Job Description

:Job Title- Research Scientist - Earthquake Model DevelopmentSolution Line- Reinsurance SolutionsPosition type- Full TimeWork Location- Bangalore, WhitefieldWorking style- In Office (Hybrid)Cab Facility- YesShift Time - 12.30 PM to 9.30 PMPeople Manager role: NoRequired education and certifications critical for the role-Educational background in the field of earthquake engineering and/or engineering seismology at the postgraduate levelAON IS IN THE BUSINESS OF BETTER DECISIONSAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.As an organization, we are committed as one firm to our purpose, united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.INFORMATION ABOUT THE BUSINESSAon Reinsurance Solutions is the worlds leading reinsurance intermediary and full-service capital advisor. Reinsurance Solutions Analytics offers clients industry-leading Catastrophe Management, Impact Forecasting, Rating Agency Practice, Product Development and Research, Actuarial & ReMetrica support.GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:Aon Impact Forecasting (IF) is looking for Research Scientist to develop earthquake catastrophe models for insurance/reinsurance purposes in Asia. The comprehensive loss assessment and testing will include primary (earthquake) and secondary perils such as tsunamis, liquefaction, landslides, and fire-following earthquakes.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop all model components with emphasis on hazard and vulnerability component
• Model implementation, validation, calibration and testing
• Coordinate cooperation with scientific partners from local and international research institutions
• Communicate and present the model outputs to other Aon departments such as the cat management team, brokers etc.
• Deliver external presentations to clients and at conferences
• Bring innovation whilst understanding the requirements/limitations of the practices of the team
• Be part of the development team and be able to coordinate tasks with other members
• Collaborate with other team members from different offices worldwide
• Use Impact Forecasting in-house software packages
• Technical background in catastrophe loss modelling concepts with multiyear practical experience
• Experience in catastrophe model evaluation and testing
• Strong quantitative and analytical background, programming experience with a focus on data analytics (e.g. SQL, python)
• Excellent knowledge of GIS and GIS tools (e.g. QGIS/ArcGIS)

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Proficiency in the use of MS-office
• Basic level programming skills, particularly Python, R, MATLAB, or Fortran, with eagerness of earning more.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data; Confident and self-driven individual; has Can-Do attitude; Ability to work in teams and do multi-tasking; ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

HOW WE SUPPORT OUR COLLEAGUESIn addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workforce. At Aon, we believe a diverse workforce is an innovative workforce. Our agile, inclusive environment allows colleagues to manage their wellbeing and work/life balance while empowering you to be your authentic self.Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging them to take time to focus on themselves. We offer a variety of workstyle options through our Smart Working model, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it!Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips colleagues to learn, share and grow, helping them achieve their fullest potential. As a result, Aon colleagues are more connected, more relevant and more valued.2544443

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