Postdoctoral Investigator - Northwest Atlantic Marine Ecosystem
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Biology Department under the supervision of Dr. Gregory Britten. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. Funding is available through December 2024 with the possibility of continuation depending on availability of funds.
The project will aim to develop and apply biophysical ecosystem models of the Northwest Atlantic marine ecosystem. The model will apply trait-based eco-physiology to parameterize planktonic growth and interspecific interactions, focusing on the Northwest Atlantic continental shelf and slope waters. The model will build from the ‘Darwin’ ecosystem model developed at MIT, including collaboration with MIT and UC Santa Cruz researchers. Scientific goals of the project include characterization of primary and secondary production, assimilation and/or validation with chemical and biological data, and targeted simulations to support regional ecosystem and fisheries management. The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of this research, including model development and scientific analyses. Initial consideration will be given to applications received before April 1, 2023, although the position will remain open until it is filled. Questions about the position are encouraged. Please reach out to Dr. Gregory Britten (gregory.britten@whoi.edu).
The institution has a top-rated postdoctoral program (www.whoi.edu/postdoctoral/) that supports a dynamic postdoctoral community with formal mentoring and career guidance programs.
Online application forms should be submitted with a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Applications will be reviewed upon submission.
Essential Functions
The main function of the position will be the design, implementation, and analysis of model ecosystem model simulations.
Education & Experience
- PhD. or equivalent experience in computational oceanography, computer science, applied math, or another relevant discipline.
- Prior experience in numerical ocean or earth system modeling.
- Experience with the Regional Ocean Modeling System (ROMS) and/or the Massachusetts Institute of Technology General Circulation Model (MITgcm) is desirable but not required.
- Understanding of physical and/or biophysical ocean processes
Special Requirements
WHOI is a federal contractor required to comply with Executive Order 14042. As such, WHOI has enacted a Mandated COVID19 vaccination policy effective December 8, 2021 where you must register your vaccination status in order to begin your employment. The registration process entails confidentially submitting a vaccination card and/or your vaccination status or requesting to engage in the interactive exemption process for either a medical or religious reason.
Physical Requirements
The position can either be based at WHOI in Woods Hole, MA, or remote. Start date is flexible and could begin immediately.
WHOI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/M/F. We encourage Veterans and those with Disabilities to apply. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process are encouraged to contact us at (508) 289-2253 or email eeo@whoi.edu for assistance.