Ocean Dynamics Research Associate: LES & Submesoscales

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Cambridge seeks a Research Assistant/Research Associate to join their Ocean Dynamics group. The successful candidate will work on an international project studying interactions between submesoscales and near-inertial currents using numerical simulations. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and have a strong background in fluid dynamics and simulation techniques. Applications are particularly encouraged from women and candidates from BME backgrounds.

Qualifications

• PhD in Oceanography, Earth Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field.
• Strong background in fluid dynamics and oceanography.
• Experience running numerical simulations (LES/DNS) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Use large-eddy simulations (LES) to study interactions between submesoscales and near-inertial currents.
• Work closely with Dr. Taylor and project team; develop and conduct research objectives.
• Assist in supervision of student projects and seminars.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Numerical simulations

Research in ocean dynamics

Education

PhD in Oceanography or related field

Job description

A prestigious university in Cambridge seeks a Research Assistant/Research Associate to join their Ocean Dynamics group. The successful candidate will work on an international project studying interactions between submesoscales and near-inertial currents using numerical simulations. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and have a strong background in fluid dynamics and simulation techniques. Applications are particularly encouraged from women and candidates from BME backgrounds.