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Position: Two open tenure- track faculty positions The Department of Oceanography, School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology, University of Hawai`i at Manoa, invites applications for two full time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty positions. Areas of interest include (a) plankton ecology with a focus on phytoplankton ecology, primary production and/or bio-optics, and (b) modeling the biology, ecology and/or geochemistry of the ocean particularly with an interdisciplinary approach and relevance to the global scale. Appointment is expected to be at the Assistant Professor level, although candidates with suitable qualifications may be considered for appointment at the Associate level. The successful candidates will be expected to develop and sustain outstanding oceanographic research programs and contribute to the department?s educational mission (including classroom instruction) at both the graduate and undergraduate level. The latter will include teaching in the Department?s Global Environmental Science Program. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in oceanography or other relevant discipline received no later than January 1, 2012; excellent communication skills; demonstrated capability for creative, high quality research; and the demonstrated capability/experience and desire to contribute to teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students. At the associate professor level, the minimum qualifications are as stated above, with four years of experience at the rank of assistant professor. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, three representative publications, and the names and contact information for at least three references. Informal inquiries should be directed to the Department Chair via kongk@hawaii.edu. More information about the Department can be found at www.soest.hawaii.edu/oceanography.
Submit application to: Electronic submissions are preferred. Review of applications will begin on January 6, 2012. The University of Hawai`i is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution
Position: 2-year post-Doctoral position (OSS2015 project) A 2-year post-doctoral position is proposed (with a start as soon as possible in 2012) at the "Laboratoired’Océanologieet de Géosciences", LOG, within the Physical oceanography, transport, and remote sensing” group (see log.univ-littoral.fr/oceano).The research activities performed during these two years will also be carried out in close collaboration with the Marine optics and remote sensing group (see www.obs-vlfr.fr/LOV/OMT ) of the Laboratoired’Océanographie de Villefranche, LOV (especially with David Antoine, and Hervé Claustre). Short-term visits at LOV are therefore planed in the frame of this collaboration. The proposed position is developed within the OSS2015 project (European FP7 project) which aims at R&D activities for the development of new and innovative marine biogeochemistry products and services not currently available through MyOcean, the precursor service of the operational forecast and analysis component of the European Marine Core Service (MCS). The OSS2015 products and services will be derived from a combination of satellite and in-situ data as well as biological and biooptical models. Usage of these new capabilities will be promoted among a wide range of users in the scientific, institutional and private sectors. The specific objectives of the research activity are to provide global maps of optical and biogeochemical products (particles size index, phytoplankton groups, inherent optical properties, particulate organic carbon, net primary production), with associated errors (on a pixel by pixel basis), from existing and improved ocean color algorithms. Based on these global maps, specific analyses will then be performed. Candidates should be suitably qualified (Phd level) in earth science remote sensing. Knowledge in marine optics and ocean color remote sensing would be greatly appreciated. Knowledge of the linux environment is essential; knowledge in C or similar language is recommended, experience in IDL or similar languages is also appreciated. Full CVs accompanied by the appropriate covering letter and names and e-mails of references, as well as requests for additional information, are to be sent to Hubert Loisel (Hubert.loisel@univ-littoral.fr) and David Antoine (antoine@obs-vlfr.fr).
Position: Research Scientist Positions The State Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Research (SKLEC) at East China Normal University (ECNU), Shanghai, China, is seeking for 20~30 researchers in various levels, in which 10 for professor level, 5~10 for associate professor level and 5~10 for assistant professor level (equivalent to lecturer). SKLEC, established in 1989, is co-sponsored by Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) of China and East China Normal University (ECNU). It is the only state key lab in China that specialized in estuarine and coastal studies and applications. Aiming at land and sea interaction and its environmental effects in estuary and coast areas, SKLEC focuses mainly on the following research directions: (1) Estuarine and coastal sedimentary dynamics and dynamic geomorphology; (2) Biogeochemical process in estuary, coast and offshore; (3) Estuarine and coastal water environment and wetland eco-systems; (4) Sustainable use of estuarine and coastal resources; (5) Impact on estuary, coast and offshore due to global change and the strategic measures. In addition, the laboratory is developing its research capacity in marine sciences. Applicant should own a PhD and should have research experiences in any of the following fields: physical oceanography, marine chemistry, marine biology, marine geology, physical geography, ecology, environmental science, environmental engineering, port coast and off-shore engineering, hydraulics and river dynamics, hydrology and water resources, cartography and GIS, coastal zone and ocean remote sensing, ICZM, and so on.
