12656 - Ocean Data Assimilation Expert

CMCC Position cod. 12656
Ocean Data Assimilation Expert
Deadline: January 10th, 2025

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Institute for Earth System Prediction (IESP) is seeking a motivated Post-Doctoral Researcher or Junior Scientist to join the data assimilation team within the Regional Ocean Forecasting Systems (ROFS) division. We are looking for individuals with a strong foundation in physical and/or computational sciences and a keen interest in advancing ocean forecasting capabilities.




ABOUT US
CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.


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ROLE

The successful candidate will work at the forefront of operational oceanography, focusing on the development of advanced data assimilation and machine learning techniques. These methodologies aim to enhance ocean estimates through the integration of space-borne and in-situ observations. You will collaborate with an enthusiastic and multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers, contributing to cutting-edge innovations in regional ocean forecasting. The successful candidate will be part of the data assimilation team in the ROFS division at CMCC that develops and maintains the data assimilation component of the Copernicus Marine Service Mediterranean Sea and Black Sea Analysis & Forecast and Reanalysis Systems.




RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzing Mediterranean and Black Sea observational products
• Exploring methodologies to integrate them in ocean models
• Developing techniques and tools to ingest them in the regional systems maintained by ROFS.
• Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.

• A Ph.D in Physics, Geophysics, Applied Mathematics, or related scientific disciplines with a research background.
• Experience in numerical modeling and/or data assimilation and/or machine learning.
• Strong programming skills (Python and Fortran preferably)
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux operating systems and scripting languages (e.g., bash
• Excellent communication skills and a track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

• Knowledge of NEMO ocean circulation model.
• Experience of variational ocean data assimilation
• Code development using version controlling systems (e.g., git).
• Experience in high performance computers (HPC)

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