Postdoctoral Research Associate in Subseasonal Oceanic Winds and Waves
Date posted
Sep. 12, 2023 2:15 pm
Application deadline
Feb. 1, 2024 5:00 pm
Organization
Naval Research Laboratory Marine Metrology Division
Location
- United States
Job description
Application Deadline: Feb. 1st 2024
Organization: Naval Research Laboratory Marine Metrology Division
Location: Monterey, CA United States
Job Description:
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Marine Meteorology Division (MMD) (https://www.nrlmry.navy.mil/), in Monterey, CA, is seeking applicants for a postdoc opportunity in subseasonal oceanic surface wind and wave prediction opening in October 2023.
This project, led by Dr. Matthew Janiga, will focus on evaluating and improving the skill of subseasonal oceanic surface wind and ocean wave predictions in the Navy Earth System Prediction Capability (ESPC), a coupled global ensemble prediction system developed by NRL.
Postdocs working on this project will have the opportunity to work on:
- Determining the observed relationship between oceanic surface winds and ocean wave properties and large-scale modes of variability (g., Madden Julian Oscillation and Arctic Oscillation) and the ability of Navy ESPC to simulate these multi-scale relationships.
- Quantifying the spatial-temporal variability of the extended-range prediction skill of ocean wave properties in Navy ESPC using various observational datasets (satellites, buoys, reanalyses) and developing forecast bias reduction methods. Determining the predictability of extreme events will be a particular focus.
Candidates are required to be US citizens and to have completed a PhD in atmospheric science, oceanography, computer science, or other related fields before starting the postdoc.
The ideal candidate will have experience in one of the following areas: Earth system modeling, atmosphere-ocean interaction, subseasonal prediction, or ocean waves. In addition, experience with Python, data analysis, statistics, numerical modeling, and high-performance computing is also desired.
NRL MMD has access to excellent high performance computing resources and postdoctoral fellowships provide a competitive stipend, relocation, and travel support (https://www.nrl.navy.mil/Careers/Post-Docs/NRC/).
Our postdoctoral fellowships are offered for a period of one year and are renewable for up to three years total. Applications can be submitted through the National Research Council Research Associateship Programs (https://www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/rap/nrc-research-associateship-programs see opportunity #64.16.66.C0250 Global Earth System Modeling). Applications are accepted quarterly with the next deadline on November 1. Postdoctoral fellowships are offered based on an internal and external review of the applicant’s research proposal and on the strength of graduate school transcripts and recommendation letters.
To develop a successful research proposal, applicants are strongly encouraged to work closely with Dr. Matthew Janiga.
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NRL MMD strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. NRL MMD is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, neurodiversity, physical appearance, veteran status, religious beliefs, political beliefs, country of origin, working style, job category, education level, cultural background, and marital and parental status. We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the unique intersection of identities of the members in our organization. You are welcome in our lab.