Research Associate

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Department of Atmospheric & Oceanic Science (Professor Carolina Dufour)

Position Summary:

• Conducting numerical modelling research on the evolution of kinetic energy in the changing Arctic Ocean.
• Analyzing output of numerical model simulations
• Performing literature search and making recommendations

Qualifications:

• Solid experience in the analysis of output of ocean-sea ice numerical models (preferably from the NEMO model).
• Experience with calculation on High Performance Computing platforms
• Excellent oral and written communication in English

Experience and education:

• PhD degree in physical oceanography or related fields
• At least 2 years of postdoctoral research experience on polar oceanography

“Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.”

Hourly Salary:

$33.62

Hours per Week:

25 (Part time)

Location:

Burnside Hall

Supervisor:

Assistant Professor

Position Start Date:

2024-03-18

Position End Date:

2024-12-31

Deadline to Apply:

2024-03-23

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

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