ORAU · 1 month ago
Improving the Global Ocean Winds Climate Data Record Using New Data and Theoretical Modeling
Pasadena, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelORAU is involved in the NASA Postdoctoral Program, offering unique research opportunities to talented scientists. The role focuses on improving the understanding and accuracy of ocean surface wind measurements using theoretical modeling and diverse observational data.
Universities
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Address the challenge of combining diverse space-based ocean surface wind observations
Employ theoretical models to improve the understanding of the wind-driven ocean surface wave spectrum
Use the physical properties of the ocean surface to understand differences amongst various sensor-specific GMFs
Understand the frequency-specific atmospheric modulation of wind-induced surface backscatter
Interpret findings to improve the merger and intercalibration of wind retrievals from multiple sensors
Assemble a self-consistent climate data record of global winds
Qualification
Required
Doctoral Degree
Research proposal
Three letters of recommendation
Official doctoral transcript documents
Company
ORAU
ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security.
Founded in 1946
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andy Page
President /CEO
Scott Miller
President and CEO, ORAU ConScientia
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