| officiele benaming | Principal Scientist (Physical Oceanographer)1-2010 |
|---|---|
| vacaturenummer | 1/2010 |
| organisatie | Noord-Atlantische Verdragsorganisatie (NAVO) |
| standplaats | La Spezia |
| land | Italië |
| contractvorm | onbekend |
| sluitingsdatum | woensdag 31 maart 2010 |
| schaal minimum | 7171.12 |
| schaal maximum | 7171.12 |
| niveau | A4 |
collection On-scene tactical predictions using improved numerical forecasts and multi-model data fusion Timely environmental decision making using artificial intelligence techniques Impact of oceanographic variability and uncertainty on acoustic propagation More detailed information on NURC research programs can be found at www.nurc.nato.int B. Description of the post The principal duty of the Head of the Environmental Modeling and Prediction Team is to lead and advance the centre's research activities in the area of physical oceanography. The principal research focus is on characterization and prediction of the ocean and atmosphere in littoral areas. Provide support to other centre research projects such as marine mammal risk mitigation, underwater acoustics and underwater networking that require participation of an ocean scientist. Additional duties include: NURC Vacancy no. 1/2010 Page 1 of 4
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-To document the performed work in published reports, technical and scientific documentation in the centre, refereed scientific journals and external presentations. - Duties a t sea may be required in the execution of sea trials on any of the centre's ships or other ships or platforms that may be involved. - Supervise and mentor scientists and other team members - Research scientists will have the opportunity to propose and conduct individual research projects related to one of the above programs C. Qualifications: General qualifications: Education: An M.S. degree or equivalent in physical oceanography, meteorology or related field. A Ph.D. is desired. The lack of an advanced degree may be compensated by the demonstration of particular abilities and skills of interest to the centre. Experience: More than 10 years working experience in the areas of physical oceanography, meteorology or related subject Field experience: Proven ability to plan and conduct sea trials and operations at sea including experience as scientist in charge. Participation in a minimum of 5 at-sea experiments or field trials is desired. Project management: Experience in organizing and leading technical projects. More than 5 years experience in planning, proposing and/or managing research programmes is desired Publication record: A reputation as a leading scientist in the field as evidenced by a record of publications and technical reports and other accomplishments Computer skills: 1. Excellent numerical modelling and data analysis skills are essential. 2. Ability to perform scientific programming using standard software and operating systems such as UNIX, LINUX, MATLAB, C++, etc. Collaboration: Successful collaborative research with international seagoing organizations Professional qualifications: Experience (including education) conducting research in one or more of the following areas should be demonstrated in the application: A. Ocean processes and dynamics including air-sea interaction B. Ocean or atmosphere numerical modeling. C. Collection and processing of oceanographic data, D. Ocean remote sensing NURC Vacancy no. 1/2010 Page 2 of 4
Security clearance Any contract offered will be subject to the successful candidate obtaining NATO secret clearance. Prior to appointment, the NATO body must have received a security clearance certificate from the government of the country of which the candidate is a national. Language English: good SLP 3333(listening, speaking, reading and writing). Note: the work in this post and organization is conducted mainly in English, both written and oral. Personal attributes An ability to conduct applied scientific research, to produce novel ideas and a desire to contribute personally to the project work. Tact, perseverance, adaptability and good communications skills are essential Individuals must be self motivating, and have the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues, and other staff both civilian and military and from private scientific or industrial organizations. D. Work environment This work is normally performed in a typical office environment note: it may be required to perform duties at sea, on any of the centre ships or other ships or platforms that may be involved. E. Contract The attention of candidates is drawn to the fact that this is a research post in a scientific establishment therefore the successful candidate will be offered a definite duration contract not exceeding three years' duration which, subject to satisfactory performance and organizational requirements, may be renewed by mutual consent for further periods of up to two years. NURC offers a comprehensive benefits package including tax-free remuneration, 6 weeks annual vacation, life and medical insurance, a retirement plan, educational allowance for dependent children and paid travel to the home country for the member and family every two years. F. Application procedures Qualified candidates must submit a curriculum vita and completed official NURC application form (available at http://www.nurc.nato.int/employment/app-form.rtf) indicating vacancy NURC Vacancy no. 1/2010 Page 3 of 4
recruitment@nurc.nato.int (in this latter case the application form and its supporting documents such as continuation sheets and copies of certificates, must be sent as a single word document). Applications will be accepted and considered until 31 March 2010. Notes for candidates: the candidature of NATO redundant staff will be considered and evaluated before any other candidature. Notes for NATO civilian personnel officers/human resources managers: if you have any qualified redundant staff of same grade, please advise NURC either by message or e-mail (recruitment@nurc.nato.int) no later than 20 March 2010. Remarks: only nationals of the 28 NATO member countries can apply for vacancies at NURC. The NATO member countries are: Albania, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, the Netherlands, Turkey, United Kingdom, and United States. POC: Human Resources Branch (recruitment@nurc.nato.int) NURC Vacancy no. 1/2010 Page 4 of 4
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