Physical Oceanography Scientist

8 hours ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention Full time
Join Our Team

We are looking for talented Postdoctoral Research Fellows to contribute to our research project investigating internal waves in the ocean.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fluid dynamics and numerical modelling, with a focus on Physical Oceanography and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics. The project is co-funded by NSF and NERC and offers a unique opportunity to work with leading researchers in the field.

About the Project:

  • The project aims to investigate the role played by internal waves in the energetics of the ocean
  • The successful candidate will develop and analyze simplified theoretical models
  • They will also develop numerical code for simulations and publish research findings in top-tier journals

What You'll Need:

  • PhD in Fluid Dynamics or related field
  • Strong background in numerical modelling
  • Expertise in oceanography or atmospheric sciences (desirable)

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per annum
  • A collaborative research environment
  • The opportunity to work with leading experts in the field
  • Access to state-of-the-art research facilities


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