[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Fellow, biogeochemical processes in the global ocean, NCAR, Boulder, CO

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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Postdoctoral Fellow I
Tracking Code
18140
Job Description

Postdoctoral Fellow

This is a full-time, 2-year term position with possibility of extension. This position will be posted until May 17, 2018 or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a work visa to fill this position.

Where You Will Work
Located in Boulder, Colorado, the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is one of the world's premier scientific institutions, with an internationally recognized staff and research program dedicated to advancing knowledge, providing community-based resources, and building human capacity in the atmospheric and related sciences.

What You Will Do
Use a combination of numerical models, observational data, and theory to study biogeochemical processes in the global ocean.  Emphasis on application and development of the ocean biogeochemistry component of the Community Earth System Model.  Identify key science questions of interest regarding interactions between ocean circulation, ecology and biogeochemistry. Focused research on Subantarctic Mode Water conditioning and formation.

*        Develop new formulations of ecosystem processes. Design, configure, run, and analyze numerical experiments with the CESM ocean component.
*        Present results at conferences and seminars; publish results in the peer-reviewed scientific literature.
*        Contribute to the development of analysis software.

What You Need
*        PhD or equivalent experience in oceanography, atmospheric science, applied mathematics, computational science, engineering, or a related physical science; demonstrated understanding of ocean biogeochemistry, plankton ecology and physiology, and geophysical fluid dynamics; research experience in a relevant field, with contributions to refereed journals.
*        Expertise in oceanography with specific emphasis on biogeochemistry or physical oceanography.
*        Expert knowledge of algal physiology and ecology, with particular emphasis on calcifying organisms.
*        Experience developing and running global to regional ocean general circulation models.
*        Proficiency writing and modifying scientific codes, especially in Fortran and Python.
*        Expertise working with large geophysical data sets, including climate model output.
*        Strong written and oral communication skills, especially for scientific publications.
*        Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Notes to applicants
Interested applicants must submit:
1.       Cover Letter
2.       CV
3.       Research Statement
4.       Names of 3 references

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.

Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.
Job Location
Boulder, Colorado, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Appointment Type
Term Full-Time (T1)

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