Researchers who are interested in working in SKLEC, Shanghai, China,
please send your CVs and cover letters with three references to the
contact person provided below: Please copy to: Prof Dr Zhou Yunxuan (zhouyx@sklec.ecnu.edu.cn)
Position: Post-doctoral Fellowships and Research Scientist Positions The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) at Colorado State University seeks to fill Postdoctoral Fellowships and/or Research Scientist positions for its collaborative research as a Joint Institute with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Information Services (NESDIS) in Camp Springs, Maryland (all offices will be in Camp Springs). The ocean color research group within the Satellite Oceanography and Climatology Division (SOCD) of the Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR) of NOAA/NESDIS seeks to develop improved ocean color products from the current and future ocean color satellite sensors including SeaWiFS, MODIS, and VIIRS (on NPP and JPSS), as well as sensors from other countries, e.g., MERIS, OCM, GOCI, OLCI, SGLI, etc. The ocean color research group is currently focusing on (1) understanding, evaluation, and refining VIIRS ocean color data processing system, (2) ocean color sensor (e.g., VIIRS) calibration and characterization, (3) development and improvement of satellite retrieval algorithms in the coastal regions, (4) implementing and transition research algorithms to the NOAA operational data system, and (5) various ocean color data applications in the inland and coastal waters. Concurrently, the NOAA National Calibration Center (NCC) of the NESDIS/STAR seeks to develop improved satellite calibration from the past, current and future satellite optical sensors including HIRS, AVHRR, MODIS, VIIRS, and GOES-R, as well as sensor on satellites from other countries, such as MetOp, and FY-series. One particular area of research focuses upon (1) reanalysis of the calibration of NOAA heritage sensors such as HIRS and AVHRR; (2) development of recalibration algorithms and software to improve the calibration consistency between satellites; (3) development of long-term calibration time series that can meet the climate change detection requirements; (4) support for users in developing long-term climate data records such as cloud, total precipitable water, and upper tropospheric humidity time series by resolving calibration inconsistencies. Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2012 and may continue until the positions are filled. For complete position description and qualification requirements of each open position, please visit the CIRA Employment Opportunities website at: www.cira.colostate.edu/personnel/employment_opportunities.
Position: Post-Doctoral Grant The Joint Research Centre has an open call for grant-holders, with details and conditions posted at: ies.jrc.ec.europa.eu/call-for-grantholders. The list of grants includes one for a post-doctoral student to research Optical Remote Sensing of the Extreme in European & African Seas, under List of Available Positions for CAT. 30, H03 Global Environment Monitoring Unit, IES-2011-30154. The Systematic Observations of Land and Ocean (SOLO) Action is actively involved in the production and analysis of Earth sciences products derived from optical remote sensing. For the oceans, this relies on radiative transfer (optical) modeling, the development of algorithms, as well as validation with field measurements. In the context of the project, the objective is to address conditions considered as ‘extreme’ from the optical point of view in ocean color (optical) remote sensing imagery. This will first consider revisiting cloud-masking procedures, and developing bio-optical approaches specifically suited to conditions of intense algal blooms or waters heavily loaded in sediments. Then, results should be analyzed in the context of environmental conditions and climate variations for specific regions in the European and African seas. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a topic related to oceanography and/or Earth science remote sensing (or a University degree and 5 years of research experience after the university degree giving access to doctoral studies). Experience in the field of ocean color remote sensing, atmospheric correction, and/or bio-optical modeling are much recommended. Knowledge of the linux environment is essential; knowledge in IDL or similar languages is recommended; experience in C is also appreciated. See the Call for Interest for further details and information on how to apply.
