Research Associate (postdoctoral researcher)

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A research institution in Hanover seeks a postdoctoral researcher to advance understanding of polar regions and improve sea level projections. The role involves conducting numerical simulations and collaborating with experts in the field. Candidates should hold a PhD in relevant disciplines and possess strong skills in scientific writing and interpersonal communication. The project is part of the NASA Sea Level Change Team, offering collaborative opportunities and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with a publication history.
• Experience running numerical simulations of Earth Science processes.
• Interest in working on computationally intensive projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to investigate evolution of ice and polar oceans.
• Perform numerical simulations of ice sheet contribution to sea level.
• Analyze and interpret acquired data.

Skills

Numerical simulations

Scientific writing

Interpersonal communication

Education

PhD in physical oceanography, glaciology, Earth Sciences, or related field

Job description

Overview

This postdoctoral position is part of a project funded by the NASA Sea Level Change Team (N-SLCT) recently awarded to Dartmouth College. Join this growing, multidisciplinary team to help advance new understanding of polar regions and improve projections of sea level rise. The NASA Sea Level Change Team relies on NASA satellite observations, reanalysis and modeling to advance understanding of sea level change in the past, present and future. The project uses observations of ice-ocean interaction at grounding line boundaries, combined with high‑resolution ocean and ice sheet modeling to improve projections of sea level change in key sectors of West and East Antarctica and to provide a comprehensive view of sea level change contributions from Antarctica in decades to come.

We are specifically looking for researchers with a background in ice sheet modeling, ocean modeling, or other polar processes. Computational experience running numerical simulations is required for this position and experience in the development or improvement of software is highly desirable. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a team of colleagues with expertise in ice sheet modeling, oceanography, and remote sensing, as well as to participate in the NASA Sea Level Change Team effort. Compensation for this position is competitive. Applicants should have a PhD or plan to finish their PhD in glaciology, physical oceanography, Earth Sciences or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts experiments to investigate evolution of ice and polar oceans.
• Performs numerical simulations of ice sheet contribution to sea level.
• Analyzes and interprets acquired data.
• Implements changes in numerical software as needed.
• Stays current on relevant literature.
• Conducts day-to-day research activities independently.
• Shares objectives, results, interpretation, and conclusions with the research team.
• Prepares, submits and shepherds journal manuscripts.
• Presents results at international conferences.
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field (physical oceanography, glaciology, Earth Sciences, engineering or a related field) with a publication history.
• Experience running numerical simulations of Earth Science processes.
• Interest in working on computationally intensive projects.
• Demonstrated strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

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