Vol. 14, No. 16

20 April 1979

NATIONAL CENTER FOR ATMOSPHERIC RESEARCH

PREPARING FOR THE WORST:

White on a holiday tAip with youA family,you happen to be the fLast person on thescene o6 an auto accident in which some-one i injured.

White hiking in Colotado's high country,a membeA o6 yout group breaks his or heAleg.

On a snowy morning, youA next-doo4 neigh-bo' su.6eu a heart attack white shovetinghA walk.

These events, while unpleasant to think about,are everyday occurrences; they could happen to anyone of us. But if you are one of the many NCARstaff members who have taken first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), then you will knowwhat to do when faced with such events.

The courses, given intermittently at NCAR, weredesigned by the American Red Cross to meet a varietyof emergency situations. The offering of suchcourses to NCAR staff was begun by Tony Lamb (a for-mer NCAR security guard) and continued by BlairSmallwood. In 1972, when Blair was hired to fill

NCAR's FIRST AID AND CPR COURSES

the new position of safety coordinator, he took theRed Cross Multimedia First Aid course because theOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)requires institutions based at a distance fromclinics or hospitals to have personnel on hand whoare trained in first aid.

"I was so impressed by the practicality of theRed Cross courses," Blair said, "that I thoughtother people would be interested. I became a firstaid instructor and began offering courses at NCAR in1973." NCAR's management supported the idea by pur-chasing teaching materials and by allowing the stafftime to take the courses.

"Offering the Red Cross courses has gone beyondmere compliance with OSHA," Blair said. "We're con-cerned not only about safety at the work place butalso about safety in everyday life. In fact, withhundreds of thousands of people suffering heartattacks every year, knowledge of CPR techniques isbecoming increasingly necessary. If I could takeonly one course," Blair added, "it would be CPR."

The American Red Cross has designed four basiccourses covering a range of emergency situations.

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This Week in Staff Notes . . .

First Aid and CPR Courses Delphi Question Job OpeningsLibrary Studies Journal Use Announcements Calendar NotesEaster Bunny Visitors

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The Multimedia Standard First Aid package is aneight-hour introductory course focusing on safetyin the work place. The course includes films, lec-tures, workbooks, and practice sessions, and it wasdesigned by the Red Cross to meet OSHA requirements.

Standard First Aid and Personal Safety is a moregeneral course designed to meet commonplace emergen-cies that happen in the home and during such outdooractivities as camping or rock climbing. The courserequires 16 hours of lectures and practice.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, like the multi-media course, involves eight hours of films, lectures,and practice. CPR, however, is limited to teachingbasic life support in cases of heart seizure, drown-ing, electrocution, and choking; no other first-aidtechniques are included.

Finally, the Red Cross has designed an AdvancedFirst Aid course for people who belong to emergency-response teams, such as ski patrols. This course ismore extensive (50 hours) than the others and teachesa wide variety of techniques for dealing with complexemergencies like childbirth or major auto accidents.

The Red Cross First Aid program is organized,administered, and taught on a volunteer basis. Whilemany local chapters have no first aid programs at all,the Boulder program, co-chaired by NCAR's David Kitts(Computing Facility) and Carol Kitts, is the thirdmost active in Colorado, behind only Denver andJefferson counties.

"I first became involved with the Red Cross pro-grams through my wife, who has been teaching RedCross courses since her teens," Dave told Staff Notes."I have also been a volunteer with the Arapahoe BasinSki Patrol for about ten years. All ski patrols re-quire Red Cross certification for Advanced First Aid,with annual refresher courses, plus study of on-the-hill rescue techniques developed specifically forski patrols. Actually, Carol and I end up teachingAdvanced First Aid at least twice a year, so refreshercourses have never been a problem for us."

"Given Boulder's environment and the large numberof outdoor enthusiasts," Dave added, "there is ahigh demand for the Red Cross program--even the time-consuming advanced course. Our chapter really coulduse more instructors."

Staff Note,5 is published weekly by the PublicationsOffice of the National Center for AtmosphericResearch, P.O. Box 3000, Boulder, Colorado 80307.

Writer/Editor: Sally BatesProduction Assistants: Jan Emery, Reed Glenn

Copy deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday for publica-tion on Friday. Office: Mesa Laboratory room 259.Phone: (303) 494-5151, ext. 644.

Ann, "Annie," and Dan: CPR instiuctou Ann Gaytonand Dan Anderson with NCAR's mannequin "Annie"between them (in case you can't tell). (Photo byGingA Wadeigh.)

At the moment, NCAR is heavily represented in theRed Cross Program. Dave is co-chairman of the FirstAid Committee and two other NCAR people serve underhis jurisdiction: Dan Anderson (Computing Facility),

Gil GrangecL gives "Anaiet" mouth-to-mouth tezu6cta-tion and Pau Geiseut administeus hea t ptA swtewhite Ann Gayton check theiA technique. (Photo byGingeri Wadleigh.)

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as chairman of CPR, and Bill Bergen (Mesoscale Re-search Section), as chairman of Advanced First Aid.In addition, NCAR staff member Jack Watts (Security)is certified to teach CPR and the multimedia courseand Ann Gayton (Climate Section) is certified as aCPR instructor; Blair is certified to teach both themultimedia course and CPR. Although Dave directs thecertification, scheduling, and general paperwork forthe Boulder program, the courses taught at NCAR areorganized and scheduled by Blair.

All four of the Red Cross courses have beentaught at NCAR, although CPR and Multimedia FirstAid are offered with the greatest frequency. "Wereally push the CPR course," Dan explained, "becauseof the time factor involved. A person requiringfirst-aid can generally wait ten or 20 minutes or evenlonger for help to arrive. With a heart attack victim,however, help must come within six minutes or it's allover. If the heart is stopped for any longer, brain

death is likely. The Red Cross would like to see80% of this country's population trained in CPR; Ipersonally would like to see that level reachedamong NCAR staff."

