Postdoctoral Associate

Stony Brook University • Stony Brook, NY

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About The Position

Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to lead a high-profile research project focused on understanding long-term trends in carbonate chemistry and ocean acidification in the New York Bight (NYB). The objectives, as outlined in detail below, will be to 1) assist in collection of new samples and data focused on various parameters relevant to ocean acidification during at least three cruises per year, 2) evaluate these new along with previously collected seasonal cruise data (over numerous cruises since 2018) to determine long term trends in carbonate chemistry of the NYB, and 3) work with a team of Ecosystem and Climate Change Indicators experts to evaluate if and how OA might be affecting the biota associated with the NYB. Funding is provided by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC). More information about the New York Bight Indicators project can be found here: https://dec.ny.gov/nature/waterbodies/oceans-estuaries/ocean-action-plan/ocean-monitoring-projects/indicators-of-ocean-health
This is planned as a 2-year position but has the potential for extension depending on performance and availability of funds.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in the discipline of oceanography, marine science or a closely related field.
• Experience programming in Matlab, R or other statistical languages and a high level of proficiency in evaluating the quality of data and large data sets.
• Excellent scientific communication skills as demonstrated by previous publications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with oceanographic (underway) and laboratory-based equipment for carbonate chemistry.
• Experience on oceanographic vessels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and design of field studies in support of the NYS DEC program on ocean acidification by collecting and analyzing carbonate chemistry data, and conducting research experiments utilizing specialized techniques, applying theories, concepts and principles in the field of chemical oceanography.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and assist in the preparation of proposals for external funding.
• Assist in the preparation and participation of oceanographic cruises.
• Present at conferences and to the NYSDEC and other management agencies.
• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree