UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/26/22 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 11/4/22. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.DESCRIPTIONThe Atmospheric Scientist is responsible for both designing and supporting research projects related to the physical processes responsible for extreme precipitation across the U.S. These projects include the study of atmospheric rivers among other storms, quantitative precipit