We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community focused on solving challenging long-term marine science problems, underpinning international and UK public policy, business and societal outcomes.
The ocean has the potential to provide the solutions to so many of the social, economic and environmental challenges we face worldwide. To truly harness the value of the ocean, we put ocean research, science and discovery at the heart of our culture.
Join us in shaping the future of oceanographic research and contribute your unique perspective to our organization.
About the role
As Head of the Ocean Modelling Group, you will combine leadership with your own work as a research scientist. You will lead a team of ca. 15 scientists, providing support and scientific direction and building strong collaborations across national and international programs. You will work with other senior colleagues to develop the strategic direction of NOC’s ocean modelling research, ensuring that it responds to the needs of society and adapts to a rapidly-changing technological landscape.
Your research will be recognized internationally for its significant contributions to ocean, climate or earth system modelling from a physical or biogeochemical standpoint. You will have a strong track record of attracting funding, leading projects and producing high-impact outputs.
NOC’s ocean modeling work operates in close partnership with a range of external collaborators, including the UK Met Office and the NEMO consortium. You will build on and expand these links and ensure that NOC continues to make leading contributions to the global ocean modeling community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee a portfolio of projects and collaborations and drive the future strategic direction of the group’s research
- Develop, mentor, and inspire a team of researchers with a wide range of skills
- Secure funding for a portfolio of model-focused research projects and lead the science delivery of these.
- Contribute to strategic planning within NOC
- Develop and lead relationships with our strategic partners and stakeholders
- Ensure that NOC’s ocean modeling work is highly influential, internationally recognized and societally relevant
About you
We’re looking for someone who can bring the following to the position:
- A Ph.D. in oceanography, climate science, or a closely related field
- Significant experience with developing or analyzing ocean models
- A track record of internationally-recognized peer-reviewed publications
- A track record of securing research funding.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, ideally within a research setting.
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for translating complex science into real-world impact
For an exceptional candidate this post is available at the Research Leader (Band 3) level. At this level we would expect you to be a highly influential leader within the international research community and have a substantial track record of competitively securing and delivering multi-institutional projects.
Salary: Band 3: £83, 672 / Band 4: £67, 063
Application deadline: August 8, 2025
