Vaga de Senior Scientist, Ocean Modelling and Data Assimilation
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Are you a professional with a strong background in operational oceanography? Do
you have a solid
knowledge of at least one ocean modelling software? Do you enjoy working in a
challenging
international environment? If so, CMRE is looking for you!
1. POST CONTEXT
This is a position within the Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation
(CMRE), an
organization of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
CMRE is an established, world-class scientific research and experimentation
facility that organizes
and conducts scientific research and technology development, centred on the
maritime domain,
delivering innovative and field tested Science & Technology (S&T) solutions to
address defence and
security needs of the Alliance.
The position is within the Research Division (RD), which is responsible for
identifying, developing and
delivering Science & Technology (S&T) solutions to the needs of the Alliance in
the maritime domain.
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The Division leads the development of CMREs scientific strategy and through its
capability in ocean
sensing, numerical modelling, big data analytics, artificial intelligence and
autonomy, delivers the
Centre's S&T goals while maintaining CMREs reputation within the scientific
community.
The Research Division is organized around the five programmes below:
1. Antisubmarine Warfare (ASW)
2. Autonomous Naval Mine Warfare (ANMW)
3. Climate Change and Security (CCAS)
4. Data & Environmental Knowledge and Operational Effectiveness (D-EKOE)
5. Maritime Unmanned Systems Enablers (MUSE)
This position is within the D-EKOE team and contributes to the projects ASW
Environmental Acoustic
Support in a Rapidly Thawing Arctic Ocean and Capabilities for Rapid Environmental
Assessment in
Blue Waters within the Data and Environmental Knowledge and Operational
Effectiveness (D-EKOE)
Programme.
2. PRINCIPAL DUTIES
" Supports the program of work in developing and investigating innovative and
cutting edge
scientific research in the area of Ocean Modelling and Data Assimilation to
provide sufficient
scientific understanding and to develop autonomous capabilities for Rapid
Environmental
Assessment (REA), to allow the selection of logical alternatives in sensor design,
signal processing
and system configuration to support future NATO ASW.
" Assumes a leadership role in ocean prediction at the Centre, helping to
re-establish the laboratory
as a centre of excellence in ocean research and experimentation.
" Executes CMREs research activities in operational oceanography supporting the
D-EKOE
Programme. Emphasis will be placed on conducting processes studies and ocean
predictions to
improve scientific understanding of the ocean environment in areas of interest,
with emphasis
on the High North; on designing, implementing and testing data assimilation
algorithms exploiting
oceanographic measurements collected by manned and unmanned platforms; on
contributing to
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the research in underwater acoustic propagation for ASW; and on supporting CMREs
sea trials
and NATO exercises.
" Supports the organization and execution of NATO workshops and conferences in
environmental
characterization; the establishment of Multi-National Projects as relevant in the
fields of REA; the
development of proposals for external funding beyond ACT, seeking and winning
funding from
National Naval R&D funding agencies, National or NATO Multi-National projects, or
from
European funding mechanisms.
" Works closely as required with projects outside of the D-EKOE Programme, in
particular with the
Maritime Unmanned Systems for ASW and ASW Decision Support projects within the
Autonomy
for ASW Programme, in order to ensure coherence of the centres environmental
acoustics and
ASW activities.
3. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDITIONAL DUTIES
a. Flexibility Clause
The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties as directed.
All other related duties should correspond with the required competencies for the
job.
b. Deployment/Travel
The incumbent may be required to perform his/her duties onboard Centre or
chartered vessels. The
incumbent may be required to undertake TDY assignments within and outside NATO
boundaries.
c. Certification
The incumbent needs to obtain a fit for sea certificate in line with the
International Maritime
Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) standards before
taking up duty.
4. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
a. Professional/Experience
" Scientific expertise in mathematics, physics, engineering, or equivalent.
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" Solid knowledge of at least one ocean modelling software (i.e., Regional Ocean
Modelling System
ROMS, Nucleus for European Modelling of the Ocean-NEMO).
" Background in operational oceanography (i.e., nowcast and forecast of ocean
conditions for
maritime operations, drifting objects in ocean currents).
" Proven track record of high quality scientific research in Ocean Modelling and
Data Assimilation
with a significant publication record.
" Strong scientific programming using standard software and operating systems such
as Linux,
MATLAB, Python, C/C++, FORTRAN.
" Experience conducting scientific project work within a multi-disciplinary
environment.
" Experience participating in the submission and execution of scientific projects,
delivering the
expected and required outputs to the satisfaction of the customer.
