Senior Oceanographic Researcher Position

6 days ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention Full time
Senior Ocean Modeller Wanted

We are looking for a senior ocean modeller to join our team at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton. As a key member of our research group, you will be responsible for implementing and assessing high-resolution regional models to improve the representation of deep water mass overflows between key ocean basins.

You will have a strong background in physics, mathematics or a similar numerate discipline, and direct experience of configuring, running and assessing ocean circulation models in a supercomputing environment. A PhD in a relevant field and excellent understanding of large numerical codes and modelling techniques in a UNIX environment are also essential.

The successful candidate will contribute to the CLASS programme and EU IMMERSE programme through collaboration with European NEMO modellers and have a good understanding of professional software development standards. Occasional travel to Grenoble University and the UK Met Office may be required.

We offer a competitive salary range of £38,000 - £48,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.



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