CPR has been taught at NCAR since 1976 and Danestimates that 75 to 100 people have taken it. "Thisfigure includes non-NCAR people since our coursesare open to everyone. What I find curious, however,"Dan remarked, "is that most of the NCAR people whohave taken CPR have been support staff. Only twoor three scientists have taken it."

The next CPR course will be taught on 26 and27 April from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Damon Room.Dan will be teaching this course but people inter-ested in taking it should contact Lois Smythe,ext. 341. Another class will be offered at the endof May. *

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LIBRARY STUDIES JOURNAL USE

As announced in Staff Notea last month, thelibrary is conducting an evaluation of its journals."Like other sections within NCAR," explains ChuckWenger (Acting Chief Librarian), "the library mustmake adjustments in purchases owing to budgetstringencies. We need to ask whether we are sub-scribing to the 'right' journals." The journalevaluation study was undertaken to help themanswer this question. Rachel Ortega, an internin the library, has designed the study. Rachelis a graduate student in librarianship at the Uni-versity of Denver and the study will also serve asher research. "Gathering factual information onwho uses what in a library is a difficult problem,"Rachel told Staff Notes, "and a variety of ap-proaches is needed if the study is to be accurate."

Four techniques will be used in appraisingcurrent journal use. These include an analysisof citations in publications written by NCAR staffover a selected year; an analysis of journals bor-rowed through interlibrary loan services; aquestionnaire to the staff (which will be sent outin late May); and a tally of which journals arereferred to each day in a three-month period. Thislast depends on NCAR staff participation until theend of June. The library has requested that alljournals used by any staff member be left out on atable to be tallied at the end of the day. "Be-cause the staff has been so cooperative," Rachelsaid, "the study is going very well. I reallyappreciate it."

Other factors to be considered in the evaluationinclude subscription costs and the availability of

LibrArttf inteAn Rachel Crtega tatei jownaZ6uzed by sta66 membez as part o6 the libray'sevatLuation o6 jouLnat usage; John SnydeA (ComputingFacitity) actdd one to the pite. (Photo by GingeAWadt eigh. )

journals in local, non-NCAR libraries. Once all thenecessary data are gathered, the library staff willbe in a position to decide which journals might bedropped and/or what might be added. The candidatesfor cancellation will be listed in Staff Notessometime in August along with the subscription costof each. "We will need responses from the staffbefore a final selection is made," Chuck said.

Questions about the study should be directed toeither Rachel, ext. 423, or Chuck, ext. 428. o

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AN EASTER BUNNY VISITS NCAR! Faced with atlost a6oot o6 wet snow, members od the Convective StormaDivsi-on wae unable to re/st theiLr ctistic im-pulses and c)Leated a timety though tmansient creatureon the ouAtth floor waekway 06 Towne B. Bunny buLtd-eA (le6t to )ight): Joan Wikectson, Atten Huggins,Chuck Wade, Marh Solak, Cakt Moht, and Joanne PatALsh.Jetty beans and basket supptied by Joan. (Photo byGingeA Wadleigh.)

DELPHI QUESTION

Question (3 April): When the new salary ranges cameout in the UCAR manual this year, I noticed thatthe scientific staff slipped in salary with regardto every other group at NCAR. As an example, forjobs that used to be classified as nonexempt range58 in 1978, the following ranges now exist:

GROUP

Technical Specialist

Engineer/Pilot

Computer Operations

Administrators

Scientist

NEW RANGE # MINIMUM SALARY

43 $20,172

52 20,352

62 20,724

75 20,172

82 19,800

(Note that any other range would have yielded asimilar comparison)

While it is touching that scientists were giventhe highest range number among the above groups,their salary range has dropped in relation to all ofthe others. Does management believe that NCAR scien-tists are becoming more expendable or do they just

believe that they are either too mentally impairedor self-absorbed to notice?

AnsweA (16 April): 1. Our analysis of labor marketsalary data, provided by our survey sources madeprior to establishing 1979 UCAR salary ranges, indi-cated that our 1978 scientist group salary rangeswere only 7% behind the market, while salary rangesfor other positions had fallen behind appreciablywith respect to the labor market. The ensuingreadjustment produced the result you noticed.

2. I have noticed no decrease in UCAR staffability to scrutinize the actions of the PersonnelOffice; thus, I happily conclude that, as a group,our staff is mentally vigorous and healthy.

G. Wittiam CwutitDV ectotr, Peisonnef/EOP

Queations and suggatioon, 6Iom the sta(S tomanagement may be submitted in confideitce to theDeiphi Coordinato', GilbeAt GangeA (ext. 314,ML owom 042). Questio" and asweas o6 genta/i1tetrent to the s5taf are submitted to Staff Notesby Gi. untess the quen/tioneA says he may not. Theymay be summatized and edited otr Leadability befotepubANcation.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FILLED YOUR GAS TANK LATELY?

With the price of gasoline skyrocketing andsupplies becoming tight, all NCAR employees areencouraged to become part of a carpool--RoseBridgewater, Manager, Office Services is anxiousto assist you in finding and/or organizing carpools.She maintains a current list of carpools to helppotential carpoolers find each other. Also, thereis a preferential parking area specifically assignedto carpoolers near the Tree Plaza entrance.

"If you are without transportation to and fromwork," Rose says, "we also have the bright greenNCAR signs for people who would like to get or giverides up and down the Mesa. We've issued 87 ofthese cards," she adds, "and have marked a pick-upspot for hitchhikers at the end of the NCAR drive-way for people wanting rides; hitchhikers wantingrides uphill are encouraged to wait near an inter-section or at the George Reynolds Branch Libraryso they can be safely picked up during the heavytraffic hours.

"We are currently conducting a study on thefeasibility of 'vanpooling'--renting or buying vansto be driven by volunteers," Rose said. "Interestis encouraging, and there will be a report on thismeans of transportation in a future Staff Note-."

