Postdoctoral Scholar in Coastal Ocean Modeling and Applications

We seek a motivated postdoctoral scholar in coastal ocean modeling to join the Ocean Circulation Lab at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science. Successful candidates will engage in a program of coordinated observing and modeling toward better understanding the ocean circulation on the West Florida Shelf (WFS) and its applications in marine environmental issues of societal importance. Presently maintained automated coastal ocean modeling nowcast/forecast systems are based on the Finite Volume Community Ocean Model (FVCOM). We are interested in further improvements to these systems and their applications in storm surge forecast and ecosystem simulation (e.g., red tide, water quality). Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three referees. Applications will be reviewed as received. Appointment is available immediately. Initial appointment is for one year, with extensions desirable based on performance and funding availability. For information regarding this available position, please contact Dr. Yonggang Liu, View email address on click.appcast.io. Responsibilities Improve the existing coastal ocean model systems for applications Evaluate the model performance using observations Advance the understanding of the coastal ocean processes Contribute to project reporting Present research results in academic conferences and project meetings Take a lead in publishing high-quality, peer‑reviewed publications Qualifications Minimum : Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and appropriate experience and training within Physical Oceanography or related field. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow. Expected to have a firm grounding in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics and satisfactory written and oral communication skills. Preferred : Numerical ocean modeling experience is preferred. We seek candidates who have demonstrated excellence in scholarly creativity and productivity in coastal oceanography research. This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr