Posting number: 9956316
Department: University of South Carolina
Job classification: Post Doctoral Fellow
Posting type: Open
Categories: Research
Post Doctoral Fellow Department: CAS School of Earth, Ocean and, Environment Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Advertised Job Summary Dive into cutting-edge ocean and climate research with the University of South Carolina's School of the Earth, Ocean and Environment (SEOE)! We are seeking a motivated and innovative Postdoctoral Fellowto advance computational research in ocean dynamics, coastal circulation, ocean–ecosystem interactions, and regional climate downscaling. The successful candidate will develop and analyze high-resolution regional ocean simulations, conduct numerical experiments, and evaluate physical and biogeochemical model outputs using observational and reanalysis datasets. Working alongside faculty and interdisciplinary researchers, the Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to exciting scientific discoveries through collaborative research, peer-reviewed publications, project reports, and professional conference presentations. The position also offers opportunities to participate in the development of external research grant proposals, expand computational modeling expertise, and contribute to advancing our understanding of ocean and coastal systems.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Fluency in Fortran, Python, and/or Matlab - Demonstrated record of independently led research
Preferred Qualifications - Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in Oceanography/Marine Science/ Environmental Fluid Dynamics - Expertise in physical oceanography and ocean biogeochemistry. - Experience working with output from ocean circulation models such as ROMS, MOM6, or similar models. - Ability to independently process, analyze, visualize, and interpret large NetCDF datasets, including terabyte-scale model output. - Experience evaluating ocean-model output and developing diagnostics related to circulation, water masses, mixing, or coastal processes.
Job Close Date 12/24/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of thirty (30) business days on our job website. After thirty (30) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by December 24, 2026. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9956316 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. je-6234f7ec1ba443fbacfbfd6a14f89c02
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