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BLOOD DONATION REMINDER

The EAC would like to remind the staff that themobile unit from the Belle Bonfils Memorial BloodBank will visit the NCAR Mesa Laboratory on Tuesday,1 May, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

There has been an unusually low return on theforms this time, so please send your sign-up sheetto Chris Kingsland as soon as possible. (We will,of course, always take last-minute donors.)

Even if you do not donate blood, you and yourfamily are eligible to use the NCAR bank in almostany hospital in the country. Your doctor or hospi-tal should contact Blair Smallwood (ext. 341) orSandi Hoff (ext. 586) if blood is needed.

FIRE EXTINQUISHER TRAINING

Weather permitting, staff members who would liketo learn how to use portable fire extinguishers onan actual fire may do so on 25 April. Three sessionswill be held at the Mesa Laboratory at 8:00 a.m.,3:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. The practical experiencewill be preceded by a ten-minute instructional periodin ML room 043. Please call ext. 341 and adviseDorothy or Lois if you expect to attend one of thesesessions, so they can provide enough extinguishers.

NATIONAL SECRETARIES WEEK

Next week is National Secretaries Week. In honorof the occasion, the Boulder chapter of the NationalSecretaries Association will sponsor an executive andsecretary breakfast on Wednesday, 25 April, from7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Flatirons Country Club. Inaddition to breakfast, there will be the Secretary ofthe Year presentation and a speaker. The cost is $6per person; for reservations contact Vi McNew, CPS,P.O. Box 262, Boulder 80306 or phone 443-2462 (office)or 494-9216 (home). The deadline for reservations istoday, 20 April.

So remember to mark next week (21-28 April) onyour calendar as a special time to express apprecia-tion to your secretarial staff members.

NCAR PUBLICATION PRIZE LECTURE

Grant Athay, recipient of the NCAR 1978 Publica-tion Prize for his book The Solat Ch'omosphere andCotona: The. QuLet Sun, will give the traditionalPrize lecture on Wednesday, 25 April, at 4:00 p.m. inthe Main Seminar Room. Refreshments will be servedat 3:45 p.m., and all NCAR staff members are welcometo attend.

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PHONE AND ROOM CHANGES

Philip Jackson

Kristine Rock

Douglas Roewe

Ext.

76-394

76-332

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DEPARTURES

Jeffrey Callander

Eleanor Garvey

Alexis Long

Jessie Page

Clark Smith

Stephen Whitaker

Jill Williams

Room

HAO 311

HAO 104

ML 367

16 April

26 April

18 April

20 April

29 April

14 April

26 April

NEW STAFF MEMBER

Elizabeth Peto: Technical typist with the ConvectiveStorms Division. ML room 460, ext. 624.

DIRECTORY CORRECTION

The correct extensionParker is 686.

for new staff member Bonnie

VISITORS

SHORT-TERM

Lal Baboolal, University of California, os Angeles.Field of interest: Scavenging of gases by cloud

' drops. 16-30 April. Computing carrels, dial "0"for paging service.-- Computing Facility

Chung Park, Stanford University. Field of interest:Longitudinal wave-particle interaction. 9-13 April.Computing carrels, dial "0" for paging service.--Computing Facility

Edward Spiegel, Columbia University. Field ofinterest: Turbulence theory. 16-20 April. ML room219, ext. 226.

--Maurice Blackmon, Advanced Study Program

LONG-TERM

Francis Clough, University of Rhode Island. Fieldof interest: Physical and inorganic chemistry.16 April-17 July. ML room 365, ext. 333.-- Paul Crutzen, Atmospheric Quality Division

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NCA R is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Salary ranges are shown as minimum to midpoint,

the anticipated hire-in range,for NEW EMPLOYEES salary offers are normally within the minimum to

the midpoint range shown; CURRENT EMPLOYEES receivingreassignment may be made salary offers from minimum to maxi-

mum depending on a variety of factors,including current salary and present range assignment.

REGULAR, FULL-TIME

Personnel Clerk II - #2223

Personnel Dept.Non-exempt range 14Anticipated hire-in salary: $718-826/moDUTIES: Generally responsible for processing allpersonnel profiles (via SOROC computer terminal),maintaining the employee personnel files andproviding clerical support to the wage-salaryoffice and acting as the receptionist for thePersonnel Department.REQUIRES:

--Demonstrated knowledge of English, spelling,grammar, composition and arithmetic

--Accurate typing skill at 40-50 wpm (a typingtest will be given

--Skill at learning and implementing new con-cepts, procedures and practices

--Skill in handling confidential and sensitiveinformation in a responsible manner and per-forming accurate detailed work

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Skill at operating CRT Terminal--Skill at statistical typing of numbers and

tablesTim Schick, X581

Electronic Engineer III - #Z156

ATD - National Scientific Balloon FacilityExempt range 59Anticipated hire-in salary: $20,340 - $25,932/yrDUTIES: Perform work on development of communica-tions (RF systems) and data processing systems(PDP) 11/t0) used with high altitude researchballoon systems. Will be expected to performinitial system concept design/definition, speci-fication preparation, interfacing concept develop-ment and integration/testing.

