Postdoc in Oceanography: Ocean Heat Transport & Climate

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Reading is looking for a Post-doctoral Researcher to investigate ocean heat transport and its impacts on climate. This role requires a PhD in physical oceanography, strong analytical skills, and experience in numerical modelling. The successful candidate will work on a 3-year project funded by NERC. Flexible starting date and diversity in workforce are encouraged.

Qualifications

• PhD in physical oceanography or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and computational skills required.
• Good knowledge of statistical analysis methods.
• Experience in numerical modelling is ideal.
• Ability to carry out independent research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of observation datasets like ARGO.
• Carry out and analyze numerical simulations.
• Investigate the impact of OHT changes on climate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computational skills

Knowledge of statistical analysis

Numerical modelling experience

Independent research capability

Communication skills

Education

PhD in physical oceanography or closely related field

Job description

A leading research institution in Reading is looking for a Post-doctoral Researcher to investigate ocean heat transport and its impacts on climate. This role requires a PhD in physical oceanography, strong analytical skills, and experience in numerical modelling. The successful candidate will work on a 3-year project funded by NERC. Flexible starting date and diversity in workforce are encouraged.