[ES_JOBS_NET] Two NCAR postdoctoral fellows, Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) study, Boulder, CO

Sat Sep 1 08:28:55 MDT 2018

The Postdoc Fellow (18207) position is now posted:

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Postdoctoral Fellow

Tracking Code

18207

Job Description

Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow

Location: Boulder, CO

Type: Full-time

Position Term: 2-years, with possibility of extension

Application Deadline: 

This position will be posted until September 28, 2018 or until a sufficient
number of applications have been received. Thereafter, applications will be
reviewed on an as-needed basis.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Work Authorization:

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

Who We Are:

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.  NCAR is sponsored by the National
Science Foundation (NSF) and managed by the University Corporation for
Atmospheric Research (UCAR).

What You Will Do:

We invite applications for two postdoctoral fellows to conduct fundamental,
process-oriented research as part of NCAR's pre-field contribution to the
Pacific Upwelling and Mixing Physics (PUMP) study, which is part of the NOAA
Climate Variability and Predictability Program.  PUMP is directed at the
complex of interacting oceanic processes that connect the thermocline to the
surface in the equatorial Pacific cold tongue.

The goals of the present work are, first, to investigate dynamical processes
in the Pacific Equatorial Cold Tongue in a hierarchy of numerical models,
and second to characterize the space- and time-scales and the dynamics of
upwelling and its process-level connection to mixing. The results of these
studies will contribute to the design of planned in situ process studies of
equatorial physics, and in turn to the redesign of the Tropical Pacific
Observing System (TPOS).

To this end, we seek applicants who can contribute in two ways: 1) by
analyzing existing model output from global-scale simulations, informed by
existing observations, and 2) by developing, running and analyzing models at
the regional and/or LES scales. The project involves close collaboration
between modelers and observationalists at NCAR (Daniel Whitt, Scott Bachman,
William Large, Frank Bryan), the University of Washington (LuAnne Thompson,
Ren-Chieh Lien), the University of New South Wales (Ryan Holmes), and
theNOAA Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (William Kessler). We
encourage applicants with observational and/or modeling experience and
interests to apply.

Possible specific research topics may include:

.        Dynamics and properties of horizontal divergence, upwelling, and
meridional circulations near the Pacific Equatorial Cold Tongue (ECT).
Relationships between upwelling and surface forcing across timescales from
synoptic to inter-annual. Decomposing adiabatic and diabatic components of
the vertical velocity. Implications for the heat budget of the ECT.

.        Dynamics and properties of shear, stratification, turbulence and
mixing near the ECT. Sensitivity to larger scale oceanic and atmospheric
variability, e.g. due to the diurnal cycle or passing tropical instability
waves. Coupling between turbulent mixing and larger-scale equatorial ocean
circulations. Turbulence parameterization in ocean models.

Responsibilities:

.        Identify significant science questions within the context of the
overall program objectives,

.        Conduct analysis and/or numerical simulations to address the
science questions, and

.        Publish the results in peer-reviewed literature and otherwise
communicate results to the collaborators and broader scientific community.

Additionally, these positions come with unique opportunities to:

.        Collaborate with a broader NOAA-funded team including modelers and
observationalists, Use process model results to participate in the design of
observational process studies, and

.        Develop and test physics-based parameterizations for ocean and
Earth system models. 
The results of this work will contribute refinements to the forthcoming
redesign of the Tropical Pacific Observing System and lay the foundation for
improving predictability of the Pacific climate system on seasonal to
decadal timescales. 

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience:

.        A PhD in physical oceanography or other relevant field in science,
engineering, or mathematics.

.        Research experience in a relevant field with contributions to
refereed journal articles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

.        Knowledge of upper-ocean physics demonstrated in refereed journal
articles.

.        Experience analyzing data from observational process studies of
upper ocean physics and/or  analyzing and configuring ocean model
simulations.

.        Strong written and oral communication skills, especially for
scientific publications.

.        Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Applicant Notes:

In order to be considered for this position, please submit:

.        Cover Letter

.        CV

.        Research Statement

.        Names of 3 references

What's In It for You:

.        Compensation

.        PTO

.        Paid Holidays

.        Tuition Reimbursement

.        Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

.        Retirement Plan

.        And more!

EEO/AAP Statement:

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

Temporary

Appointment Type

Term Full-Time (T1)

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