Senior Research Engineer I , Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine, Singapore

Job description 

• Set up, configure, optimize the OASIS3-MCT model coupling library at NSCC.
• Integrate regional atmosphere and ocean models via the OASIS3-MCT.
• Carry out sensitivity experiments using the coupled modelling system i.e., on-way and two-way coupled experiments.
• Assess the performance of the one-way and two-way coupling.
• Attend regular meetings with collaborators and present results.
• Write reports and publish high-quality journal papers.
• Present the results at the top international conference in the field.
• Attend training/workshop as required to maintain proficiency.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualification & Field of Study: 

PhD in Physical Oceanography, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Geophysical fluid dynamics, Ocean Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or other related discipline.

Job Requirements 

• Preferably 3 years of relevant research/industry experience.
• Strong background of atmospheric science, meteorology, physical oceanography, ocean modelling, and hydrodynamics.
• Experience of using regional coupled modelling system and OASIS3-MCT model coupling toolkit.
• Understanding of air-sea interaction/coupling and flux exchanges.
• Experience of using LFRic/NEMO or other atmosphere/ocean models is a plus.
• Knowledge of Linux operating system and shell scripting.
• Experience of working on a HPC/supercomputer.
• Good knowledge and skill in programming language (e.g., Fortran, C, C++, Python)
• Experience of handling large global data set (netCDF format) using CDO and NCO.
• Familiar with MATLAB, and Ferret/pyFerret or similar.
• Knowledge in handling satellite, in-situ, reanalysis/hindcast data will be an advantage. 

Other Requirements:  

• Good interpersonal and communications skills. 
• Ability to adapt and work effectively as members of a team. 
• Good command of written and spoken English language. 
• Resourceful and self-driven with a high degree of professional integrity. 
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.