REQUIRES:--BSEE-- Solid demonstrated experience in above areas

(experience need not be directly with

bal loon systems)--Demonstrated experience with both analog

and digital systems-- Flexibility to travel if necessary-- Demonstrated capability to design

ALSO DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:-- Ability to perform FORTRAN programming

Tim Schick, X581

Electronic Technician (Master or Ii) - #2136

ATD - Research Aviation FacilityAnticipated hire-in salaryMaster: exempt 56: $15,288 -$19,116/yr

III: nonexempt 32: $14,040 - $16,176/yrDUTIES: Maintain, repair and improve existingdigital data recording systems and other electronicinstrumentation used RAF aircraft. Specific re-sponsibility will be for the ARIS IV and NOVAdigital data systems. Other duties includedevelopment of special interfaces to record data,participation in test and evaluation of other air-borne research instrumentation and systems. Will

participate in some extended field travel which maybe in or out of continental U.S. with livingstandards below that of U.S. Will fly periodicallyin pressurized aircraft up to 45,000 feet and non-pressurized aircraft up to 30,000 feet.REQUIRES:

-- Formal electronics training or equivalenthighly applicable experience

-- Solid demonstrated digital experience pro-viding familiarity with DTL and TTL logic

circuitry, data acquisition systems, abasic understanding of mini-computertheory (DEC, LSI-il), minor circuit designand fabrication of electronic circuitry

-- Demonstrated experience in analog andgeneral instrumentation

--Ihorough knowledge of state-of-the-artlaboratory test equipment

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--Ability to communicate technical informationand pass FAA III class physical

-- Flexibility to participate in field missionspossibly 10-20% of time

-- Demonstrated capability to work with minimalsupervision

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:-- Familiarity with DEC and LSl-ll systems--Mechanical ability-- Ability to read software programs--Familiarity with aircraft digital systems

(i.e., digital recording and avionics)Marsha Hanson, X517

Electronics Engineer III - #2192

ATD - Research Systems FacilityExempt Range 59-201Anticipated hire-in salary: $20,340 - $25,932/yrDUTIES: As a team member will design, build andtest new instrumentation for meteorologicalresearch programs. In particular will bear res-ponsibility for both conceptual analysis and de-tailed circuit design of the data transmission,or telemetry components required by these systems.Will also perform RF transmission link analysis,specify performance levels for antennas, re-ceivers, transmitters, select proper modulation tobe used and or procedure appropriate hardwood toimplement the system. Limited travel (2-3 timesa year of approx. 1 wk. duration) would be in-volved and depend upon project.REQUIRES:

-- BS (MS preferred) in Electronics orCommunication Engineering

--Substantial background in the specificationand design of data collection and trans-mission systems

-- Must be capable of working with littledirect supervision and guidance

--Good working knowledge of data communicationand telemetry systems including currentsatellite techniques.

--Must be capable of preparing technical pro-posals including financial and scheduleplans to support the work. Must be capableof preparing technical reports and oper-ations manuals which describe systems andtheir operations and maintenance aspects.

--Willing to travel to attend conferences andtrade shows and show a willingness to keepknowledge current through attendance ofseminars, training sessions and intensivecourses.

--Supervision responsibilities will includeteam leadership for specific but not alltask assignments

Tim Schick, X581

Engineer III - IV (Chief Instrumentation)-#2143

DUTIES: To manage and direct the Instrumentationand Systems Group and Calibration Laboratory,responsible for installing, maintaining, calibra-ting and developing aircraft meteorological instru-ments and data systems. This group is also respon-sible for the development and acquisition of othernew instrumentation. Will coordinate, schedule andassure functional operation of many concurrent in-strumentation projects. Will have direct responsi-bility for achieving results in meeting affirmativeaction goals and for supervising his/her unit inways consistent with the Affirmative Action Program.REQUIRES:

-- MSEE or equivalent--High level of demonstrated skill in management

and organizational skills while directing atechnical group of about 10 people

--Considerable experience in areas of transducerprinciples (with emphasis on meteorologicaluse), transducer amplifier circuits, calibra-tion procedures, analog signal conditioning,digital recording and interfacing

--Willingness to travel up to 50 days per yearALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

-- Ability to successfully qualify for andcomplete physiological training course andFAA Class II medical certificate

Marsha Hanson, X517

Engineer III - #2152

ATD - Research systems FacilityExempt range 59Anticipated hire-in salary: $20,340 - $25,932/yearDUTIES: To design, develop and document sophisti-cated data collection analysis systems for variedmeteorological applications. Will be involved inall phases of assigned tasks including planning theproject, generating budgetary estimates, doing digi-tal electronic design, doing sensor, computer andrecorder interfacing, integrating systems and pro-ject leadership for both engineers and technicians.REQUIRES:

-- M.S. or equivalent in EE or engineering physics

-- Substantial system development experienceinvolving mini-micro-computers and interfacingto physical sensors

-- Strong hardware experience with analog/digitalconversion systems

--Some experience in real-time minicomputerassembly language programming

--Working knowledge of small disc-based oper-ating systems

--High level project leadership skillsALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

-- General knowledge of high level programminglanguages

Tim Schick, X581

Engineer III - #2159

ATD - Research Aviation FacilityExempt range 59Anticipated hire-in salary: $20,340 - $25,932

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SATD - Research Aviation FacilityAnticipated hire-in salary:

III: exempt 59: $20,340 - $25,932/yearIV: exempt 61: $24,612 - $31,380/year

DUTIES: The Project Engineers (group of 4) play aleadership role in the planning, formalization andexecution of RAF projects utilizing aircraft as anobservational platform. Will concurrently act asthe principal interface between the RAF and theresearch scientist user. May supervise some tech-nicians as well as be responsible for achievingresults in meeting affirmative action program goalsand managing the unit in ways consistent with theAffirmative Action Program at NCAR.REQUIRES:

--M.S. or equivalent in meteorology, engineer-ing or physical science

-- Five years working in meteorology or atmos-pheric research with two years direct associ-ation with atmospheric research using air-craft

--Basic knowledge of atmospheric and instru-mental characteristics to assess the qualityof aircraft observations

--Working knowledge of data measurement, record-ing and processing techniques, as these applyto use of aircraft data acquisition systems

--Willingness/ability to participate in researchaircraft flights with field assignments,possibly requiring about 100 days/year

--Ability to pass Class III FAA physical--Willingness to fly about 14,000 feet in un-

pressurized aircraft using oxygenALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

--Previous experience as leader of technicalteam

--Previous experience in aircraft operationsand planning, management and logisticsupport of field projects