Position: Three Principal Investigator Positions Bigelow Laboratory invites applications for three Principal Investigator positions associated with the three centers of research in the Laboratory’s new 60,000 ft2 Ocean Science and Education Campus. The targeted research areas for these positions are: 1) Blue Biotechnology (e.g. marine natural products chemistry/molecular biology, algal biomass, biofuels, marine phycology/mycology); 2) Ocean Biogeochemistry and Climate Change (e.g. modeling, ocean observing, nitrogen or carbon biogeochemistry, paleobiology, biology of the cryosphere, stable isotope biogeochemistry), and 3) Ocean Health (e.g. systems microbiology, benthic ecology, coastal impacts, photophysiology, chemical ecology, environmental chemistry). Cross-cutting themes for these positions include human impacts, focus on the foundations of the marine food web, and climate change. Minimum requirements are a Ph.D. with two years of postdoctoral experience and the capability to acquire external funding and lead scientific programs. Bigelow Laboratory is a primarily soft money institution with the expectation that the PI will generate external funding and be involved in the Laboratory’s institutionally-funded teaching and technology transfer activities. Salary and start-up packages are negotiable. The Laboratory provides generous medical/retirement benefits. For more information and application details, see our Web Site: www.bigelow.org/news/position_openings/3-srs-positions/ referring to Job # SRS-2012-1. For full consideration, the application should be received by 28 November 2011. The search will continue until the positions are filled but the goal is to have these positions filled by summer 2012. Bigelow Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position: Research Specialist (postdoctoral-level position) in oceanography Job Description: A position as an Assistant Specialist III (recent PhD) is available in the Earth Research Institute within the Maritorena/Siegel Research group at the University of California, Santa Barbara. The successful candidate will work on the NASA Measures ocean color project at UCSB (http://wiki.icess.ucsb.edu/measures). We are looking for someone to analyze and validate global, advanced, satellite ocean color products (e.g. IOPs, PSD, PFT, merged products) and/or to develop and implement new bio-optical models to understand ocean color variability in the UV spectral region including phytoplankton fluorescence. The candidate must have a PhD in oceanography or related discipline, a working knowledge of ocean optics, experience in the analysis satellite ocean color data sets, a strong publication record, and the desire to work on highly interdisciplinary problems. The Specialist series is a research position that carries with it the expectation that the candidate will bring to a project special skills, experience, and knowledge. The candidate will be responsible for carrying out his/her own research and coordinating critical team activities. He/she must be able to work independently in the field, including in potentially remote study areas. The position is full time and offers a salary of $45,732 per year and full benefits. The initial appointment is for one year beginning November 15, 2011, continuation beyond one year will be based on performance and availability of funds. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. Applications will be reviewed starting on December 1, 2011. The position will remain open until filled. Please send a cover letter describing your research interests and experience, curriculum vitae, names of three referees including names, email addresses, and telephone numbers, and representative publications to: recruit@eri.ucsb.edu, please include code Ocean Color in the subject line of the email. An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
Position: Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Hydrodynamic Modeling Job Description: The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at National University of Singapore invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow position in the area of hydrodynamic modeling. The successful candidate will be involved in the development and implementation of a regional coastal inundation coupled model, which will be employed to study three-dimensional aspects of storm surge dynamics. Applicants must have a Ph.D in Civil, Environmental or Coastal Engineering, Physical Oceanography or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will have experience in three-dimensional unstructured-grid modeling (SUNTANS, UnTRIM, FVCOM), unstructured mesh generation, solid programming skills in C and be comfortable with working in a parallel computing environment. The candidate will function as a lead researcher in the regional coastal inundation project, and be expected to present scientific methods and findings in publications and conferences. The appointment will be for 24 months, with additional funding available upon satisfactory performance. The remuneration and benefits are internationally competitive, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Leave and medical benefits will be provided. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. To apply, please send the following via email to Dr. Vivien Chua at ceecpwv@nus.edu.sg
Position: Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Areas of interest include (a) plankton ecology with a focus on phytoplankton ecology, primary production and/or bio-optics, and (b) modeling the biology, ecology and/or geochemistry of the ocean particularly with an interdisciplinary approach and relevance to the global scale. Appointment is expected to be at the Assistant Professor level, although candidates with suitable qualifications may be considered for appointment at the Associate level. The successful candidates will be expected to develop and sustain outstanding oceanographic research programs and contribute to the department’s educational mission (including classroom instruction) at both the graduate and undergraduate level. The latter will include teaching in the Department’s Global Environmental Science Program. Click here for more information and how to apply. (Adobe PDF)
Position: Research engineer, Department of Systems Ecology Work Description:The research engineer will be employed within the project ‘Strategic partnership for improved basin-scale Water quality parameter retrieval from optical Signatures” (WaterS). This project is externally financed within the EU-FP7-program ‘PEOPLEMARIE CURIE ACTIONS’ in which the marine remote sensing group at the Department of Systems Ecology is one of the Swedish partners. The future employee will be closely working within the WaterS team and the ESA MERIS validation team. Job Description:
Grounds for assessment Applications will be judged particularly on the following grounds of scientific proficiency. Proven practical skills and documented scientific experience in marine remote sensing (SeaWiFS, MODIS and MERIS data), atmospheric correction and biooptics of coastal waters. Moreover, experience with and validation of radiative transfer theory models, atmospheric models and their application to sea water and the atmosphere are a clear merit. Experience with calibration and validation of radiometers. Experience of analysis and collection of atmospheric and in situ measurements, preferably with the CIMEL spectrophotometer and IOP measurements (AC9). Experience of data analysis of radiometers and analysis of marine remote sensing data, such as BEAM, ODESA and SeaDAS. Adequate programming skills and experience with the development of new algorithms. Since the post will require participation in field trips and on board ships, the researcher should have experience of working at sea and a valid driver's license. A high standard of oral and written English is an absolute requirement. Terms of employment This is a full time position for a maximum of one year. The start date is 1 Jan 2012. Stockholm University strives to be a work place that is free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. Application The application shall be written in Swedish or English and include:
Stockholm University, Registrator/PÄ, 106 91 STOCKHOLM Or by email to: registrator@su.se. Electronic applications should be in Word or pdf format. NOTE! State the reference number SU 618-2570-11.
