Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Physical Geography and Environmental Science

Northumbria University; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to explore tropical seagrass systems. This role involves investigating the carbon storage capacity of seagrass meadows in the Maldives, contributing to vital climate change mitigation efforts. You will collaborate with a dynamic team and present your findings at international conferences, making a significant impact in the field of marine science. If you are passionate about marine ecosystems and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• PhD degree (or close to completion) in relevant disciplines.
• Strong background in marine biology and ecology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on seagrass sediment carbon stocks.
• Disseminate findings through publications and conferences.

Skills

Marine Biology

Ecology

Data Analysis

Research Publication

Education

PhD in Geosciences

PhD in Marine Science

PhD in Ecology

Tools

Statistical Software

GIS Tools

Job description

About the role

Applications are invited for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Associatein tropical seagrass systems. The successful candidate will work with Dr Holly East as a part of the project ‘Seagrass bright spots and their potential to mitigate climate change’. The project is funded by the Leverhulme Trust, and aims to understand the carbon storage capacity of seagrass meadows in the Maldives Archipelago.

Project objectives are: (i) to determinecontemporary and temporal changes in seagrass sediment carbon stocks and associated carbon dioxide emissions (offsets or increases); and (ii) to analyse the relationships between shifts in seagrass areal extent and nutrient loading.

The candidate will be expected to disseminate research findings in peer-reviewed publications and at international conferences.

The role is fixed-term for 11.5 months.

About the team

This Research Project is being delivered within the Department of Geography and Environmental Science within the Faculty of Engineering & Environment at Northumbria University, Newcastle, UK.The successful candidate will work with Dr. Richard Unsworth (co-Investigator), Swansea University, as well as a broader team of international collaborators.

About you

Applicants should hold aPhD degree (or close to completion) in Geosciences, Physical Geography, Marine Biology, Ecology, Marine Science, or another related discipline.

Further information about the requirements of the role is available in theperson specification.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contactDr. Holly East ([e-mail]).

To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV.