Job Summary
CLOSING DATE: March 15, 2024, or until filled. Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first).
Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (CIMAR), University of Hawai’i Sea Level Center (UHSLC), located in Honolulu, Hawai’i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $5,500 – $6,250/Mon.
DUTIES: Works in collaboration with the UHSLC Director and Associate Director to understand the mechanisms, predictability, and impacts of sea-level variability. Specific projects may include assessing state-of-the-art climate model analyses and forecasts; analyzing in-situ and satellite observations of sea levels, and weather or climate conditions; and performing statistical analysis and projections of water level extremes.
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: PhD from an accredited college or university in Physical Oceanography, Climate, Atmospheric or related physical sciences or in the Computing Sciences.
EXPERIENCE: Up to three (0-3) years of postdoctoral experience performing oceanographic or climate research involving data analysis or modeling, including experience working with large data sets in a research capacity, or computer science research involving data analysis or modeling using machine and deep learning methods.
KNOWLEDGE: Extensive programming knowledge in at least one scientific programming/scripting language (e.g., MATLAB, Python). Proficiency in the command-line environment of UNIX-based operating systems. Working knowledge of the application of mathematics and statistics for data analysis and modeling. Working knowledge of common data formats (NetCDF, CSV, XML, JSON, etc.) and methods of data exchange (FTP, OPeNDAP, Globus, etc.).
ABILITIES & SKILLS: Demonstrated skill in analyzing large datasets from observational or modeling products to diagnose oceanic or atmospheric variability processes is required, along with experience communicating scientific results via publications and presentations.
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i’s and/or business entity’s policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH’s, UH’s, or business entity’s policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).
SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess keen interest in exploring new research topics, and applying results to develop useful products. Familiarity with any of the following is preferred: coupled general circulation models (e.g., those used for making climate analyses and forecasts); satellite and tide gauge observations of sea levels; using AI to advance scientific research (e.g., applying neural networks to solve forecasting problems or large-language models to improve project workflows).
INQUIRIES: Nicole Wakazuru-Yoza 808-956-5018 (Oahu).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com and click on “Job Postings.” You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Supervisory References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/document-library/3-000/benefits/rcuh-benefits-at-a-glance/ for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.
RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University of Hawai‘i.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
