Assistant Scientist

University of Miami • Miami, FL

12h

About The Position

The Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS) at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Assistant Scientist to support the Understanding Gulf Ocean Systems (UGOS) Consortium. The selected candidate will contribute to research at the intersection of oceanography and fisheries, with a focus on larval dispersal, recruitment, and connectivity in the Gulf of Mexico. The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida. With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in physical oceanography or related field
• At least 1 year of relevant postdoctoral experience
• Strong background in oceanographic modeling, statistical analysis, and data interpretation
• Demonstrated programming experience including MATLAB, R and Fortran, along with experience with High Performing Computing (HPC) environments.
• Peer-reviewed publication record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Interpret and statistically analyze complex biological and oceanographic datasets
• Develop and test hypotheses related to physical-biological interactions and recruitment variability
• Conduct simulations using coupled physical-biological models for larval dispersal
• Collaborate with academic and federal researchers across the UGOS Consortium
• Present research at scientific meetings and publish in peer-reviewed journals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree