Job Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate in Geodynamics to join our team for a two-year research-focused appointment.
This position will contribute to a cutting-edge project investigating mantle plume dynamics and their surface expressions with a focus on idealised 3-D geodynamic modelling.
* Develop and run 3-D numerical models of mantle plume dynamics incorporating lithospheric structure and ridge proximity.
* Analyse model outputs to assess melt volumes, geochemical trends, and dynamic topography using constraints from East Antarctic and Southern Ocean volcanic regions.
* Transition modelling workflows from Fluidity to the G-ADOPT framework, contributing to the development of plume modelling capabilities within G-ADOPT.
* Undertake high-quality research and scholarly activities under limited supervision either independently or as a member of a team.
* Publish high-quality research outputs in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A PhD in geodynamics or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience in geodynamic modelling, ideally with Fluidity or similar frameworks, and an interest in transitioning to G-ADOPT.
* Strong understanding of mantle plume processes, lithospheric structure, and geochemical constraints.
* Experience in analysing and interpreting numerical model outputs in the context of geological and geochemical data.
What We Offer
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to global geodynamics research while building a quantitative framework linking deep Earth processes to surface observations.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative and interdisciplinary team, engaging with geochemical datasets to test hypotheses about plume temperature, lithospheric architecture, and transient plume behaviour.
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa / Pakana and Gadigal / Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea, and waters of the areas upon which we live and work.
We are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace, and employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.