Research Fellow in Physical Oceanography

About the Role

We are seeking to recruit a Research Fellow in Physical Oceanography to become a member of the School of Ocean and Earth Science at the University of Southampton. As part of the ‘SeisMix: Unlocking Ground-Breaking Observations of Antarctic Mixing With Legacy Data’ project, you will take a Seismic Oceanography approach to analyse historical seismic and hydrographic data collected at three locations around East Antarctica. You will undertake research on the dynamics of ocean mixing around Antarctica and assess their effect on heat delivery to ice shelves.  

The successful applicant will work as part of a team examining the dynamical controls on ocean mixing as well as their spatial and temporal variation. Our team includes an active sea-going oceanographic group, with expertise in Seismic Oceanography, ocean mixing, remote sensing, and geophysical experts. We are strongly motivated by recent unexpected changes in Antarctic shelf waters and their impact on wider ocean circulation. So, we seek to use legacy data in new ways to overcome persistent knowledge gaps. By joining us, you will ultimately advance the field of oceanography by developing a globally-applicable observational tool and uncovering new knowledge about Antarctic ocean mixing.

The post is a fixed-term appointment for 15 months funded by the UK’s Research + Invention Agency (ARIA).

About You

We invite applicants who hold a PhD or equivalent in geophysics, oceanography, or a related field, with strong experience in the analysis and processing of seismic reflection data. You will demonstrate expertise in developing and implementing computational tools, a good knowledge of ocean dynamics, strong quantitative and problem-solving skills, and excellent communication skills. 

We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role, and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify with one or more of the following: Black, Asian, a minority ethnic background, coming from a lower socio-economic background, LGBTQ+, a woman or having a disability as these identities are currently underrepresented in our working community.

What we can offer you

We are an ambitious, mutually supportive academic community and are passionate about creating an environment where everyone can achieve their full potential in education, research and enterprise. We hold departmental Athena SWAN bronze award coupled to an institutional Athena SWAN silver award. We value diversity and equality and recognise that employees may wish to have working patterns that fit with their caring responsibilities or work-life balance. Due consideration will be given to applicants who have had career breaks for reasons including maternity, paternity or adoption leave, disability, or illness. We offer generous holiday allowance and additional University closure days, subsidised health and fitness facilities and access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS). We are committed to supporting early career researchers as outlined by the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers.

Enquiries

For informal inquiries please contact Dr. Kathryn (Kathy) Gunn (K.Gunn@soton.ac.uk).

*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification.  The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD.  Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

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