Department: College of Marine Science / 0-2500-000

College/Division: Marine Science

Salary Plan: Temporary

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

The Ocean Circulation Lab (http://ocgweb.marine.usf.edu ) at College of Marine Science, University of South Florida, seeks 1~2 Postdoctoral Scholars and/or Research Associates in coastal ocean circulation modeling and analyses.  Successful candidates will engage in a coordinated program of observations and models toward understanding and forecasting the circulation of the west Florida continental shelf (WFS) and the interactions that link the estuarine, coastal, and deep-ocean environments. Presently maintained are automated, daily, nowcast/forecast modeling systems for the circulation on the WFS, inclusive of its major estuaries, and a higher resolution version for the greater Tampa Bay region.  Both of these modeling systems employ the Finite Volume Community Ocean Model (FVCOM).  We are interested in further improvements to these systems, plus the addition of attributes such as biological processes (Karenia brevis red tide), wave-current interactions, storm surges, water quality, sediment transport, and data assimilation.

Minimum qualifications: PhD in Physical Oceanography (or related field) with a firm grounding in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics and satisfactory written and oral communication skills.

Preference: Numerical ocean circulation modeling experience is preferred, but not required. We seek candidates who have demonstrated excellence in scholarly creativity and productivity in coastal oceanography research.

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, yliu@usf.edu .

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 35412

Posting Date:  10/16/2023

Posting End Date: 12/03/2023

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