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Position Information Position Title Research Associate, Physical Ocean Modelling & Analysis Research Project Transforming Climate Action Department/Unit Oceanography Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number S014-26 Employee Group Grant-Paid (PSAC Local 86001) Position Type Term Duration of Contract (if applicable) 2 years Employment Type Full Time Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0 Salary $64,777 - $82,041 per annum Classification Provisional Statement About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada''s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region''s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in Transforming Climate Action is a major academic research project of Canada aimed at understanding and mitigating climate change, particularly through the ocean''s role. The project has three main themes: (1) Reducing uncertainties in the climate carbon budget; (2) Ocean-based climate change mitigation; and (3) Just and equitable adaptation. Job Summary Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate, Physical Ocean Modelling and Analysis, will improve the accuracy of numerical ocean models for the sub-Arctic gateway in North Atlantic. Key Responsibilities Set up regional ocean model configurations based on a selected modern ocean model system using realistic geometry and forcing data; perform high-resolution multi-decadal model simulations; introduce model improvements through refining input data and model parameters, and through data assimilation. Evaluate model results using a large variety of ocean observational data; derive statistical measures to quantify model accuracy. Perform statistical analyses of ocean model results to quantify ocean variability; reveal dynamic mechanisms of ocean variability through joint statistical and theoretical analyses, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning) approaches. Prepare and make presentations at scientific meetings and conferences; Write and submit research papers in peer reviewed scientific journals. Provide assistance, advice, training and supervision on ocean modelling and analysis to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows working with the PI and collaborators on TCA and related projects. Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines. Required Qualifications PhD in physical oceanography or closely related disciplinaries from an internationally recognized university, with a minimum of three years of post-doctoral research experience in numerical ocean general circulation modelling and analysis research. Specialized knowledges in numerical modelling schemes, parallel computer programming and operating system software, statistical analysis and programming. Record of productive publication in ocean modelling and analysis, as indicated by a minimum of five peer reviewed papers as the primary author. Excellence in independent and team work. Assets Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie''s core and leadership competencies, in particular: Integrity Respect & Inclusion Knowledge & Thinking Skills Communication Service Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans, a wellness allowance, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. Application Consideration Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (PSAC Local are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture. Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi''kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here. Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 02/02/2026 Close Date 02/20/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting