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Metocean Analyst
Woods Hole Group
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Richmond, TX, USA
Posted on Mar 26, 2026
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
The Woods Hole Group, Inc., a CLS Group company, is a leader in commercial oceanographic, marine environmental, and fisheries services. The company provides consultancy, measurement, monitoring, numerical modeling, and forecasting services to support offshore and coastal development, operations, and protection.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Metocean Analyst. The Metocean Analyst’s primary role is to analyze oceanographic data and prepare daily ocean current reports in support of a range of metocean forecasting services. This entry-level position will report to the Metocean Forecast Services Program Manager.
PRIMARY Duties and responsibilities
The Metocean Analyst will have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Analyze real-time oceanographic data and numerical model output to provide daily ocean current nowcasts, forecasts, and advisory reports.
- Utilize mathematical and scientific techniques to compile, analyze, interpret, and graphically depict metocean data.
- Assess, synthesize, and evaluate scientific literature and prepare literature reviews.
- Assist in the assessment of numerical model data and the interpretation of statistical results for metocean characterization and design criteria studies.
- Correspond with clients and vendors in support of operations.
- Present information in client meetings, at professional scientific/industry conferences, and in scientific/industry publications.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND CAPABILITIES
The ideal applicant is a marine scientist graduate with a strong interest in metocean data analysis and interpretation and has the following qualifications:
- BS degree in physical oceanography, meteorology, and/or physical or marine science required. MS degree desirable but not essential.
- High level programming, mathematical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Python.
- Familiarity with other programming languages such as R, C#, C++, HTML, Java etc.
- Experience with numerical forecast models is a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in Windows, Mac, and Linux environments.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Occasional weekend work required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- None
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team in addition to working independently on assignments.
- Highly self-motivated and directed.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Woods Hole Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Individuals who succeed at Woods Hole Group are pleasant, hard-working self-starters who share our passion for innovation and commitment to high quality work.
- The position is a full-time, salaried position, commensurate with experience.
- This position will be filled at our Bourne, MA, Corporate Headquarters, or office in Richmond, TX.
- Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
- Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverages with 80% employer contribution
- 401 (k) with up to 6% employer match
- STD, LTD, Life Insurance employer provided
- HSA, LPFSA, FSA, DCA
- Generous time off policies
- Flexible and hybrid work schedules available after successful completion of probationary period