Ocean Surface Topography and Eddy Dynamics Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Overview
Organization: Applied Physics Lab
Title: Ocean Surface Topography and Eddy Dynamics Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Details
Position Description
The Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington (APL-UW) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in physical oceanography as part of a NASA-funded project investigating the dynamics of mesoscale ocean eddies as observed by a series of satellite altimeters. Specifically, the postdoctoral investigator will be working with along-track observations to test hypotheses regarding eddy generation, maintenance, and shape. The researcher will work directly with the Principal Investigators of this project (Peter Gaube of APL–UW, Jeffrey Early of NorthWest Research Associates, and Jonathan Lilly of the Planetary Science Institute). The specifics of the research project will be designed together by the postdoc and the Principal Investigators.
In addition to disseminating results at major conferences and in peer-reviewed journals, postdocs are encouraged and mentored in writing grant proposals. A notable feature of APL postdoc positions is the ability to submit grant proposals as PIs under supervision, with the goal of establishing an independent research program and career path.
The postdoc will be based at the University of Washington – Seattle Campus with the possibility for hybrid telework arrangement. The start date is expected within calendar year 2023 and the duration of appointment is 2 years (24 months).
Salary range: The salary range for this position will be $5,460 to $6,000 per month ($65,520 - $72,000 annual salary), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Qualifications
We strive to promote greater diversity among applicants than is currently found in our field, and we strongly encourage applications from all groups that are underrepresented in the Geosciences. The position is open to capable doctoral recipients in research fields including oceanography, earth sciences, physics, applied math and many other related fields; degrees not in the list above will also be considered. Candidates must have completed the Ph.D. degree requirements within 1 year of the start date.
Candidates should have experience in analyzing observations and/or model data in addition to expertise in geophysical fluid dynamics. Demonstrated experience with Python, Matlab, or other programming languages is a prerequisite for this position. Ability to communicate scientific results to both broad and expert audiences, orally and in writing, is indispensable to both this position and any subsequent appointments at APL-UW.
University of Washington postdoctoral scholar appointments are for a temporary, defined period not to exceed five years/60 months, including any previous postdoctoral experiences.
Instructions
Each applicant will be expected to submit:
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A CV including demonstrated scholarly output (e.g., list of publications, presentations, public datasets or code)
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Cover letter to include current interest and how it aligns with the goals of this project.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact the UW's Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450, or 206-543-6452 (TTY), or dso@uw.edu.
Please contact Dr. Peter Gaube (pgaube@uw.edu) for any questions about the position.
ABOUT APL
The Applied Physics Laboratory is a research unit at the University of Washington. Our research expertise is in ocean physics and engineering, ocean and medical acoustics, polar science, environmental remote sensing, and signal processing. We conduct research and development that is sponsored by a variety of federal and state agencies and take great pride in our long-standing status as a US Navy-designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). Our work takes place not only on the University of Washington campus and medical centers, but in field locations around the world – at sea, in the air, and on polar ice caps. We apply rigorous scientific inquiry and engineering excellence in pursuit of solutions to important problems for the good of our region, nation, and world.
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Commitment to Diversity
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Disability Services
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.