Thomas Cram
About Thomas Cram
Thomas Cram is a Software Engineer III with extensive experience in atmospheric research, currently employed at both NCAR and UCAR in Boulder, Colorado. He holds a Master's degree in Atmospheric Science from Colorado State University and a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from St. Olaf College.
Work at UCAR
Thomas Cram has been employed at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) since 2015, serving as a Software Engineer III. His role involves developing software solutions that support atmospheric research initiatives. Prior to this position, he worked as a Software Engineer II at UCAR from 2010 to 2015. His tenure at UCAR spans over nine years, contributing to various projects aimed at enhancing research capabilities in the atmospheric sciences.
Work at NCAR
Since 2010, Thomas Cram has also held the position of Software Engineer III at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). Located in Boulder, Colorado, NCAR focuses on advancing the understanding of the atmosphere and its interactions with the Earth. Cram's work at NCAR has been integral to the development of software tools that facilitate atmospheric research, marking over 14 years of service.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Cram holds a Master of Science degree in Atmospheric Science from Colorado State University, where he studied from 1998 to 2000. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from St. Olaf College, completing his studies there from 1990 to 1994. Additionally, Cram studied at the University of Konstanz, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering within the atmospheric research domain.
Previous Experience at Colorado State University
Before joining UCAR and NCAR, Thomas Cram worked at Colorado State University. He served as a Graduate Research Assistant from 1998 to 2000, where he contributed to research projects in atmospheric science. Following this role, he became a Research Associate II, working from 2000 to 2010. His experience at Colorado State University equipped him with valuable skills and knowledge that he applies in his current positions.