2 year Postdoc position at University of Western Australia- Submesoscale ocean transport
Nicole Jones
- Great opportunity for a postdoc with a passion in finding solutions to issues facing our oceans.
- Applications open to researcher with expertise in physical oceanography or geophysical fluid dynamics to join a dynamic and supportive group in our Oceans Graduate School
- Full time and 2 years fixed term appointment
- Salary range: Level A, Step 8 $97,946 p.a. or Level B $102,983 p.a. - $121,864 p.a. depending on qualifications, skills and experience
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.
About the team
The Oceans Graduate School engages in fundamental and applied research to find solutions for the critical issues facing our oceans, coasts and estuaries. Our School operates state-of-the-art facilities around Western Australia used for world-class marine research to investigate the ocean. The Oceans Graduate School engages with partners around the world, including other universities, governments and research institutions, so more can be done to better our oceans and ensure a healthy future for our population.
You will be part of a dynamic and supportive research group at UWA that is focussed on related projects. You will also work closely with colleagues at University of New South Wales and IFREMER.
About the opportunity
You will work on a project seeking to further our understanding of vertical and lateral ocean transport due to fronts and eddies. The goal of this study is to characterise and understand submesoscale ocean currents that vary over spatial scales of 1 to 10s km and evolve on corresponding time scales of days to weeks.
You will be involved in all major aspects of the project aims described in the position description, including in situ data collection and analysis, initial comparisons with the new SWOT satellite and other remote-sensing data, and development of satellite inversion algorithms.
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
- A PhD in Physical Oceanography, Geophysical Fluid Dynamics or relevant related field
- Expertise in one or more of: satellite remote sensing, numerical ocean circulation models, or the collection and analysis of in situ ocean observations
- Strong statistical and numerical analysis skills. Desirably one of: Bayesian inference, model inversion or other forms of data assimilation
- Strong computational skills with the ability to organise and process large data sets
- Willingness to supervise Honours, Masters and PhD students
- Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team
For more information regarding the position or a confidential discussion, please contact:
- Associate Professor Nicole Jones, Project Lead, email: nicole...@uwa.edu.au