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Muath Abdullatif Al-khalaf

Jeddah,02

Summary

A dynamic meteorologist with extensive experience, specializing in satellite imagery analysis and fostering teamwork. Known for improving forecast reliability through post-event analysis and enhancing data reporting efficiency, while driving professional growth and delivering accurate weather predictions. A meteorologist at the National Center of Meteorology and an expert in weather forecasting for the cloud seeding program, contributing to the operational team by studying weather conditions for cloud seeding. This involves analyzing numerical model outputs and cloud physics data to assess the technical suitability of clouds for rainfall operations. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and monitoring seeding tasks, using weather radar data to evaluate daily seeding potential, and performing technical evaluations to assess operation quality. Additionally, preparing periodic reports on forecast accuracy and tracking changes in cloud targets before and after seeding using satellite imagery, with a focus on monitoring water content changes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Academic Researcher

King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology
02.2016 - 11.2021

Working with air pollution monitoring technologies to study and analyze dust pollutant concentrations in the research laboratories at the National Center for Environmental Technology, affiliated with the Institute of Biological and Environmental Research at KACST. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive air quality management plans and streamlined data collection processes by utilizing advanced monitoring equipment and software tools. Additionally, prepared summaries and charts by testing and gathering samples, and analyzing the findings.

Meteorologist

National Center For Meteorology
11.2021 - Current
  • Mentored junior meteorologists in best practices for data interpretation, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on professional growth opportunities.
  • Collaborated with fellow meteorologists to ensure consistency in forecasting methodology and presentation across platforms.
  • Improved forecast reliability by conducting thorough post-event analysis of previous predictions against actual outcomes.
  • Conducted regular reviews of department procedures, implementing improvements for increased efficiency in data analysis and reporting.
  • Studied and interpreted synoptic reports, maps, photographs and prognostic charts to predict long and short range weather conditions.
  • Used weather balloons to measure wind, temperature, and humidity in upper atmosphere.
  • Established and maintained a solid rapport with colleagues and management, promoting a cohesive work environment that facilitated team synergy and success.
  • Analyzed and interpreted meteorological data collected by surface and upper-air stations, satellites and radar to develop reports and forecasts.
  • Prepared scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles, or texts.
  • Developed and presented long and short-range weather forecast information every day.
  • Maintained deep knowledge of local, national and international geography and topography to provide better weather forecasts and predictions.

Education

Meteorology

King Abdulaziz University
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
04-2015

Skills

  • Satellite imagery analysis
  • Radar interpretation
  • Numerical weather prediction
  • Synoptic meteorology
  • Remote sensing
  • Atmospheric analysis
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Decision-making
  • Data collection and analysis

Certification

  • Training on operation and maintenance of mobile and permanent automatic meteorological stations AMS 111

11-15 Sep 2022


  • User Training course for the " Aero Weather Software (pilot Briefing)"

1 June 2023


  • Impact-Based Forecast Warning Services Workshop by (WMO)

5 - 9 NOV 2023


  • Training course "physics of the Atmosphere" and "Dynamics and Variability of the Climate" two weeks (19-23) and (26-30) May 2024

Certificate was awarded on Jun 11, 2024


  • Satellite data and product in support of Early warning system (EWS) by India Meteorological Department New Delhi, India

2 - 3 Dec 2024


Timeline

Meteorologist

National Center For Meteorology
11.2021 - Current

Academic Researcher

King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology
02.2016 - 11.2021

Meteorology

King Abdulaziz University
Muath Abdullatif Al-khalaf