Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Research Associate - Ice Core Atmospheric Sciences. The successful candidate will be part of the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership (AAPP) at the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies, a part of the College of Sciences and Engineering at the University of Tasmania.
The AAPP brings together government and non-government entities to deliver and lead a significant part of the national Antarctic science program. This position demands a productive and innovative researcher capable of leveraging the newly produced ice core data to initiate and drive independent research ideas.
The Research Associate will have a significant team focus and will provide strong quantitative and analytical skills for the activities of the group.
The position involves interpreting gas records from the Million Year Ice Core (MYIC) project, developing and maintaining productive and effective links locally and nationally with the discipline, profession and wider community, undertaking high-quality research of national (and increasingly international) standing, publish research findings and contribute to the successful supervision of research higher degree students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leverage the newly produced ice core data to initiate and drive independent research ideas
* Contribute to the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership (AAPP)
* Undertake high-quality research of national (and increasingly international) standing, publish research findings and contribute to the successful supervision of research higher degree students
* Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, and/or wider community
* Support the MYIC project by participating in fieldwork, ice core processing, or laboratory assistance
Required Skills and Qualifications
We are looking for a highly qualified candidate with a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g. geochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, earth science). The ideal candidate will have experience in quantitative laboratory analytical techniques, interpretation of ice core gas records, or relevant modelling experience.
A good record of, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved national recognition and made worthwhile contributions, as demonstrated by a record of quality publications and presentations at conferences is also required.
In addition, the candidate should have a record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally with the discipline, profession and wider community.
Benefits
This role offers a total remuneration package of up to $121,737 - $150,759 comprising base salary within the range of $80,462 to $128,854 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
* Resume
* Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
* Your responses to the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience from the Position Description below