University of California, San Diego
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Postdoctoral Research Position in Climate, Atmospheric Science
& Physical Oceanography Division
Applications are being accepted for a postdoctoral research position
in the Climate, Atmospheric Sciences and Physical Oceanography Division
of Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Research will focus on mesoscale advection and
stirring in the mid-latitude western Pacific and the Southern Ocean. The project will use
ocean general circulation models and will analyze model results in the context of in situ
observations collected as part of the
Kuroshio Extension System Study (KESS) and the Diapycnal and Isopycnal
Experiment in the Southern Ocean (DIMES) program.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in physical oceanography, meteorology
or a related field. Prior experience in numerical modeling and data analysis is desirable. The
initial appointment will be for one year with a possibility of renewal. Questions
about the position may be directed to Julie McClean (jmcclean@ucsd.edu)
or Sarah Gille (sgille@ucsd.edu).
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on UC
salary scales.
Applicants should send a statement of research interests, current
curriculum vitae including a publication list and names of three
references to:
Ms. Tomomi Ushii
Scripps Institution of Oceanography - 0230,
University of California-San Diego,
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0230
Closing Date: February 15, 2012, or until filled.
University of California is an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer.
