Senior Researcher in Coastal Engineering and Operational Oceanography

• Higher university degree in Physics, Mathematics, Marine Sciences, Oceanography, Meteorology, Oceanographic Engineering, or other related disciplines.
• Professional experience in research projects related to physical oceanography and operational oceanography.
• Demonstrable experience in leading R&D&i projects and securing competitive funding.
• Experience in the use and exploitation of data from remote and in situ ocean observation systems, including satellites, HF radars, gliders, ASVs, and drifting buoys.
• Knowledge and experience in ocean transport analysis techniques and Lagrangian analysis.
• Advanced mastery of programming tools and languages for scientific data analysis (Python, Matlab, or similar).
• Experience in oceanographic campaigns or in the exploitation of marine observation systems.
• Experience in direct relationship with clients and agents from the public or private sector.
• Advanced level of spoken and written English.
• Driving licence B.

• PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Oceanography, Marine Sciences, Meteorology, Oceanographic Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Scientific publications related to physical oceanography, marine observation, ocean transport, or operational oceanography
• Experience in ocean modeling systems and the exploitation of their results
• Knowledge and experience in oceanographic data management, FAIR principles, interoperable platforms such as ERDDAP, and data management plans.
• Participation in technology transfer projects and collaboration with clients.
• Experience in international forums such as ICES, EuroGOOS, or Copernicus.
• Experience in supervising undergraduate, master's, or doctoral students.
• Ability to identify and develop new research and funding opportunities.
• Basque.

You do not need to meet all the points: we especially value your potential to generate impact.

Also meet the person who will lead the selection process and who will be in contact with you during this stage: David Larrinaga, and how the selection process will be.

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Would you like to drive the observation and understanding of the oceans to face the challenges of global change?

At AZTI, you will be able to drive scientific and technological projects that transform oceanic data into applied knowledge, contributing to better management and understanding of the marine environment.

We are looking for a person with a consolidated scientific career who wants to take a step further: promoting strategic projects, connecting science and technology, and generating impact through operational oceanography and marine observation.

Your mission will be to drive and coordinate the development of applied knowledge in physical oceanography and operational oceanography, transforming marine data and observations into solutions, services, and tools that provide value to society, administrations, and the maritime-marine sector.

You will have autonomy to drive new lines of research, develop high-impact projects, and contribute to AZTI's scientific and technological positioning in the field of ocean observation and global change.

• You will develop and coordinate applied research projects related to the operational monitoring of physical ocean conditions and marine transport processes.
• You will secure national and international funding to drive new lines of research and development.
• You will drive the transfer of knowledge and technology to administrations, companies, and other agents of the marine ecosystem.
• You will participate in the development of comprehensive oceanographic data management systems, from acquisition to the generation of value-added products and services.
• You will collaborate with scientific, technological, and institutional teams at regional, national, and international levels.
• You will contribute to the scientific and technological positioning of AZTI in fields such as ocean observation, operational oceanography, and global change.

Your work will go beyond research: you will help generate key knowledge to understand and manage the oceans sustainably.

• Hybrid work modality (preferred location: Pasaia, with the possibility of considering other AZTI sites).
• Flexible hours (entry time from 7:00h to 9:00h).
• Continuous training and professional development.
• Continuous working day on Fridays and intensive summer schedule.
• Work-life balance, well-being, and other social benefits.
• Seniority bonus and competitive economic conditions (we will discuss this in the first interview).

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