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Work type: Full time
Location: Hobart
Categories: Research Focused
Drive independent research and collaborative projectsFull time, fixed term opportunity for two (2) yearsBased in Hobart with relocation assistance consideredAbout the Opportunity The Research Associate – Oceanographer will be a member of Theme 2: The Nature and Impacts of Southern Ocean Change – and will provide a key role in using observations to quantify regional variations in Southern Ocean carbon uptake and ocean acidification.
The Research Associate will have a significant team focus and will provide strong quantitative and analytical skills to the activities of the group. The position demands a productive and innovative researcher capable of initiating and driving independent research ideas as well as collaboratively supporting the work of others.
What you'll do: Make an effective and sustained contribution to the AAPP strategic objectives and at a wider level to the University and IMAS through research focused on driving the uptake of SWOT satellite data for oceanography in the southern side of the Antarctic Circumpolar Current and deepen the understanding of dynamics and processes across and onto the Antarctic shelf.Prepare and participate in the RSV Nuyina cruise in the Antarctic Slope Current experiment in coordination with modelling efforts of the AAPP team to enhance the understanding of this transition zone dynamics and heat and carbon pathways.Work with AAPP oceanographers and other national and international key collaborators to improve the understanding of fine scale processes through model outputs and validation and quantification of the value added by the Swath altimetry.What we're looking for: To be successful in the role, your application will need to demonstrate:
A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field of science or engineering; e.g., marine or environmental science, oceanography.A solid understanding of satellite altimetry and physical oceanography.A good record of, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved international recognition and made worthwhile contributions to the field of oceanography, demonstrated by a record of quality publications and presentations at international conferences.Experience in analysing large datasets like model outputs or heavy datasets and high performance computing.To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation: ResumeCover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the roleYour responses to the success criteria from the Position Description belowThis is a full-time, fixed term opportunity for two years.
For further information about this position, please contact Professor Nathan Bindoff, Australian Antarctic Program Partnership - Program Leader, ****** or +61 0417 011 090.
Applications close Sunday 16 February 2025, 11.55pm To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role. Advertised: 19 Dec 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Feb 2025 Tasmania Daylight Time
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