" See Par. 4.b.
b. Education/Training
" MSc degree in scientific, engineering, or related field and at least 5 years
post-MSc experience as
Scientist or Engineer with a specific focus on ocean modelling and data
assimilation may be
accepted
Or
" At least 2 years Post-Doc experience in physics, engineering, applied
mathematics or related field
with training in ocean modelling and data assimilation.
c. Language Requirements
A thorough knowledge of one of the two NATO languages, both written and spoken, is
essential and
some knowledge of the other is desirable.
NOTE:
Most of the work of CMRE is conducted in the English language.
5. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
" Ph.D. or relevant experience in physics, engineering, applied mathematics, or
related field with a
specific focus on ocean modelling.
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" Specific expertise in the Nucleus for European Modelling of the Ocean-NEMO.
" Knowledge of acoustic numerical modelling, including the different acoustic
equation
approximations and the different numerical solution techniques commonly used in
the
community.
" Demonstrated experience in the role of Principal Investigator for scientific
projects in the
oceanographic domain.
" Recent scientific publications as first author documenting results in ocean
modelling and data
assimilation.
" Experience working in an international organization.
" Demonstrated capability to obtain funding for new research activities and
satisfying customer
requirements and expectations.
6. COMPETENCIES
" Offering innovative and original ideas that do not stem from existing processes
and finding less
evident models or original combinations.
" Efficiently assessing and managing time as well as material, human and financial
resources.
" Encouraging cooperation between teams and team members.
" Establishing and maintaining formal and informal relationships within and
outside the
organization.
7. REMARKS
The duties are performed in an office, laboratory, workshop environment or
on-board Centre ships.
Slightly undesirable working conditions may apply.
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About Us:
The Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) is part of the NATO
Science and
Technology Organization (STO). The mission of the STO is to help position both
national and NATO
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science and technology investments as a strategic enabler and technology advantage
for the defence
and security posture of NATO Allies and partners. The Centre conducts scientific
research and
technology development and delivers innovative field-tested S&T solutions to
address the defence
and security needs of the Alliance. CMRE has more than 60 years of experience and
has produced a
cadre of leaders in ocean science, modelling and simulation, acoustics and other
disciplines, as well
as producing critical results and understanding that have been built into the
operational concepts of
NATO and the Nations.
What we offer:
" Salary (Pay Basis):
7,319.21 (EUR) Monthly*
*Salary value as per 2024. Subject to future adjustments in accordance with North
Atlantic Council
decisions.
" Grade ABCL grade A3 / NATO grade G17.
" A world class research facility located in the seaport of La Spezia, Italy
supported by two
specialised research vessels.
" An exciting place in which to work situated at an ideal location, the port of La
Spezia, Italy,
enabling synergy with regional and global academic institutes and industry.
" Salary and conditions of employment will be in accordance with the NATO Civilian
Personnel
Regulations (NCPR), which includes a rewarding salary and a comprehensive system
allowances, supplements and insurances to support families and, in case of
expatriated staff,
offers an interesting expatriate package.
" A generous annual leave and, (where eligible) home leave.
" The successful candidate will be offered a three years definite duration
contract which may be
renewed for subsequent periods subject to business needs, satisfactory performance
and the
need to rotate skills and talent within the Organization.
" Applicants who prove to be competent for the post but who are not successful in
this
competition may be offered an appointment to another post of a similar nature,
which might
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become vacant in the near future, albeit at the same or a lower grade, provided
they meet the
necessary requirements.
Our recruitment process:
" Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member
countries.
" Applications (including the most relevant publications, the diplomas - stating
the highest level of
education - and a CV) for this vacancy are to be submitted using the E-recruitment
system.
" Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the
national
Authorities of the selected candidate) and approval of the candidates medical
file by the CMRE
Medical Adviser.
Additional information:
" CMRE values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and is committed to recruiting
and retaining
a diverse and talented workforce. We welcome applications of nationals from all
Member States
and strongly encourage women to apply.
" Selected candidates are expected to be role models of integrity, and to promote
good governance
through ongoing efforts in their work.
For more information on how to apply:
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NOTE:
NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole
or in part, by
means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without
limitation to chatbots,
such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language
generating tools.
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NATO reserves the right to screen applications to identify the use of such tools.
All applications
prepared, in whole or in part, by means of such generative or creative AI
applications may be
rejected without further consideration at NATOs sole discretion, and NATO
reserves the right to
take further steps in such cases as appropriate.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications are to be submitted using the NATO Talent Acquisition Program (NTAP)
Applications submitted by other means are not accepted. NTAP allows adding
attachments. Essential
information must be included in the application form. Particular attention should
be given to
Education and Experience section. Each question should be answered completely.
Expressions such
as please see annex / enclosed document or invitations to follow links to
personal webpages are
not acceptable and will be disregarded. All answers should be in English
preferably, or French.
NATO Body:
Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE)
Schedule:
Full-time
Application Deadline:
12 May 2024
Salary (Pay Basis):
7,319.21 EUR (Monthly)