Interdisciplinary Postdoctoral Position in Applied Mathematics and Computational Oceanography
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position, co-hosted by the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the Center for Atmosphere Ocean Sciences in the Courant Institute for Mathematical Sciences at New York University, for the purpose of conducting interdisciplinary research in applied mathematics and ocean science. This project, supported by the National Science Foundation, is supervised by Prof. Peter Kramer at Rensselaer and by Prof. Shafer Smith at the Courant Institute. The work concerns the use of mathematical and computational modeling inturbulent transport theory for the purpose of improving parameterization schemes for mesoscale turbulence in computational ocean models for climate prediction.
Candidates should have a strong background in applied mathematics and scientific computation, and specifically be capable with numerical simulations of partial differential equations. Expertise in the fields of fluid dynamics, stochastic modeling, and asymptotics would be particularly advantageous. An interest in and capacity for collaboration with both applied mathematicians and computational oceanographers is essential, though no prior experience in atmosphere-ocean science is necessary. The successful candidate will be expected to spend ample time at both institutions, working with both PIs.
Candidates must have a PhD in applied mathematics, physical oceanography, mathematics, physics, mechanical or chemical engineering, before the start date,which can be negotiated to be any time between now and summer 2008. The appointments are annual, and may be renewed for a total of two or three years, depending on performance and availability of funds. The salary and benefits are competitive. Applicants should submit: (i) a current vita with a publication list, (ii) a statement of research accomplishments and interests, and (iii) three letters ofrecommendation based on research and graduate study. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.
Please file applications online, by email to kronam@rpi.edu, or by mail to:
CMG Postdoc Search
Department of Mathematical Sciences,
110 8th Street,
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute,
Troy, NY 12180
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and New York University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers
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