Careers

Careers at AOML

AOML is a global leader in atmospheric, ocean, and coastal research.

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At AOML, we pride ourselves on developing a workforce that celebrates diversity and inclusion, encourages exploration in research, and  encourages the career growth and mentorship. View our open positions on this page with links to apply at USA jobs, or learn more about AOML as an organization.

AOML engineer and two CARICOOS members work on a glider during a training in Puerto Rico

Federal Positions

Research Oceanographer,  OAR AOML-24-12378146-DE

The Physical Oceanography Division of NOAA’s Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) in Miami, FL is looking to hire 1–2 early to mid-career (ZP-1360-3/4) Research Oceanographers with expertise in analyzing hydrographic profiles, Lagrangian data, or other oceanographic data, to lead efforts such as GO-SHIP CTD, Argo, and/or floating particle tracking and forecasting research.

As a Research Oceanographer, you will perform the following duties:

  • Develop, produce and lead the delivery of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)-oriented products to communicate analyzed oceanographic data. Develop models to provide written and oral assessment, forecast, predictive, and projection information on ocean water properties and phenomena to technical and non- technical audiences.
  • Coordinate research studies and developmental projects designed to capitalize on or incorporate the benefits of current or new science and technology and apply new data collection and analysis techniques and experience to solve complex NOAA-oriented operational challenges. Ensure accuracy of information by conducting reviews and tests of information.
  • Review project/program milestones and budgets from planning through design, operation and implementation; coordinate project/program operations and schedules workforce activities; and communicate to supervisor and leadership of progress and achievements. Provide an authoritative source of technical guidance to a team of science and science support personnel and associates to accomplish projects.

The announcement will be open for 14 days; it opens on 04/11/24 and closes on 04/25/24.
Read more and apply at USA Jobs.

This position is also announced under vacancy number OAR AOML-24-12378145-ST, which is open to Status Candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.

Employment through Partners

AOML regularly works with academic partners, contract, and research institutions to help execute our research portfolio. Please see the employment opportunities with our partners below if you are interested in non-federal positions that collaborate with AOML.

Hurricane Research

Research Associate Exploring Air-Sea Interaction and Boundary Layer Processes in Turbulent Environments

Hurricane Research Division – Earth System Research Laboratories (ESRL)

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Research Associate Studying the Processes and/or Technologies of Tropical Cyclone Lifecycles, Modeling & Prediction

Hurricane Research Division – National Research Council (NRC)

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Ocean Chemistry & Ecosystems

Physical Oceanography

Co-Principal Investigator of U.S. Argo Project

Physical Oceanography Division – Assistant Scientist (R100071702) – Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS)

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Postdoctoral Associate Configuring an Ocean-Biogeochemical Model for the South Florida Region To Characterize Marine Ecosystem Stressors

Physical Oceanography Division – Postdoctoral Associate – Northern Gulf Institute (NGI)

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Research Associate Studying Spatial and Temporal Ocean Circulation Variability

Physical Oceanography – NRC Research Associateship Program

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Research Associate Studying Tropical Ocean-Atmosphere Variability and Extreme Weather

Physical Oceanography –  NRC Research Associateship Program

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Research Associate Studying Inter-Hemispheric Variability of AMOC and its Impacts on Global Monsoon Circulations and Extreme Weather Events

Physical Oceanography – NRC Research Associateship Program

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Research Associate Studying Inter-Ocean Exchanges and Regional Sinks of Heat, Salt, and Carbon

Physical Oceanography – NRC Research Associateship Program

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Postdoctoral Opportunities

Hurricane Research

Ocean Chemistry & Ecosystems

Physical Oceanography

Postdoctoral Associate to investigate multi-stressor impacts under present and future climate change scenarios.

Physical Oceanography Division – Northern Gulf Institute at Mississippi State University (NGI)

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Educational Opportunities

Opportunities for Students

NOAA has opportunities for students of any level — from kindergarten through high school, undergraduate and graduate, and even recent graduates. Opportunities include one-day events, summer internships at NOAA, multi-year fellowships, scholarships, and more. Click the button below to visit NOAA’s student opportunities database!

Two AOML interns work to collect a sample off the Florida Keys on Ocean Sampling Day 2014. Image credit: NOAA

Volunteer Opportunities

Observe your world. Observe with us. Be a citizen scientist for NOAA! Help NOAA predict, observe and protect our changing planet by making your own contributions toward a greater understanding of our Earth and its diverse systems. Whether it’s helping count whales in Hawaii or reporting on weather right outside your window, we’ve got a volunteer opportunity for you! Learn more about NOAA’s citizen science volunteer programs below.

If you are interested in volunteering at AOML, please fill out this form.