Convergent Research

Postdoctoral Research Scientist, Ocean CDR Atlas

Boulder, CO · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$83k-$95kDetected 41 days ago

PythonMachine LearningAccountingResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to work with our team on the development of a high-resolution Ocean CDR Atlas dataset for the West Coast of North America.

Validate the CDR Tracer (two-tracer) framework within the regional configuration
Co-design and configure a nested submesoscale-resolving subdomain (in collaboration with external partners) to examine mixed-layer exchange dynamics at 1-10 km scales.
Develop derived data products using linear superposition of OAE and DOR signals to support multi-intervention simulations (ERW, riverine alkalinity enhancement, partially equilibrated OAE).
Build reproducible, documented dataset-generation workflows within C-Star that are extensible to other regions and serve as templates for future Atlas projects.
design and implement a data formatting, transformation, and management strategy
design and implement a public data hosting strategy, including example analysis tools
Validate the CDR Tracer (two-tracer) framework within the regional configuration; confirm fidelity against full MARBL reference simulations.
Work with the larger team to actively engage the data user community - including CDR deployment operators, MRV practitioners, and academic collaborators - through direct outreach, workshops, and/or collaborative design.
Contribute to [C]Worthy's broader scientific program, including participation in field-building activities, user roundtables, and community engagement.

Scientific software development proficiency in Python
ability to work with large geospatial datasets.
Experience with HPC computing environments (e.g., NERSC, NCAR/Wyoming, NSF ACCESS).

Familiarity with ROMS or MARBL source code
experience with coupled physical-biogeochemical model configuration.
Prior work on CDR quantification, MRV methodology, or ocean carbon cycle research.
Experience engaging with non-academic stakeholders (industry, policy, NGOs) or contributing to applied science products.
Interest in and familiarity with AI/ML approaches as applied to scientific modeling or data analysis.
This position is full-time, fixed-term (2 years, with possibility of renewal).
We expect this role to start in the Fall (September, 2026).

These capabilities are not CDR tools alone-they are the foundation for scalable ocean science.
For full consideration, please apply by June 30, 2026.
Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The Atlas simulations will be performed with the ROMS-MARBL regional ocean model within C-Star.
Regional Modeling and Atlas Generation
Reproducible Workflows and Data Release
Manage production runs under the resulting HPC allocation.

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