Careers at AOML
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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
Ocean Chemistry & Ecosystems
Physical Oceanography
Postdoctoral Opportunities
Hurricane Research
Ocean Chemistry & Ecosystems
Physical Oceanography
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