Postdoc: Ocean Heat Content & Climate Analysis

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,450 - 29,710; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCUK pension scheme

Generous leave scheme (up to 30 days leave)

Opportunities for further training and development

Job summary

A leading marine science organization is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Southampton. This role involves generating global estimates of ocean heat content and investigating spatial distribution. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Physical Oceanography and experience in analyzing oceanographic data. Opportunities for research cruises and collaborations with global scientists are available. Salary is competitively banded with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD, or equivalent research experience, in Physical Oceanography.
• Experience in analysis of in situ oceanographic data.

Responsibilities

• Generate global estimates of full-depth ocean heat content (OHC).
• Investigate the spatial distribution of OHC since 2000.
• Collaborate with project partners on climate system analyses.
• Participate in relevant field campaigns or cruises.

Skills

Analysis of in situ oceanographic data

Research experience in Physical Oceanography

Education

PhD or equivalent research experience

Job description

A leading marine science organization is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Southampton. This role involves generating global estimates of ocean heat content and investigating spatial distribution. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Physical Oceanography and experience in analyzing oceanographic data. Opportunities for research cruises and collaborations with global scientists are available. Salary is competitively banded with additional benefits.