Research Scientist III, Step 2

Job description

Purpose of the Position: The Research Scientist III, Step 2, will support the Office of Data Science and Informatics (ODSI) within the Earth Systems Science Center. This role focuses on advancing data science capabilities to support NASA Earth science data management, access, and dissemination. This role is suited for candidates with a strong research and computational background who can operate effectively across disciplinary boundaries and contribute to both scientific discovery and operational system development within NASA Earth science programs. ODSI evaluates trends across data science and informatics communities to inform strategic direction and develop effective, scalable solutions. The office also provides a user-centered perspective on how Earth science data are represented, communicated, and utilized. The position contributes to cross-disciplinary collaboration aimed at improving all phases of the Earth science data lifecycle, including policy, engineering, workflows, and information delivery. Duties / Responsibilities: - Prepare and curate validation datasets to support the development and assessment of AI and machine learning models. - Evaluate model performance using...