Postdoctoral Research Associate

3 days ago

Hobart, Australia University of Tasmania Full time

**Job no**: 501486
**Work type**: Full time
**Location**: Hobart, Statewide (all locations in Tasmania)
**Categories**: Research Focused
- Join an interdisciplinary team of scientists working to resolve sea level projection uncertainty
- Accelerate global climate action through modelling and data-driven Antarctic research
- 3 year fixed-term full-time role based in Hobart with relocation assistance considered

**About the opportunity**

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate with experience in numerical modelling to lead investigations into the dynamic component of the Antarctic ice sheet’s observed decadal variability. Although it is often overlooked, this variability offers a window of opportunity to understand ice-sheet-climate interactions and calibrate models. In this project, you will leverage the observed decadal variability, to project Antarctic contributions to sea level rise with improved accuracy. You will have a passion for Antarctica and quantitative skills that include programming and machine-learning or numerical ice sheet modelling.

**What you’ll do**:

- Determine parameter distributions in a model with errors using observations.
- Quantify ice sheet contributions to sea level rise with a calibrated model of major drainage basins.
- Make original contributions that advance Antarctic science and knowledge.
- Publish key findings in journals of high international standard, with communication to the public through outreach activities and to peers at workshops and conferences.

**What we’re looking for**:

- A PhD in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Earth Science or another relevant field.
- Experience in numerical modelling, ideally ice sheet modelling demonstrated through a record of publications in scientific journals.
- Excellent programming skills (e.g. Python, MATLAB, Fortran) and ideally also experience in High-Performance Computing.
- Demonstrated high level skills in scientific writing and capability to present work in various formats to diverse audiences.
- Ability to think outside the box and solve scientific problems with curiosity and rigor.
- Ability to work productively and collaboratively in a diverse team in which members have different skillsets and backgrounds.
- Capacity for research leadership (e.g., supervising or mentoring of postgraduate research students).

**Salary details**

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A and will have a total remuneration package of up to $125,877 comprising base salary within the range of $83,198 to $107,587 plus 17% superannuation.

**How to Apply**
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
- Your responses to the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience from the Position Description below
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

**Applications close Sunday, 30 November 2025, 11.55pm**

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

**Advertised**: 20 Oct 2025 Tasmania Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 30 Nov 2025 Tasmania Daylight Time

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