at AON in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Senior Scientist, Impact Forecasting – Wind Vulnerability in Chicago!
The wind vulnerability modeler will be part of Impact Forecasting vulnerability team focused on the development of vulnerability solutions for atmospheric perils. The role responsibilities include, but are not limited to development, calibration and validation of wind vulnerability functions, detailed claims analysis etc. The position is full-time and is located in Chicago, IL. Role Responsibilities:+ Develop vulnerability functions for atmospheric perils (using simulation and/or claims) for different regions based on building inventory data.
+ Development and calibration of bespoke vulnerability functions.
+ Use Impact Forecasting proprietary loss modeling platform ELEMENTS in estimating loss.
+ Actively collaborate with R&D team and software development teams in all aspects of the model development.
+ Provide critical analysis of modeling results for internal validation of models and explaining results to clients when needed.
+ Implementation of the model into unified catastrophe modelling platform
Skills and experience that will lead to success:+ M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (required).
+ Proficiency in data analysis and excellent programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or R (required).
+ Problem solving skills, collaborative attitude, willingness to learn (required).
+ Experience with MS products – Word, PowerPoint, Excel (required).
+ User level experience with SQL, ArcGIS, QGIS is useful (preferred).
+ Experience with catastrophe modeling (preferred).
How we support our colleagues: In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work… and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on ReasonableAdjustments@Aon.com Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Pay Transparency Laws: The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $110,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. #li-kd1 2526402 Senior Scientist, Impact Forecasting – Wind Vulnerability in Chicago! The wind vulnerability modeler will be part of Impact Forecasting vulnerability team focused on the development of vulnerability solutions for atmospheric perils. The role responsibilities include, but are not limited to development, calibration and validation of wind vulnerability functions, detailed claims analysis etc. The position is full-time and is located in Chicago, IL. Role Responsibilities:+ Develop vulnerability functions for atmospheric perils (using simulation and/or claims) for different regions based on building inventory data.
+ Development and calibration of bespoke vulnerability functions.
+ Use Impact Forecasting proprietary loss modeling platform ELEMENTS in estimating loss.
+ Actively collaborate with R&D team and software development teams in all aspects of the model development.
+ Provide critical analysis of modeling results for internal validation of models and explaining results to clients when needed.
+ Implementation of the model into unified catastrophe modelling platform
Skills and experience that will lead to success:+ M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (required).
+ Proficiency in data analysis and excellent programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or R (required).
+ Problem solving skills, collaborative attitude, willingness to learn (required).
+ Experience with MS products – Word, PowerPoint, Excel (required).
+ User level experience with SQL, ArcGIS, QGIS is useful (preferred).
+ Experience with catastrophe modeling (preferred).
How we support our colleagues: In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work… and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in th