Marsha Hanson, X517

Engineer III (Palestine, TX) - #2180

ATD (National Scientific Balloon Facility)Exempt range 59Anticipated hire-in salary: $20,340 - $25,932/yearDUTIES: Perform balloon design and analysis,materials development and testing, balloon manu-facturing techniques, and thermal environment studiesand analysis. Will also plan, schedule, and co-ordinate detailed phases of engineering work ina part of a major project or in a total projectof moderate scope. Would be expected to devisenew approaches to problems encountered. Maysupervise, coordinate and review the work of a smallstaff of engineers and technicians depending onproject. Some travel may be involved depending onproject.REQUIRES:

-- B.S. degree in Mechanical or AerospaceEngineering (degree in Physics applicablewith strongly related Aerospace/Mechanicalexperience)

-- Demonstrated solid experience in followingareas: stress analysis, thin film materials,thermal analysis, FORTRAN, technicalwriting, supervision of team conceptdevelopment programs

-- Ability to make decisions independently onengineering problems and methods

-- Flexibility to travel as necessaryTim Schick, X581

Systems Programmer III - #2199

ATD - Computing FacilityExempt range 58Anticipated hire-in salary: $18,504 - $23,592/yrDUTIES: Perform software development and main-tenance programming relating to the implementationof a local computing network to connect a numberof systems including a CDC 7600, TMS-4, CRAY 1SEL 32/55, DEC 11/34, MODCOMP II and 2 DEC 11/70's.These systems are to be interconnected using NSCnetwork adapters as well as less general specifichardware interfaces.REQUIRES:

--MS or equivalent in Computer Science, Mathe-matics, or Physics and Engineering

--Solid demonstrated systems programming onas many of the above systems as possiblewith some maintenance or development workon a computer network, as well as workwith hardware interface devices.

-- Ability to code in assembly language onmany of the above systems

-- Solid working knowledge of FORTRANTim Schick, X581

Staff Scientist II - #2200

AQDExempt range 60Anticipated hire-in salary: $22,356 - $28,500/yrDUTIES: Perform as Project Leader for the Bio-sphere-Atmosphere Interactions Sub-project and toconstruct and organize experimental studies ofgaseous exchange processes between the biosphereand atmosphere in particular, of N and S components)

Will design and accomplish interphase studies betweenthe biosphere and atmosphere utilizing gas chroma-tographic and/or mass spectrometric techniques.Bears responsibility for supervising a scientificand technical team as well as achieving results inmeeting affirmative action program goals.REQUIRES:

-- Ph.D. in Environmental Science or closelyrelated field

--Extensive research experience in area ofbiology/agronomy as related to biosphere-atmosphere interactions.

--Established research reputation in inter-phase studies between atmosphere and bio-sphere

--Demonstrated competence in use of gas chro-matographic techniques in atmosphericstudies.

Tim Schick, X581

Systems Programmer III - #2138

ATD - Computing FacilityRange exempt 58Anticipated hire-in salary: $18,504 - $23,592/yearDUTIES: To perform network measurements of networksystems performance and network data flow. Willdesign and code the necessary software to performsimulations and analysis of data flow, measure theactual network data flow and performance and enhancemeasurements methodology during development andlater production stages.REQUIRES:

--M.S. or equivalent in computer science, mathor electrical engineering

--High level experience in designing, writing,and integrating system level software packagesand connecting various network hardware compo-nents

--High level skills in computer communications,system performance measurements, queuingtheory applications and system analysis

--Skills in researching, assessing and formula-ting design specifications for new hardwareto meet objectives of advanced network designs

Marsha Hanson, X517

Systems Programmer IV - #2134

ATD - Computing FacilityRange exempt 60Anticipated hire-in salary: $22,356 - $28,500/yearDUTIES: Will function as Network Group Head servingas a "hands-on" first level supervisor of 3 or moresystems professionals performing network controldesign, implementation and measurement on theNCAR Computer Network. Effort will be concentratedon an evolutionary, phased implementation plan whichis envisioned for the NCAR network which consists ofa CRAY IA, CDC 7600, SEL 32/55, a group of NetworkSystems network adaptors, MODCOMP II, two PDP 11/70's,and a Dicomed Plotter. Will be expected to performall related duties including maintaining knowledgeof technological advances in the networking field andbearing direct responsibility for achieving resultsin meeting affirmative action program goals and forsupervising his/her unit in ways consistent with theAffirmative Action Program. (NOTE: A MORE COMPRE-HENSIVE DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AVAILABLE FROM EMPLOY-MENT UNIT).REQUIRES:

-- M.S. in electrical engineering, computersciences or mathematics OR equivalent innetworking experience

--Solid demonstrated recent experience innetworking and diverse programming experienceproviding demonstrated ability in designing,writing and integrating system level networksoftware packages

-- Lxperience in inter-connecting network nodes,experience in standard network systemcomponents

-- Previous group head experienceALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

-- Experience with large scale computers-- Familiarity with ARPANET, IBM's SNA, UNIVAC

DCA. or NCR DNA-- Experience with Network Systems' network

adaptorsTim Schick, X581

Applications Programmer III - #2211

ATD - Computing FacilityExempt range 58Anticipated hire-in salary: $18,504 - $23,592/yrDUTIES: Will be responsible for management, design,implementation and maintenance of general capabilitycodes for large data set management, analysis andquality control. General capabilities needed are:processor design for data retrieval, error control,filtering, analysis design (spectrum analysis,functional fitting, statistics and graphics) anddata management design for collection, catalogingand archiving of data sets for easy access by thescientific community.REQUIRES:

