[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Researcher UCSD: Coastal Oceanography/Nonlinear Internal Waves

[Justin Rogers]

The Environmental Fluid Dynamics Lab in the Department of Mechanical and
Aerospace Engineering at UCSD invites applications for a postdoctoral
researcher in Coastal Oceanography to begin in Fall 2024/Winter 2025. The
successful applicant will participate in an Office of Naval Research (ONR)
funded study of the dynamics of refraction and reflection of nonlinear
internal waves (NLIWs). The postdoctoral researcher will use numerical
modeling along with analysis of existing observational data to examine
the dynamics
of NLIWs interactions with steep topography. The successful candidate will
ideally have a working knowledge of physical oceanography (specifically
internal wave dynamics) and ocean modeling, although candidates with
similar skills will be considered. The position will also include
collaborative work with investigators at partner academic institutions.

Additional information about postdoctoral positions at UCSD and benefits
can be found on the UCSD Office of Postdoctoral and Research Scholar
website.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct a series of idealized and realistic numerical simulations to
examine NLIW refraction, reflection and generation using the SUNTANS (
http://suntans.stanford.edu/) model;

• Use existing observations along with model output to contribute to an
understanding of NLIW dynamics;

• Explore the effects of forcing mechanisms such as internal tides and
rotation, as well as effects from nearshore NLIW such as residual currents,
upwelling and mixing;

• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present results at
national and international conferences;

• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the Environmental Fluid
Dynamics Lab.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree in Oceanography or Engineering or a related field from an
accredited university, with relevant background in Fluid Mechanics or
Geophysical Fluid Dynamics;

• Experience in numerical ocean model application, validation and analysis;

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment;

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;

• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals related to the minimum
qualifications;

• Ability to pursue research independently.

The postdoc will work directly with Dr. Geno Pawlak Tejada (
https://sites.google.com/ucsd.edu/efdlab) at the Department of Mechanical
and Aerospace Engineering and Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San
Diego and will also collaborate with co-investigators at Stanford
University. Additionally, there will be opportunities to mentor graduate
and undergraduate students. Initial appointment will be for 12 months and
will be renewable for up to one year, subject to performance and
availability of funding.

Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience and with the
UCSD Postdoc Salary Scale. (https://postdoc.ucsd.edu/postdocs/index.html)

To Apply: email Geno Pawlak Tejada (pawlak at ucsd.edu) with a cover letter,
CV, and contact information for 3 references. Screening of applicants will
begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, however
for full consideration, please email your application file before Oct. 1,
2024. UCSD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a
strong institutional commitment to excellence and diversity. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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