Postdoctoral researcher – University of Delaware

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

Overview

A postdoctoral researcher position is available at the School of Marine Science and Policy, University of Delaware. The postdoctoral researcher will undertake an investigation of the role that the ocean plays in glacier retreat along the west Antarctic Peninsula shelf. The project focuses on understanding heat transport processes across the shelf and their impact on ice melt, using historical data and newly-developed high-resolution models of the shelf and adjacent glacier fjords. The project is part of a collaborative effort with scientists at University of Oregon, Old Dominion University, and University of South Florida. The position is based at the Newark campus with opportunities to interact with scientists at both Newark and Lewes campuses.

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at: http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

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.
• Use a combination of historical data and high-resolution model output to address research questions.
• Collaborate with scientists at University of Oregon, Old Dominion University, and University of South Florida.

Qualifications

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

Details

• One-year appointment, with renewal for a second year contingent upon performance and funding.
• Location: Newark campus, with interaction across Newark and Lewes campuses.

Application Process

• Candidates should submit a cover letter, statement of research, CV, and graduate transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted) through the University of Delaware Jobs website (ID# 103796).
• Three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent electronically to Dr. Carlos Moffat at [e-mail].
• Applicants should indicate in their cover letter the date by which they anticipate having their doctoral degree conferred.
• Additional information is available at www.carlosmoffat.com or by contacting Prof. Carlos Moffat.
• Priority will be given to applications received by September 15, 2016.
• The position is available starting as soon as Winter 2017.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at: http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html