Postdoc: Ocean Heat & Ice Melt in West Antarctic Shelf

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Newark is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study the ocean's role in glacier retreat along the west Antarctic Peninsula. This position involves data analysis, collaboration with multiple universities, and requires a PhD in a relevant field. The role is for a one-year appointment with potential renewal and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in physical oceanography, glaciology, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience in observations and/or model output analysis.
• Strong quantitative and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate the role of the ocean in glacier retreat along the west Antarctic Peninsula shelf.
• Understand heat transport processes across the shelf and their impact on ice melt.
• Collaborate with scientists at partnered universities.

Skills

Observations

Model output analysis

Quantitative skills

Writing skills

Expertise in polar systems

Education

PhD in physical oceanography

PhD in glaciology

PhD in a closely related discipline

Job description

A leading research institution in Newark is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study the ocean's role in glacier retreat along the west Antarctic Peninsula. This position involves data analysis, collaboration with multiple universities, and requires a PhD in a relevant field. The role is for a one-year appointment with potential renewal and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment.