Job description
The College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for a full-time (1.00
FTE
), 12-month, fixed-term Research Associate position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Dean.
Reappointment is possible for 2 more years based on performance and availability of funds.
As part of a three-year NASA-sponsored Ocean Salinity Science Team project, the Research Associate will lead the development, testing, and analysis of a high-resolution coupled ice-ocean circulation model of the Bering Sea. The model and available satellite and in-situ observations will be used to understand seasonal and inter-annual variability of the shelf-interior ocean salinity exchange and the nature of the satellite sea surface salinity signal.
Reappointment is possible for 2 more years based on performance and availability of funds.
As part of a three-year NASA-sponsored Ocean Salinity Science Team project, the Research Associate will lead the development, testing, and analysis of a high-resolution coupled ice-ocean circulation model of the Bering Sea. The model and available satellite and in-situ observations will be used to understand seasonal and inter-annual variability of the shelf-interior ocean salinity exchange and the nature of the satellite sea surface salinity signal.
Oregon State University is a public research university set in beautiful Corvallis, Oregon, one of America’s best college towns. It is home to close to 30,000 undergraduate and 5,000 graduate students. The College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences is one of the world’s leading graduate research institutions for oceanographic, atmospheric and earth sciences, with more than 200 faculty and staff members, approximately 100 graduate students, and a wide variety of assets including an excellent computing infrastructure, state-of-the-art analytical facilities, and two research vessels.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine county. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Position Duties
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
- Top 1.4% university in the world
- More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
- 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
- 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
- 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
- 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
- 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
- 217k+ alumni worldwide
- For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine county. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
- Retirement savings paid by the university.
- A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
- Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
- Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
25% Model development and implementation.
40% Analysis of model output along with satellite and other observational products.
20% Preparation of manuscripts for publication.
10% Presentation of scientific results.
5% Professional development.
Minimum/Required Qualifications
- A PhD degree in physical oceanography, applied mathematics, physics or similar disciplines.
- Experience modeling geophysical systems (e.g., ocean, atmosphere, ice).
- Excellent quantitative analytical skills.
- A record of scientific publication.
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience with the Regional Ocean Modeling System (ROMS) or a similar community ocean model.
- Familiarity with models of sea ice dynamics and thermodynamics.
- Experience with model couplers.
- Expertise with FORTRAN, MPI, Matlab, Python and Linux.
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Travel to science meetings may be required.
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P06614UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
07/01/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
03/21/2023
Full Consideration Date
06/01/2023
Closing Date
07/01/2023
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 1, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
For additional information please contact:
Scott Durski
scott.durski@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) Curriculum Vitae; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
For additional information please contact:
Scott Durski
scott.durski@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
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