Date

Multiple Positions Available

  1. University of Hamburg seeks Research Associate
    Numerical Modeling
    Hamburg, Germany

  2. University of California, LA seeks Faculty Position
    Climate and Atmospheric Dynamics
    Los Angeles, California

  3. University of Illinois seeks Assistant Professor
    Global Change Ecology
    Urbana-Champaign, Illinois

  4. UNAVCO seeks Project Manager
    Geodetic Research Support
    Boulder, Colorado

  1. University of Hamburg seeks Research Associate
    Numerical Modeling
    Hamburg, Germany

The Institute of Oceanography at the University of Hamburg seeks a
research associate with a strong background in numerical modeling. The
position will preferably run from 1 November 2011 to 30 September 2014,
and will be based in Hamburg, Germany.

The successful applicant will work with a climate research project
network of university and leading independent institutes in Hamburg. The
project is a subset of the Ice Prediction and Ice-Routing-Optimization
(IRO-2) project, entitled "Development of an ice prediction system
including remote sensing." The project will apply the existing
circulation model HAMSOM to the Barents Sea. In order to do this, HAMSOM
has to be coupled to a coarser arctic model as well as to a regional
meteorological model. Moreover, an ice module has to be implemented into
HAMSOM. The project will involve the following steps:

- Preparation and implementation of boundary values;
- Development and implementation of interfaces to couple oceanic and
meteorological model;
- Optimization of the model system;
- Realization of iterative coupling between oceanic and
meteorological model;
- Application of the model system to the IRO-2 test region; and
- Validation of results and documentation of project achievements.

Candidates should have experience in numerical modeling and a strong
background in physics, physical oceanography, or meteorology. Knowledge
of FORTRAN is required. A PhD degree in oceanography or a related
subject would be beneficial, as would experience with ice modeling
and/or the circulation model HAMSOM.

To apply, please send an application letter, curriculum vitae, degree
certificate(s), etc., to Thomas Pohlmann via email
(thomas.pohlmann [at] zmaw.de) or in hard copy:

Institute of Oceanography
University of Hamburg
Bundesstr. 53
20146 Hamburg

Selection process begins: Friday, 30 September 2011.
The position will be open until filled.

For additional information, please contact:
Thomas Pohlmann
Email: thomas.pohlmann [at] zmaw.de
Phone: +49 40 428-383-547

  1. University of California, LA seeks Faculty Position
    Climate and Atmospheric Dynamics
    Los Angeles, California

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Department of
Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences seeks applicants for a ladder faculty
(tenure-track) position in climate and atmospheric dynamics. An
appointment may be made at any level of seniority, though an assistant
professor appointment is preferred.

All applicants with research interests in climate and atmospheric
dynamics are invited to apply. The successful applicant must hold a PhD
(or equivalent) degree at the time of appointment and will be expected
to contribute to the teaching mission of the department at both the
graduate and undergraduate levels. This position will also be expected
to lead or develop a first-rate research program, where graduate and
post-graduate scholars are actively recruited, supported, and mentored.
An interest in mentoring or outreach to underrepresented groups is also
desirable. The start date is negotiable, with a target of July 2012.

Complete application packages should include a statement of teaching and
research interests, a curriculum vitae, and a list of 3-5 individuals
who are familiar with your work and can serve as a reference.
Applications postmarked prior to 31 October 2011 will receive full
consideration. Please reference job #0965-1112-01. Applications can be
sent to Alex Hall via email (alexhall [at] atmos.ucla.edu) or in hard copy:

Chair, Climate and Atmospheric Dynamics Search Committee
UCLA Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
Box 951565
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1565

For further information, please contact:
Alex Hall
Email: alexhall [at] atmos.ucla.edu

  1. University of Illinois seeks Assistant Professor
    Global Change Ecology
    Urbana-Champaign, Illinois

The School of Integrative Biology and the School of Earth, Society, and
Environment at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign seek an
ecologist who studies biogeochemical cycles at landscape to global
scales using observational, experimental, theoretical, and/or modeling
techniques. The position will be based in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois,
120 miles south of Chicago.

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. The successful candidate
will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, teach
at undergraduate and graduate levels, and collaborate with faculty to
develop research initiatives in global change ecology and earth system
science. The anticipated starting date for the position is on or about
16 August 2012.

To ensure full consideration, please create your candidate profile
online (https://jobs.illinois.edu) and upload your application letter,
curriculum vitae, summary of research and plans, teaching philosophy and
experience, and contact information for three professional references by
21 October 2011. Referees will be contacted electronically upon the
submission of the application. Applicants may be interviewed before the
closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that
date.

Closing date: 21 October 2011.

For further information, please contact:
Global Change Ecology Search Chair
Email: sib [at] life.illinois.edu

  1. UNAVCO seeks Project Manager
    Geodetic Research Support
    Boulder, Colorado

UNAVCO, a non-profit membership-governed consortium that facilitates
geoscience research and education using geodesy, seeks a dedicated
project manager to support geodetic research in Antarctica, Greenland,
Alaska, and other polar locations. The position is based in Boulder,
Colorado with several months of travel per year to field areas for
project coordination.

The successful candidate will lead project support for geodesy community
investigators funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Office of
Polar Programs (OPP) and related activities within the organization.
Position responsibilities also include contributing to proposals to
solicit funding for ongoing and new activities in a support or
co-principal investigator role, as needed; definition of the scope of
work for scientists and other stakeholders; and coordination and
successful execution of over 50 UNAVCO-supported projects each year. The
project manager supervises six engineering and technical staff members
who provide support for polar networks, field campaigns, and equipment
pools. Currently supported technologies include GPS, terrestrial laser
scanning, and meteorological instruments.

Applicants must have strong project management, technical, and people
management skills and experience, as well as understanding of UNAVCO
investigator science applications in the polar regions.

For further information or to apply, please go to:
http://achaia.unavco.org/public/careers/currentjobs.asp?view=All.