Software Developer for Agricultural Weather and Climate Analysis

The University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time Software Developer for Agricultural Weather and Climate Analysis. The role involves developing software for analyzing weather impacts on agriculture, focusing on climate modeling, remote sensing, and machine learning. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Sciences or a related field and strong programming skills. This position requires some on-campus presence and does not support visa sponsorship.
Software Developer for Agricultural Weather and Climate Analysis

498119Grand Forks, North Dakota, United StatesPart-time StaffClosing on: May 28 2026Add to favorites View favorites

Salary/Position Classification

$25.50 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)20 hours per week100% Remote Work Availability: NoHybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): NoPurpose of Position

The University of North Dakota (UND) has ongoing interest in conducting research related to weather and climate impacts on agricultural production in the Northern Great Plains region. Current research toward this interest includes, climate model downscaling, crop modeling and data assimilation, remote sensing, machine learning, and statistical analysis. Drs. Zhang and Marquis are looking for a post-bachelor-level student to help with developing software code and packages for analyzing the impact of weather on agricultural production.

Duties & Responsibilities

Climate model downscalingCrop modeling and data assimilationRemote sensingMachine learningStatistical analysisRequired Competencies

Collaboration & teamworkProfessionalismLeadershipTechnologyLearning and applicationMinimum Requirements

Bachelor''s degree in Atmospheric Sciences or related field.Strong software & programming skills with experience in software development.Experience with numerical weather prediction models.Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply: Submit current resume

For a successful screening, be sure to review all of the position minimum requirements above and outline how you meet those requirements in your application materials.


Skills:
Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Atmospheric Sciences, Background Investigation, Computer Programming, Data Modeling, Great Plains Product Family, Leadership, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Research Skills, Software Development, Software Engineering, Statistics, Team Player


About the Company:
University of North Dakota