Research Scientist, Metocean, TCOMS

TECHNOLOGY CENTRE FOR OFFSHORE AND MARINE, SINGAPORE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine technology research center in Singapore is looking for a researcher with a PhD in relevant fields to work on advanced ocean and atmosphere models. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up the OASIS3-MCT model, integrating models, and conducting sensitivity experiments. Strong programming skills and experience with HPC are essential. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team, along with a strong background in atmospheric and ocean sciences.

Qualifications

• Preferably 3 years of research/industry experience.
• Strong background in atmospheric science, meteorology, and physical oceanography.
• Experience using regional coupled modelling systems and OASIS3-MCT.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and optimize the OASIS3-MCT model coupling library.
• Integrate regional atmosphere and ocean models via OASIS3-MCT.
• Carry out sensitivity experiments using the coupled modelling system.

Skills

Atmospheric science

Meteorology

Physical oceanography

Ocean modelling

Hydrodynamics

Programming (Fortran, C, C++, Python)

HPC/supercomputer experience

Linux operating system

Shell scripting

Satellite data handling

Education

PhD in relevant fields

Tools

OASIS3-MCT

netCDF format

CDO

NCO

MATLAB

Ferret/pyFerret

Job description

Job description

• Set up, configure, optimize the OASIS3-MCT model coupling library at NSCC.
• Integrate regional atmosphere and ocean models via the OASIS3-MCT.
• Carry out sensitivity experiments using the coupled modelling system i.e., one-way and two-way coupled experiments.
• Assess the performance of the one-way and two-way coupling.
• Attend regular meetings with collaborators and present results.
• Write reports and publish high-quality journal papers.
• Present the results at the top international conference in the field.
• Attend training/workshop as required to maintain proficiency.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualification & Field of Study:

• PhD in Physical Oceanography, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Geophysical fluid dynamics, Ocean Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or other related discipline.

Job Requirements

• Preferably 3 years of relevant research/industry experience.
• Strong background of atmospheric science, meteorology, physical oceanography, ocean modelling, and hydrodynamics.
• Experience of using regional coupled modelling system and OASIS3-MCT model coupling toolkit.
• Understanding of air-sea interaction/coupling and flux exchanges.
• Experience of using LFRic/NEMO or other atmosphere/ocean models is a plus.
• Knowledge of Linux operating system and shell scripting.
• Experience of working on a HPC/supercomputer.
• Good knowledge and skill in programming language (e.g., Fortran, C, C++, Python)
• Experience of handling large global data set (netCDF format) using CDO and NCO.
• Familiar with MATLAB, and Ferret/pyFerret or similar.
• Knowledge in handling satellite, in-situ, reanalysis/hindcast data will be an advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively as members of a team.
• Resourceful and self-driven with a high degree of professional integrity.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.