• The Fellow will have the opportunity to work on one or more closely related projects at the interface of ocean optics, cutting edge particle imaging, modelling, and biological oceanography, with the primary focus being assessing closure between optical property measurements and direct quantification of properties of particle fields.
• The Fellow will be expected to participate in examining historical data sets of in situ optical properties and images from an underwater holographic microscope as well as developing or implementing existing data post-processing routines to assess marine particle and plankton characteristics collected from diverse optical environments.
• Machine learning algorithms may be applied to quantify specific particle types.
• Forward modeling will be used to derive optical properties from particle field measurements followed by validation with concurrent optical measurements collected in the field.
• Some field work may be involved to collect new data sets for the analyses.

PhD in Optics, Engineering, Physics, Oceanography, or related field is required to be completed prior to starting the position.

Graduate students close to defending their dissertation and/or current Postdocs looking for a new opportunity are encouraged to apply. Application reviews will begin immediately, so early applications are encouraged.

A strong experimental background in optics and modelling is required. Experience can include, but is not limited to, ocean optics. Candidates demonstrating a background working with in situ optical and image data sets, in particular digital holography and/or other 3-D imaging techniques will be given preference.

Demonstrable experience with conceptualizing, designing and executing projects individually and as part of a team is required. Proficiency with MATLAB is needed. Experience with writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal publications and presenting work at international conferences is required. $55,000 Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Harbor Branch (HBOI) N/A 2023-07-01 This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding. This position is located at FAU’s Harbor Branch campus in Fort Pierce, FL

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

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Transcripts:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Background Screening:
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required for the candidate selected for this position.

Accommodations:
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