Position: Research Oceanographer Positions Job Description: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) invites applications for two full-time, permanent positions to be filled in the Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR), part of NOAA's National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service. The positions will be filled at the ZP-4 level, equivalent to the GS-13/14 grades. The positions will initially be based in Camp Springs, MD, relocating to College Park, MD by Fall 2012. As Research Oceanographers within STAR, the successful applicants will conduct satellite oceanographic research, and develop, validate, maintain and support satellite algorithms and derived oceanographic data, products, applications and services in support of the NOAA mission. Highly motivated candidates are sought who will serve as leaders in their field; a Ph.D. is highly desired (but not required). Candidates should have specialized experience in oceanographic observations (emphasis on satellite remote sensing), research and development, and applications, in one or more of the following: ocean biology and biogeochemistry (ocean color radiometry, in situ observations, bio-optical modeling), ocean heat content/sea level rise (altimetry, gravity missions and in situ observations), ocean surface vector winds (scatterometry), sea surface roughness (synthetic aperture radar), sea surface temperature (thermal/microwave). For detailed vacancy announcement, including specific qualification requirements and application procedures go to: www.usajobs.gov/; refer to: Job Announcement Number: NSDIS-STAR-2011-0002. Applicants must be United States Citizens to apply. The open period for these vacancies will begin on or about September 15, 2011, remaining open for 14 days. NOAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position: 10 PhD positions Job Description: The Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Remote Sensing of Canada’s New Arctic Frontier, based at Université Laval in Québec City, Canada, will provide many scholarships for PhD studies under the supervision of professors associated with the program. Major changes are taking place in the Arctic Ocean. The summer sea-ice cover has decreased by more than 30% over the last three decades, which allows much more sunlight to penetrate into the ocean surface layer. Combined with an increase in seawater temperature two times larger than that global scale, an increase in freshwater runoff from major Arctic rivers, and an increase in UV radiation, this should deeply modify marine biotopes. Phytoplankton, which form the basis of the marine food chain, is at the forefront of living organisms that are impacted by these changes. The research projects currently available for funding include:
Position: PhD position Job Description: The survival of juvenile fish, and therefore the abundance of fish year-classes, depends on prey availability during early development. Prey abundance in turn is related to abundance of phytoplankton, which in the Strait of Georgia, BC, Canada, reaches its maximum during the spring bloom. Therefore, a relationship has been hypothesized between the timing of the spring bloom and abundance of different species of salmon. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has observed this relationship through analysis of yearly juvenile Pacific salmon surveys in British Columbia coastal waters. Given the large area and the complex waters of the Strait, the present schedule of DFO cruises may not be effective in capturing the spatial and temporal scale of blooms for the purposes of fisheries management. The general goal of the project is to develop an operational method to retrieve accurate water surface chlorophyll distribution from ocean colour satellite imagery as a tool to aid in defining the fish stocks status and the environmental factors that may affect them. This is an interdisciplinary project that combines expertise in fisheries management, remote sensing and water optics, biological and physical oceanography. It is part of a 3-years funded project in British Columbia in collaboration between UVic, UBC, DFO-PBS/ IOS and the private sector. The graduate student will work on (i) in situ sampling for quantification of optical variability of the Strait; (ii) improve standard atmospheric calibration models for ocean colour sensors SeaWiFS, MODIS, and MERIS; (iii) development, calibration, and validation of satellite reflectance-based models to derive chlorophyll maps; (iv) quantification of the timing of initiation, duration, amplitude, and spatial distribution of phytoplankton blooms. Qualifications: A M.Sc. degree in science and a keen interest in environmental monitoring, methods development, remote sensing, water optics, and field and laboratory bases studies. Oral and written English at academic level is required. We particular welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate experience with water optical modeling, ocean colour remote sensing. Position starts in January or September 2012. Contacts: Maycira Costa (maycira@uvic.ca)
