Senior Physical Oceanographer — Polar Ocean Dynamics

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,020 - 37,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Flexible working hours

Defined salary pension scheme

30 days annual leave

Job summary

A leading research institution in Cambridge is seeking a Physical Oceanographer to join their Open Oceans group. The role involves advancing research on ocean mixing and dynamics in polar regions, utilizing advanced oceanographic tools. Candidates should have a strong background in physical sciences, with a PhD preferred. This position offers a salary of £31,020 to £37,500 and includes flexible working hours and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong background in physical science or mathematics.
• Experience in numerical analysis and oceanographic tools.
• Ability to lead fieldwork and supervise junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research activities using various oceanographic tools.
• Lead significant elements of the Open Oceans workpackage.
• Supervise junior staff and lead fieldwork activities.

Skills

Theoretical analysis

Observational techniques

Numerical modeling

Fieldwork leadership

Education

Good first degree in physical science/mathematics

PhD or equivalent postgraduate experience

Tools

Autonomous ocean gliders

Research ships

Mooring arrays

Advanced numerical modeling

Job description

A leading research institution in Cambridge is seeking a Physical Oceanographer to join their Open Oceans group. The role involves advancing research on ocean mixing and dynamics in polar regions, utilizing advanced oceanographic tools. Candidates should have a strong background in physical sciences, with a PhD preferred. This position offers a salary of £31,020 to £37,500 and includes flexible working hours and a generous benefits package.