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Research Scientist - Ocean AcousticsLocation: SouthamptonDivision: Science and Technology (S&T)Group: Ocean BioGeosciencesSalary: £42,062 - £46,141Ref No: 11783
National Oceanography Centre
IT
Southampton, UK
Posted on Sep 20, 2024
Research Scientist - Ocean Acoustics
National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
Permanent
Full time (37 hours per week)
£42,062 - £46,141
Who are we?
We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) - the UK’s leading institution for integrated coastal and deep ocean research. Through our ground-breaking research, collaboration, and game-changing innovation we work to gain a deeper understanding of our ocean, helping every living thing on our planet flourish.
We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community focused on solving challenging long-term marine science problems, underpinning international and UK public policy, business and societal outcomes.
The ocean has the potential to provide the solutions to so many of the social, economic and environmental challenges we face worldwide. To truly harness the value of the ocean, we put ocean research, science and discovery at the heart of our culture.
Join us in shaping the future of oceanographic research and contribute your unique perspective to our organisation.
About the role
NOC continues to develop novel environmental monitoring capabilities for sustained long-term low-cost tracking of ocean-health. A recent exemplar, is the use of distributed optical phase interferometry within seafloor cables, exploited opportunistically within the construct of passive acoustic noise interferometry (PANI). Consequently, such a novel observational capability promises simultaneous monitoring of diversity of physical parameters (e.g., temperature, pressure, flow velocity etc.) spatially resolved through the water column, albeit with the cable on the seafloor. Reliable and robust upscaling of this novel observational construct necessitates familiarity with complex signals processing techniques, noise interferometry, sound propagation in inhomogeneous media, and know how developed using coherent signals processing between controlled experimental data sets acquired using diversity of traditional marine sensors (preferably, though not necessary, together with a fibre optic cable).
In this position, the candidate will be processing, analysing, and interpreting data from marine sensors (conventional and cable based) using the PANI construct (active acoustics enabled ANI will also be pursued for comprehensive performance estimation across domain applications with cables), with view to discerning the distribution of physical parameters (temperature, velocity, pressure, salinity etc.) through the water column. The changes in the physical parameter distribution over large spatio-temporal coverage of the ocean interior, will be examined co-operatively with state-of-the-art numerical models (including inverse modelling). This will further the understanding of precursor events in variety of complex climate system settings to accurately inform tipping point dynamics. It will also entail design and execution of field experiments, conducting independent innovative research leading to high impact journal publications, participation in prestigious conferences and writing of research grants with the PI.
About you
We are looking for someone with a PhD degree (already obtained or nearing one by the start date) in ocean acoustics, applied physics, physical oceanography, seismology or a closely related discipline and experience in processing large geophysical datasets and/or numerical modelling of physical phenomena.
You must be an expert in signals processing You should also be proficient in efficient programming routines in MATLAB/Python. Experience substantiating the above requirements (e.g., through publications record), will be necessary.
Why NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits, including:
- 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays
- a 10% employer contribution pension scheme
- access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and anonymous support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
- access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
- a Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories
- a great working environment with a number of social events, including summer and Christmas celebrations
- we are proud to be a Living Wage Employer
Location
This position will be based in Southampton. The centre is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking with over 40 EV charging points.
The NOC has a hybrid working approach where for most positions staff can work from home up to 2 days per week. If you are interested in this position, but require a more flexible working arrangement, please contact the recruitment team using the contact details below.
We can support visa applications where required. We may be able to offer financial support for applicants who will need to relocate for this position.
Submitting an application
Please click ‘Apply for this job’ and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the NOC recruitment team at careers@noc.ac.uk / 07355 676794.
Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description and person specification.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position, as we strive to create a supportive and equitable environment where all voices are valued and heard.
Those seeking employment at NOC are considered solely on their qualifications, skills and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status (including pregnancy / maternity leave) or any other protected characteristic.
There is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the position and declare a disability. NOC is an Investors in People organisation.
Date advert posted: 20/09/2024
Closing date: 18/10/2024. This vacancy may close earlier depending on the number of applicants.
Please note we are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this position.