--M.S. or equivalent in computer science, math,engineering or physical science

-- High degree of skill in writing non-trivial

programs in FORTRAN emphasizing capabilitiesabove

-- Skill in communication--Skill in working independently or in a team

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:Familiarity with:--Interactive computing systems--Data collection hardware and micro and mini-

computer systems--Graphics terminals and associated inter-

active graphics software--Lower level assembly languages, as well as

higher level precompiler languages.Marsha Hanson, X517

Data Entry Operator/Clerk - #2209

ADM - Purchasing Office

Non-exempt range 14Anticipated hire-in salary: $718-826/mo

DUTIES: Bear responsibility for entering all pur-chase requisitions into a Soroc terminal, enteringresultant purchase orders and bursting and distri-buting purchase orders, and closing and filing theorders. Will work closely with other departmentsincluding Finance, Shipping/Receiving and UCAR/NCAR

staff members. As time allows, may expedite pur-chase orders and assist the procurement staff.REQUIRES:

--Demonstrated experience in data entry (key-punching), CRT or ability to type 45 wpm(a typing test may be given)

-- Demonstrated command of English grammar andcomposition and basic math skills

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Electronic Technician III - #2206

ATD - Computing FacilityExempt range 32Anticipated hire-in salary: $1,170 - 1,348/moDUTIES: Perform scheduled maintenance and repairof following equipment: Dicomed D48 Graphic FilmRecorder and associated PDP-11/34, RK05 Disk Drive,TEl6 Mag Tape Unit and DRI1B DMA Interface; NetworkSystems Interprocessor Trunk and Adaptor; DataCommunications Modems and Technical ControlStation; 3M Model 400 and 500 Micro-Film Reader/Printers; Variety of Terminals such as Perkin Elmer1100 and 1200, DIABLO 1620-3, Hewlett Packard 2648AGraphics and DEC LA/36.REQUIRES:

--Demonstrated experience with Processor Inter-faces, Peripheral and Processor to Processorcommunications, Disc and Mag Tape, and Modeih

--Demonstrated background in minicomputers,preferably DEC or Data General, also DigitalData background

-- Demonstrated ability to use Tektronix 475Scope, HP 3435A Digital Multimeter, HP orTektronic Logic Analyser

-- Demonstrated ability in Data Terminal repair-- Ability to work with minimal supervision

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Knowledge of NSC Adaptor and Network Config-

uration, Perkin Elmer terminals Owl 1200and Fox 1100, Diablo 1620-3, HP 2648A,DEC LA-36, Timplex 202 and 103 modems, ICCCom Link II, 20 LSI, and 4600/48 modems;Vadic 3415, and 3467 modems, and Gandalfmodems

--Demonstrated working experience with RK05 andRM03 Disk Drives; TEl6 Mag Tape, DHll andDR11B Interfaces

-- DEC PDP-I1 or Data General Mini-computerexperience

--Ability to use Spectron Data Scope Model D-601Tim Schick, X581

PrQperty Administrator - #2171

ADMN (30th Street)Exempt range 53Anticipated hire-in salary: $11,448 - $14,328/yrDUTIES: Maintain all NCAR property records in-cluding recording property transfers and loans;taking bi-annual property inventory; coordinatingexcess property actions including acquisition anddisposal of excess government property; preparingvarious inventory reports as required by NSF andGSA; maintaining liaison with NSF, other federalagencies, and universities regarding NCAR property.Also responsible for operating and maintaining(requisitinning) the office supply inventory forNCAR and maintaining NCAR property records.REQUIRES:

-- Demonstrated experience in areas such asgeneral accounting (payables/receivables),purchasing, or similar fiscal activitiesproviding strong ability to perform detailedfunctions such as inventory, maintenance ofproperty records, and other above duties

-- Command of English grammar and composition,good math ability and knowledge of basicprinciples of accounting

-- Demonstrated ability to deal with all typesand levels of personnel, work with com-puterized property/accounting system, workwith minimum supervision, pay close attentionto detail, and lift and move supplies/equip-ment weighing approximately 50 lbs

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--General familiarity with property control

procedures such as transfers, loans,acquisitions and disposals.

NOTE: CHANGE IN REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITIONPREVIOUSLY LISTED.

Tim Schick, X581

Support Scientist I, II or III - #2213

AAP - Mesoscale Research SectionExempt ranges: 1-80, 11-81, 111-82Anticipated hire-in salaries:I level: $13,392 - 16,740/yrII level: $16,356 - 20,460/yrIII level: $19,800 - 25,248/yrDUTIES: Support and contribute to research inconvective storm analysis and numerical simulation.Participate in program aimed at enlarging thescientific basis for improved prediction and warningof severe storms, including tornadoes. Will workunder direction of a scientific staff member, withgoal of eventually contributing independently toprogram objectives (initial level of contributionwould depend on education and experience level).REQUIRES:

--I level: B.S. in meteorology or relatedfield or equivalent experience

--II level: M.S. in meteorology or relatedfield or equivalent experience

--III level: M.S. in meteorology or relatedfield and/or equivalent particularly relatedexperience in above areas

Note: At each level, particularly II and III levels,some demonstrated academic specialization orexperience in convective storm meteorology,geophysical fluid dynamics, or numericalsimulation is required.

--Demonstrated ability to write and understandFORTRAN computer programs is essential

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Education or experience in interactive mini-computer systems and field observationexperience in meteorology

Tim Schick, X581

Support Scientist I, II or III - #2212

AAP - Mesoscale Research SectionExempt ranges: 1-80, 11-81, I11-82Anticipated hire-in salaries:I level $13,392 - 16,740/yrII level: $16,356 - 20,460/yrIII level: $1g,800 - 25,248/yr

DUTIES: Support and contribute in boundary layermeteorology and its applications. Participate inone or more of several program activities, includingobservational, theoretical, and numerical studiesof the marine moist layer, monitoring and predictionof severe downslope winds, and evolution of noc-turnal and inhomogenous boundary layers. Will workunder direction of a scientific staff member, withgoal of eventually contributing independently toprogram objectives (initial level of contributionwould initially depend on education and experiencelevel). Research may involve some field work,possibly including flights aboard research aircraft.REQUIRES:

--I level: B.S. in meteorology or related fieldor equivalent experience

--II level: M.S. in meteorology or related fieldand/or equivalent experience

-- III level: M.S. in meteorology and/or relatedfield or equivalent particularly related exper-ience in above areas

Note: At each level, particularly the II and IIIlevels, some demonstrated academic speciali-zation or experience in boundary layermeteorology is required.

