Climate Scientists Wanted: Postdoctoral Researcher Position

beBee Careers is seeking postdoctoral researchers for a joint ARC Discovery Project focused on warm water intrusions onto the Antarctic continental shelf. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography, Climate Science, or Geophysical Fluid Dynamics. Positions are located at UNSW in Sydney and ANU in Canberra, Australia, funded for two years with potential for extension. The roles involve data analysis, theory development, and collaboration with a research team.
Postdoctoral Researcher Positions

We are seeking highly qualified postdoctoral researchers to join our team and contribute to a joint ARC Discovery Project at UNSW-ANU-GFDL. The project aims to understand the processes driving warm water intrusions onto the Antarctic continental shelf.

The successful candidates will work with the project team, including Prof. Matthew England, Prof Andy Hogg, Dr Paul Spence, Dr Adele Morrison, and Dr Stephen Griffies.

The positions are funded initially for two years, with strong potential for an extension into a third year. One position will be located at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia; the other at the Australian National University in Canberra, Australia.
Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for researchers to engage in cutting-edge research on oceanography and climate science.
• To investigate the processes driving warm water intrusions onto the Antarctic continental shelf;
• To develop and apply novel methods for analyzing data from these systems;
• To contribute to the development of new theories and models describing the behavior of these systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography, Climate Science, or Geophysical Fluid Dynamics and excellent analytical skills.
Requirements

We are looking for researchers who can demonstrate:
• A strong academic background in Physical Oceanography, Climate Science, or Geophysical Fluid Dynamics;
• Excellent analytical skills and experience working with large datasets;
• Strong communication and teamwork skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits

The positions offer:
• A competitive salary;
• An opportunity to work on a prestigious research project;
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment;
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply

Please refer to the advertisement links below for further information, including selection criteria and details on how to apply.

For any questions, please contact the relevant project team members directly.