ocean modeller

Tropical Ocean Modeller (job reference 10475)vacancy
in Melbourne. Contract is for an initial 3 years
Salary: $AUD61,934 - $AUD69, 419, plus superannuation.
Visa Sponsorship and Relocation Assistance available for Overseas
based/Non Australian citizens

The Bureau of Meteorology Research Centre (BMRC) in Melbourne is
seeking an ocean modeller to participate in the development the new AusCOM
ocean
model. The individual will be responsible for evaluating and improving
Tropical variability in the ocean model, with a focus on climate
variability issues. The work will be a significant contribution to the
development of models as part of the ACCESS project. The duties will
include performing model experiments, scientific evaluation and
testing,
and documentation of model performance. The position will work within
the Ocean and Marine Forecasting Group of BMRC and participate in the
general research and development of models within BMRC and the ACCESS
project.

The successful applicant will possess research experience in ocean
modelling, especially applied to Tropical variability climate problems
and experience with running large models on supercomputers, as well as
an ability to undertake and complete research projects in a team based
environment.

For a comprehensive position description, requirements and application
details visit our website at http://www.bom.gov.au/careers/ or email
jobs@bom.gov.au and quote '10475' in the subject line.

If you would like further information on the position, please contact
Dr Oscar Alves Tel: +61 3 9669 4835 or email o.alves@bom.gov.au

Visa Sponsorship for Non-Australian citizens can be arranged and
assistance with relocation is available if the successful applicant is
required to relocate to Melbourne to commence employment

Applications must address the selection criteria and be submitted by
Thursday 20 September 2007 to the Recruitment Manager, Bureau of
Meteorology, GPO Box 1289, Melbourne. Vic. Australia. 3001 or emailed
to
jobs@bom.gov.au