Position: Code 7230 Branch Head Job Description: The Remote Sensing Division of the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C., is seeking applicants for a research leadership position as Head of the Coastal and Ocean Remote Sensing Branch. The Branch conducts a broad spectrum of basic and applied research centered on environmental remote sensing of the littoral zone (both land and in-water). Current Branch research programs include all aspects of littoral remote sensing including instrument design and fabrication, instrument calibration, conducting field experiments, both land and in-water in situ instrumentation for data validation and spectral library development, atmospheric correction algorithm development, data exploitation and analysis algorithm development, and hydrodynamics research to understand, interpret, and exploit remote sensing signatures. Key facilities include the Hyperspectral Imager for the Coastal Ocean (HICO), currently operational on-board the International Space Station, an airborne sensor suite including VNIR and SWIR hyperspectral sensors, and thermal cameras, NIST traceable VNIR and IR calibration facilities, and an instrumented wave tank facility. The Branch Head is responsible for the formulation of the scientific goals of the Branch, and works in collaboration with the Section Heads and other senior Branch members to conceive, plan, implement, and adjust short-term and long-range research goals of the program projects. The projects frequently entail collaboration with other parts of NRL, particularly the Oceanography Division, and with external agencies and national and international research organizations. He/she is also encouraged to maintain an independent research program. The Branch Head is responsible for assuring that the Branch research programs are adequately represented at national and international meetings, conferences and committees in order to further the exchange of ideas and advances in the field and to nurture fruitful collaborations. The Branch Head is also responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the effective administration of the Branch Programs, ensuring the modification and construction of new facilities as required, and assisting the recruitment of post-docs and scientists. The Branch consists of approximately 25 primarily PhD level scientists and engineers divided into four Sections, each with a Section Head reporting to the Branch Head. The Branch Head administers an annual budget of ~$10M with the assistance of a Branch Secretary and additional budgeting and administrative support from the Division level. This position offers the opportunity to lead and define a littoral remote sensing program at a major national Laboratory. The successful candidate will preferably have a Ph.D. in oceanography with background and expertise, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications, representations on panels, history of successful proposal writing, etc., in littoral environmental research with an emphasis on optical oceanography. Demonstrated experience in leading scientific programs and in personnel management is also strongly preferred, and familiarity with Naval METOC requirements would be an important advantage. This federal government position is at the NP-IV level, which is equivalent to GS 14-15, with a salary range from $103,536 to $155,000 per annum, which includes the Washington D.C. area locality adjustment. Interested parties should transmit via e-mail a cover letter describing their interest in the position and a CV to Dr. Davidson Chen, NRL Remote Sensing Division Associate Superintendent and Head of the search committee [Davidson.chen@nrl.navy.mil; telephone (202) 404-8127]. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. The Naval Research Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position: PhD position Job Description: This PhD position will focus on the research of Eutrophic lakes using optical remote sensing techniques. Satellite images of lakes reveal patterns that are related to the water composition. These images can be translated into spatial quantitative estimates of:
The PhD researcher will be based in Wageningen (the Netherlands) at Water Insight during the first year. The work will be performed in close contact with researchers from the Institute of Environmental Studies of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Dr. M. Eleveld, Prof. P. Verburg and Prof. J. Vermaat). During the first year the lake IJssel will be studied. In the next 2 years, a large portion of time will be spent in Tartu Observatory (Estonia) to analyze Lake Peipsi data in cooperation with Dr. A. Reinard. The final year will be spent in the Netherlands at Water Insight and IVM. The researcher will participate in a growing international network with researchers from amongst others Estonia, Sweden, Finland and Germany. For this position we are looking for a highly motivated young researcher who is self supporting and a team player. The candidate should have a background in (aquatic) ecological sciences, physics or chemistry. Experience in water optics would be an advantage. Some experience in programming languages such as Matlab or R would also be advantageous. The candidate must have the flexibility to work and live alternatively in the Netherlands and in Estonia, and should have a fair working knowledge of the English Language. Closing date of the vacancy is 10 June 2011. The PhD position will start as soon as possible. Further information can be requested from Dr. Steef Peters via: info@waterinsight.nl. Additional information:
Position: Oceanographer/Programmer Job Description: Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI), a woman-owned business providing scientific, engineering and IT support services, seeks an experienced oceanographer/programmer to join our Calibration and Validation Team in support of the Ocean Biology Processing Group activities at the NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center. This position is responsible for:
