Hyodae Seo, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Oceanography Department, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
Associate Director, Uehiro Center for the Advancement of Oceanography (UC•AO)
Senior Scientist, Physical Oceanography Department, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (on leave)
The Seo Lab at UH and WHOI studies oceanic, atmospheric, and surface wave processes and their interactions with extreme weather and offshore wind energy. The lab employs high-resolution regional coupled modeling, geophysical fluid dynamics, and satellite and in situ observations.
Our lab also engages the public on critical issues like extreme weather and renewable energy, supporting research activities for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the UC•AO.
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News!
We are excited to be part of the new Office of Naval Research (ONR) Departmental Research Initiative (DRI) titled “Study of Air-Sea Fluxes and Atmospheric River Intensity (SAFARI)”. The SAFARI DRI seeks to advance both the physical understanding and predictive capabilities related to how air-sea fluxes and their interactions with turbulent boundary layer processes influence atmospheric river (AR) intensity and downstream impacts. Our project focuses on evaluating and improving parameterizations of air-sea fluxes mediated by surface waves and anomalous ocean conditions throughout the lifecycle of ARs. We aim to enhance the representation of air-sea interaction within coupled models to improve the simulation and prediction of AR behavior. Learn more about our project here.
Excited to work with Clint Reyes, a graduate student in the Department of Ocean and Resources Engineering at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa (SOEST/UHM). In the summer of 2025, he will be working with Hyodae Seo and Cesar Sauvage to investigate nearshore wave dynamics around the Okinawa Islands during Super Typhoon Khanun (2023) using numerical model simulations. His research interests at ORE/SOEST include coastal engineering, coral reef hydrodynamics, and marine renewable energy. Find out more about him here.
We are seeking a highly motivated and independent scientist for a postdoctoral researcher position in the Department of Oceanography at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Hyodae Seo and Dr. César Sauvage on projects focused on coupled boundary layer processes, surface waves, and offshore wind energy over the Mid-Atlantic Bight. The candidate should have strong background in numerical modeling and quantitative analysis skills. Prior experience in surface wave modeling and coupled ocean-atmosphere modeling is preferred. Experience with observational analyses of the upper ocean physics, air-sea fluxes, and/or atmospheric boundary layer processes is also desirable.
The initial appoint is 1 year, with the continuation of employment for a second year contingent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory performance, availability of funds, and compliance with Federal/State laws.
Applicants must submit their application forms online (ID# 225013) HERE
Interested applicant should contact Dr. Hyodae Seo (hyodae@hawaii.edu) and Cesar Sauvage (csauvage@hawaii.edu).