Postdoc: Observational Physical Oceanographer - Weddell Gyre

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Equality and diversity initiatives

Job summary

A research institution in polar science is seeking an observational physical oceanographer to analyze and interpret datasets related to the Weddell Gyre. The position requires a PhD in Ocean/Climate Dynamics and entails working with various datasets to develop insights into ocean dynamics. The successful candidate will contribute to significant projects funded by the European Commission. Enhanced skills and experience in project collaboration and publication are expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated training in using observational ocean datasets.
• Experience working with various oceanographic platforms.
• Knowledge of polar oceanographic datasets.

Responsibilities

• Combine observational data to examine Weddell Gyre dynamics and interpret model output.
• Attend project meetings and engage with partners.
• Lead high-quality publications resulting from the project.

Skills

Experience with observational datasets

Data analysis and synthesis

Model validation and tuning

Education

PhD in Ocean/Climate Dynamics or equivalent

Job description

A research institution in polar science is seeking an observational physical oceanographer to analyze and interpret datasets related to the Weddell Gyre. The position requires a PhD in Ocean/Climate Dynamics and entails working with various datasets to develop insights into ocean dynamics. The successful candidate will contribute to significant projects funded by the European Commission. Enhanced skills and experience in project collaboration and publication are expected.