SSAI is a EOE-Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position: Software Engineer in support of Global Modeling and Assimilation Job Description: SAIC seeks to hire an experienced Software Engineer to support the Ocean Biology Processing Group at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center as part of the SeaDAS (SeaWiFS Data Analysis System) programming team. The successful candidate will perform the following tasks:
Submittal process: Go directly to job posting on saic.com. Contact information: Todd Hall (Todd.a.hall@saic.com)
Position: Remote Sensing Analysts (2 posts)
Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) is a dynamic, highly innovative, independent and impartial provider of scientific research and advice on the marine environment. PML is looking to appoint two enthusiastic and highly motivated technical analysts to work on three key remote sensing projects: the ESA funded Ocean Colour Climate Change Initiative (OC-CCI) to improve the error characteristics of global ocean colour data for use in climate studies and oceanographic research; the NERC Earth Observation Data Acquisition and Analysis Service (NEODAAS) to provide remote sensing data in support of UK environmental research primarily in the marine area; and the EC funded Europe Africa Marine EO Network (EAMNet) that is providing EO data over Africa via the web and novel Digital Video Broadcast technology. If successful you will undertake remote sensing data processing and analysis with NEODAAS users (post 1) or with OC-CCI and EAMNet colleagues (post 2). The work ranges from large scale (100s TB) computation through to implementation of experimental algorithms for processing satellite data. The posts will also assist with development and maintenance of the automated data processing systems; assist with remote sensing research; assist with maintenance and development of the group data dissemination tools; and develop software in a Linux environment in a variety of languages appropriate to application, e.g. Python, Java, C, Perl, PHP, Unix scripts. You will have a degree, or equivalent level experience, in a numerate or computer based discipline with good experience and skills in computer programming in Python, C, C++, IDL, Java or Perl preferably in a Linux environment. Experience in image processing or remote sensing would be valuable. Both appointments are full time, permanent positions. The application deadline is 1200hrs on 18 April 2011 Interviews will be held on Monday 16th May 2011, to start as soon as possible. For additional information and an application form, please contact: Mrs E Matthews, Human Resources Group, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, Prospect Place, Plymouth, PL1 3DH, UK T: +44 (0)1752 633100 E: vacancies@pml.ac.uk, Quoting reference number: PML35611
Position: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer
The Department of Physics seeks a lecturer or senior lecturer to join our existing Environmental Optics research group. You will have a PhD in the physical or mathematical sciences with an outstanding track record of research in applied optics and a growing international reputation. Practical experience in the fields of oceanographic optics, radiative transfer modelling or marine remote sensing would be advantageous. You will be fully involved in teaching, and will develop and lead your own independent programmes of research. This post is supported by the Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland (MASTS) as part of the Platforms and Sensors research theme, and will require strong engagement in collaborative research with other MASTS partners. For an application pack visit http://vacancies.strath.ac.uk or contact Human Resources, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow G1 1XQ, UK. Tel. 0141 553 4133, quoting ref: JA/19/2010. Closing date: 31 March 2011 Salary: £32,751 to £52,556
Position: PhD in marine optics, remote sensing, and turbulence
The objective of this PhD research is to understand the processes responsible for the high spatial and temporal variability of optical properties in coastal waters. We will particularly focus on the coupling between turbulence and biological processes. The main objective is to identify the scales corresponding to a dominance of physics or biology in the spatial repartition of optically significant material (phytoplankton, mineral particles, colored dissolved organic matter, etc.). The heterogeneity of oceanic scalars (particles, phytoplankton, temperature, etc) under turbulence influence will be considered at many different scales. This study will be performed from both field experiments and satellite observations. For that purpose we will consider satellite observations with high spatial resolution (250m with MERIS and MODIS) and temporal resolution (GOCI). We will use multiscale approaches (spectra, 2D structure functions) to characterize scalar fluctuations under turbulence influence (passive scalars, active scalars) for different physical forcing.
Web links: Qualifications: M.Sc. in marine science/oceanography and a keen interest in physical oceanography, optics, remote sensing and field and laboratory based studies. Please contact with CV and a Statement of Interest before 20 March, 2011.
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