[ES_JOBS_NET] Staff Scientist, Ocean Modeling, [C]worthy, Boulder, CO

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.lever.co/convergentresearch/8a24b396-a802-447c-9ef5-baf5982e1b0a

*Staff Scientist, Ocean Modeling*
Boulder, CO[C]worthy – [C]worthy /Full Time /On-site

About [C]Worthy
[C]Worthy is a Focused Research Organization operating in partnership with
Convergent Research. We develop science-backed tools for Monitoring,
Reporting, and Verification (MRV) by adapting advanced oceanographic models
to quantify carbon removal and assess ecosystem impacts with scientific
credibility. These tools are delivered through our open-source software
platform, C-Star, which is designed to ensure ease-of-use, standardization,
auditability, and transparency — foundations for building high-integrity
CDR markets. We collaborate with early commercial actors in the carbon
removal market to support research, provide robust MRV solutions, and shape
effective standards. We are also maintaining and building strong
connections within the research community to ensure that our tools evolve
alongside the best available science and technology.

Position Description
We are seeking an experienced ocean modeler to lead the expansion of the
C‑Star Ocean Network — a growing constellation of regional ocean domains
that underpins robust MRV for ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE) and direct
ocean removal (DOR). The successful candidate will design and build
high‑fidelity physical–biogeochemical model configurations, work
hand‑in‑hand with early‑stage commercial partners and academic
collaborators, and help build an inclusive, global community of practice
around open‑source ocean modeling. This role sits at the intersection of
cutting‑edge science and mission‑driven engineering: you will translate the
latest oceanographic understanding into production‑grade tools that are
transparent, auditable, and ready for regulatory scrutiny.

Key Responsibilities

   - Design, build, & maintain C-Star model configurations to support
   carbon quantification calculations and related applications in partnership
   with commercial and/or research partners.
   - Perform and advise on scientific evaluation of C-Star model
   simulations.
   - Contribute to the design and development of C-Star software
   infrastructure, including workflows related to model evaluation,
   observational comparisons, CDR quantification, and environmental and/or
   site suitability assessments.
   - Provide technical support and guidance to C-Star users.
   - Conduct original research on CDR quantification methodologies, publish
   methods and results in peer‑reviewed outlets, and represent [C]Worthy at
   scientific conferences and standards organizations.
   - For sufficiently experienced candidates: Manage a team focused on
   deploying regional modeling configurations for commercial pilot projects
   and research sites.


Qualifications

   - Ph.D. in Oceanography, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, or a
   related field.
   - Demonstrated expertise building and running regional ocean models,
   including physical and biogeochemical components.
   - Strong scientific programming skills.
   - Experience working in Unix‑based HPC environments.
   - Publication record or equivalent technical reports showcasing rigorous
   model evaluation.
   - Ability to creatively combine highly technical research tools to solve
   complex problems.
   - Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
   - Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Preferred attributes

   - Significant experience managing technical and scientific teams.
   - Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with
   internal and external partners.
   - Familiarity with numerical methods and algorithms used in
   oceanographic models.
   - Demonstrated track record contributing to open-source software
   projects.
   - Experience collecting and/or analyzing oceanographic observations.
   - Experience working in interdisciplinary teams and translating
   scientific requirements into software specifications.


Benefits

   - Competitive salary: $120K to $190K depending on experience and
   position fit
   - Health, vision, and dental insurance
   - Wellness benefit
   - Paid time off
   - Flexible spending accounts for health care or childcare
   - 401(k) retirement fund with matching employer contributions

Location
[C]Worthy is based in Boulder, Colorado, and seeks to build a strong
collaborative team. We prefer that employees spend significant time working
together in person in our Boulder office.
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