Research Scientist Water-mass Formation Mechanisms

Research Scientist Water-mass Formation Mechanisms

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Research Scientist Water-mass Formation Mechanisms.

Position Details
Location	John C. Stennis Space Center 1020 Balch Blvd Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, 39529 United States
Division	Marine Science
Position Type	Staff
Employment Status	Full Time
Grant Funded	Yes
Posting Close Date	5 days after posted

Job Summary 
Works closely with the USM Marine Science faculty on coastal and ocean engineering research. Works on a research project investigating the physical mechanisms causing water-mass evolution and deep-water formation in the Northern Atlantic and Artic region through numerical modeling and data analysis. Assists in managing various research activities in the group.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

Conducts original research in the field of numerical modeling and oceanography.

Studies the occurrence of convection in the Irminger and Iceland Basins and perform experiments to try and model it.

Publishes interdisciplinary articles in scientific journals that report on the results of collaborative research effort.

Presents the results of original research at regional, national and/or international scientific conferences, workshops and meetings.

Participates in project meetings, collaborates with the project team members.

Contributes to work on future funding opportunities and performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  
Ph.D. in Coastal and Ocean Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, or closely related discipline. Related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis. The candidate needs to have at least 5 years of experience in ocean dynamics and numerical modeling.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
 

• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python, and Fortran.
• Proficiency in basic Linux scripting.
• Skill in Microsoft Word and Power Point software packages.
  

Preferred Qualifications  
Experience with running numerical models. Experience with processing, analyzing, and comparing ocean observations and model data.  Experience working in a Linux environment and running batch jobs on High Performance Computing (HPC) machines.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others.  USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.