--Demonstrated ability to write and understandFORTRAN computer programs is essential

Tim Schick, X581

Special Project Scientist II - III- #2214

Special Project, full-time (until Sept. 30, 1980)AAP - Mesoscale Research SectionExempt ranges II - 60, III - 62Anticipated hire-in salary:II level: $22,356 - 28,500/yr

III level: $26,964 - 34,380/yr(Visiting scientist from another institution:

No loss - No gain)

DUTIES: Conduct independent research, with emphasison problems relating to cumulus convection, parti-cularly organized mesoscale systems. It is expectedthat research will be focused on observational anddiagnostic studies that take advantage of relativelyunexploited opportunities provided by the GATEdata set, particularly data from multi-aircraftprobing of disturbances. In contrast with the recentpast, these data can be combined with other dataefficiently and effectively so that a visit of12-15 months can be expected to yield results inthe form of completed projects. Research may becompletely independent or collaborative dependingupon capabilities and interest.REQUIRES:

--Ph.D. in atmospheric science and demonstratedcapability to conduct original research ofhigh quality in relevant areas of meteorologyas evidenced from appropriate publications

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:-- Ability to do some of own programming in

FORTRANTim Schick, X581

Special Project Scientist I - #2215

Special Project, full-time (until Sept 30, 1980)AQD - Mesoscale Research SectionExempt range 58Anticipated hire-in salary; $18,504 - 23,592/yrDUTIES: To conduct independent research, withemphasis on problems relating to cumulus convection,particularly organized mesoscale systems. It isexpected that research will be focused on obser-vational and diagnostic studies that take advantageof relatively unexploited opportunities provided bythe GATE data set, particularly data from multi-aircraft probing of disturbances. In contrastwith the recent past, these data can be combined withother data-efficiently and effectively so that a visitof 12-15 months can be expected to yield results.Research may be completely independent or collabora-tive, depending upon capabilities and interests ofincumbent.REQUIRES:

--Ph.D. in atmospheric science and demonstratedcapability to conduct original research ofhigh quality in relevant areas of meteorologyORM.S. in atmospheric science with solid exper-ience evidenced by publicationsORCandidates for a postdoctoral year may beconsideredORDoctoral candidates ready to write dissertationin appropriate area of research (NOTE: Salaryrange stated does not apply at this level -would depend on variety of factors.)

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Demonstrated ability to do some of own FORTRAN

programmingTim Schick, X581

Support Scientist II - #2216

Special Project, full-time (until September 30, 1980)AQD - Mesoscale Research SectionExempt range 81Anticipated hire-in salary: $16,356 - 20,460/yrDUTIES: Provide research assistance to small groupof scientists working on descriptive and diagnosticstudies relating to problems of cumulus convectionand organized mesoscale systems, using large complexdata sets collected during GATE. Responsibilitiesinclude routine running of existing programs, andmodification and design of codes for applicationto multi-variate data sets, with the product for-matted for graphical and tabular output. Significantscientific contribution to the interpretation of thedata and participation in writing up the results ishighly desirable.REQUIRES:

-- M.S. in the physical sciences with speciali-zation in the field of meteorology stronglypreferred (B.S. will be considered if exper-ience is particularly applicable)

-- Solid research programming experience, in-cluding formatting and data structures, know-ledge of mathematics and statistics

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--Demonstrated proficiency in FORTRAN programmingon a large batch computer

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Knowledge of spectral analysis and signalprocessing

Tim Schick, X581

Systems Programmer II-III - #2222

AAPExempt range 56 or 58Anticipated hire-in salary:

Exempt 56: $15,288 - $19,116/yearExempt 58: $18,504 - $23, 592/year

DUTIES: Responsibilities are in three catagories:(1) System development involves responsibility forcontinually expanding the capabilities of the In-teractive Graphics Terminal (IGT); (2) Operationsand maintenance involves ensuring efficient oper-ation of the IGT both as a separate installationand as a remote terminal to the CDC 1600. Willhelp design, code and implement a complex systemfor the manipulation and display of meteorologicaldata characterized by flexibility and ease of use.Performs routine maintenance on hardware; (3)Documentation and consultation involving consul-tation to terminal users, maintaining comprehensiveprogram library and help provide documentation,conducts training sessions on use of terminal anddemonstrates terminal's capabilities to visitors.REQUIRES:

--M.S. or equivalent in computer science,mathematics, engineering or physical science

--Demonstrated skill in systems programmingfor minicomputers

--Demonstrated skill in coding in assemblylanguage, especially Data General assemblylanguage

--Detailed working knowledge of FORTRANALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

--Working knowledge of atmospheric/oceanicscience

--Skill with graphics displaysMarsha Hanson, X517

Term Scientist (Ist 3 year) - #2208

AQDExempt range 58Anticipated hire-in salary: $18,504 - $23,592/yrDUTIES: Participate in the photochemical efforts inthe Atmospheric Quality Division, especially instudies relating local and regional scale processesto global processes. Aid in the interpretation ofchemical observations. Stimulate and overview thedevelopments of experimental techniques for studiesin this area of research.REQUIRES:

-- Ph.D. or equivalent in Physical Chemistry-- Recognized expert knowledge in the kinetic

and mechanistic aspects of atmosphericphoto-chemistry, especially organic chemistry

