Coastal & Freshwater Hydrogeology Research Associate

European Geosciences Union (EGU); Adelaide; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia, seeks a motivated Research Associate to join an ARC-funded team investigating water quality, groundwater systems and ecosystem sustainability.

You will develop and apply numerical models, conduct fieldwork and data analysis, and contribute to publications, reports, and presentations. The role may involve travel to field sites and interstate travel, and is open to domestic and international candidates.

Qualifications

• PhD in hydrology, hydrogeology, or related field.
• Strong numerical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in scientific programming (Python or similar).
• Experience with field-based research and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop numerical models of groundwater and surface water systems.
• Conduct fieldwork, data analysis and physical experimentation.
• Investigate impacts of climate, land use, river regulation and groundwater extraction on systems.
• Collaborate with researchers across disciplines and institutions.
• Prepare scientific reports, publications and presentations.

Skills

Numerical modelling

Scientific programming

Data analysis

Fieldwork

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in hydrology/hydrogeology or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia, seeks a motivated Research Associate to join an ARC-funded team investigating water quality, groundwater systems and ecosystem sustainability.

You will develop and apply numerical models, conduct fieldwork and data analysis, and contribute to publications, reports, and presentations. The role may involve travel to field sites and interstate travel, and is open to domestic and international candidates.