
location_onSt Petersburg Sailing Center, 250, 1st Avenue Southeast, Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, 33701, United States
The Ocean Circulation Lab at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science seeks a motivated postdoctoral scholar to join a program of coordinated observing and modeling. The team focuses on advancing the understanding of ocean circulation on the West Florida Shelf (WFS) and applying these insights to marine environmental issues of societal importance.
This position is designed to further improve existing automated coastal ocean modeling nowcast/forecast systems, which are currently based on the Finite Volume Community Ocean Model (FVCOM). The successful candidate will work to enhance these systems for critical applications, including storm surge forecasting and ecosystem simulation, such as red tide and water quality modeling.
In this role, you will evaluate model performance against observations, advance the understanding of coastal ocean processes, and contribute to project reporting. A key component of the position involves taking the lead in publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research and presenting results at academic conferences and project meetings.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. The initial appointment is for one year, with extensions available based on performance and funding availability. The position is available immediately.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three referees. For specific inquiries regarding this position, please contact Dr. Yonggang Liu at yliu@usf.edu.
Work model: On-site
St Petersburg Sailing Center, 250, 1st Avenue Southeast, Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, 33701, United States
Saint Petersburg, Florida
Numerical ocean modeling experience. Demonstrated excellence in scholarly creativity and productivity in coastal oceanography research.
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Skills: Coastal Ocean Modeling, Finite Volume Community Ocean Model, Fvcom, Storm Surge Forecast, Ecosystem Simulation, Numerical Ocean Modeling, Coastal Oceanography, Geophysical Fluid Dynamics.
Education: Doctoral degree in Physical Oceanography or related field required.