation and delivery; and storm surge prediction. In addition, the contractor will work closely with MDL staff to offer sound meteorological interpretation and insight, participate in team meetings, and adhere to established MDL procedures for software development and documentation.

Qualifications:

Experience with weather forecasting, aviation weather forecasting, statistics, and scientific programming using FORTRAN 90/95 or C programming languages
Experience with Model Output Statistics (MOS), Localized Aviation MOS Program (LAMP), Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts, and Advanced Weather Interactive Processing Systema plus
Experience with computation and graphical analysis on UNIX platforms and personal computers
Good oral and written communication skills; willingness for teamwork
BS or higher degree in meteorology, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or related physical sciences

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3) references, your salary requirements and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to jobs@imsg.com with the following subject line: MDL011001 –Scientific Programmer.

IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including company paid medical benefits and three weeks paid time off. The salary range for this position is 60K to 95K, depending on qualifications.

IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran friendly.