-- Demonstrated skill in laboratory work-- Skill in chemical modeling and experimental

skillsMarsha Hanson, X517

REGULAR, PART-TIME

Employment Coordinator (half-time) - #2219

Personnel OfficeExempt range 58Anticipated hire-in salary: $9,252 - $11,796/yrDUTIES: Responsible for the design, development,implementation and administration of an employmentprogram which meets the needs of NCAR managementand complies with equal opportunity, affirmativeaction and other legal requirements. Supervisesemployees who recruit, test, interview, rejector refer qualified applicants to hiring supervisorfor further consideration. Minimizes NCAR's poten-tial liability in the area of fair employmentpractices.REQUIRES:

-- Comprehensive and broad knowledge of principlesand methods of modern personnel administration,including extensive knowledge of recruiting,AA/EEO regulations and employment functions

-- Ability to manage others effectively and toestablish and maintain effective relationshipswith employees, supervisors and the generalpublic

-- Skill in evaluation, development and implemen-

tation of personnel policies and procedures-- Skill in using good judgment in problem-solving

and decision-making--Skill in effective communication about sensitive

issues and thorough report preparation andpresentation

-- Skill in interpreting and administering person-nel policies

--Ability to establish and maintain a closeworking relationship and open communicationwith a partner; this is a shared position

--Flexibility to work 2 days and 3 days alternateweeks, after an initial training period of4 days each week for approximately 1 month

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Flight Engineer - #2172

ATD - Research Aviation FacilityExempt range 56Anticipated hire-in salary: $15,288 - $19,116/yearDUTIES: Perform duties as flight engineer onNCAR Electra (L-188C) aircraft during summer MONEXproject in India during June and July 1979. Itshould be noted that living and working conditionsmay be below U.S. standards.REQUIRES:

--Command of English grammar and composition--FAA qualified L-188 flight engineer, currentin aircraft

--Demonstrated experience on Electra type air-craft

--Possession of current FAA flight physical,at least Class II

-- Flexibility to depart on project May 20(return August 29)

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--FAA A&P on Electra type aircraft

Tim Schick, X581

Pilot - #2173

(3 months)ATD - Research Aviation FacilityExempt range 60Anticipated hire-in salary: $22,356 - $28,500/yearDUTIES: Perform pilot-in-command and co-pilotduties on NCAR Electra (L-188C) aircraft duringsummer MONEX in India during June and July 1979.It should be noted that living and working conditionsmay be below U.S. standards and will involve re-search flights including extended overwater operation.

REQUIRES:--Command of English grammar and composition--Completion of formal pilot training program--Possession of FAA airline transport

certificate and L-188 type rating-- Minimum of 3,000 hours logged as pilot-in-

command of a multi-engined aircraft, ofwhich 1,000 must have been in heavy multi-engine aircraft. At least 500 hours aspilot-in-command of Electra or P-3 aircraft

--Possession of current FAA flight physical,at least Class II

-- Flexibility to depart on project May 20(return August 29)

Tim Schick, X581

Student Assistant - #2186

AAP - OceanographyAssigned salary: $4.55/hr.DUTIES: To do simple programming concerning thesolution of astrophysical partial differentialequations.REQUIRES:

-- Current full-time student status--Working knowledge of FORTRAN--Solid background in math through differential

and integral calculus--Ability to work up to 20 hours/week forabout 4 months

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Junior or senior level in physical science,

engineering or mathMarsha Hanson, X517

Student Assistant - #2220

ATD - Research Systems FacilityAssigned salary: $4.55/hourDUTIES: To construct and test electronic circuitsused on Safesonde project. Will assist in performingfield tests on completed prototype equipment andproduce schematics and parts lists suitable for finaldraftsperson's use.REQUIRES:

--Current full-time student status in physicsor EE (junior or senior preferred)

--Basic skill in soldering, printed circuitboard layout, simple circuit design, sketchdrawing

-- Basic skill in operation of standard labelectronic test equipment, includingoscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, synthesizerand network analyzer.

--Availability to work about 20 hours/week duringthe academic year and full-time during thesummer from now through at least 5/80 andprobably through 8/80

ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED:--Basic machine shop skills, including operation

of lathe and milling machine--Communications option in EE

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HAO Colloquium -- Magnetic Structure of Late-Type Stars, C. Zwaan, Utrecht, Holland

11:00 a.m.HAO Classroom 138

TUESDAY, April 24

* Climate Club Meeting -- The 20 Year Cycle inGreenland Ice Core Records, WilliamD.Hibler, U.S. Army Cold Regions Researchand Engineering Laboratory, New Hampshire

10:30 a.m.NCAR Mesa Lab, Main Seminar Room

AAP Seminar -- A Study of the Observed Three-Dimensional Northern Hemisphere SummertimeCirculation -- A First Look, Glenn White,University of Washington and ASP

3:30 p.m.NCAR Mesa Lab, Main Seminar Room

WEDNESDAY, April 25

* AQD Seminar -- Numerical Simulation of thePost-Midnight Collapse of the Ionosphereabove Arecibo, Barbara Emery, AQD

11:00 a.m.Fleischmann Building, Roberts Seminar Room

* NCAR Prize Lecture -- The Solar Chromosphere &Corona: The Quiet Sun, R. Grant Athay, HAO

3:45 p.m. Refreshments4:00 p.m. LectureNCAR Mesa Lab, Main Seminar Room

THURSDAY,.April 26

e HAO Colloquium -- Magnetospheric Substormsand Solar Flares, S. I. Akasofu, Universityof Alaska

11:15 a.m.HAO Classroom 138

* Class -- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

1:00 p.m.NCAR Mesa Lab, Damon Room

HAO Colloquium -- Einstein ConfrontsObservations, Kenneth Nordvedt, Universityof Montana

4:00 p.m.Duane G030

FRIDAY, April 27

* Class -- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation

1:00 p.m.NCAR Mesa Lab, Damon Room

MONDAY, April 30

* Meeting -- UCAR Membership Committee

8:30 a.m.NCAR Mesa Lab, Chapman Room

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