Opportunity

Research Fellow in Physical Geography and Environmental Science

22th January 2025

Based at Northumbria University

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the UK Centre for Polar Observation and Modelling as a research fellow, specialising in land and/or sea ice Earth Observation.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in a quantitative subject such as physics, mathematics, computer science or engineering, or in a related, numerate discipline, such as geophysics or meteorology. A high level of ability and experience in scientific programming, a track record of analysing and interpreting large geophysical datasets, and the ability to independently develop and successfully carry out their own research ideas. Knowledge and experience of Earth Observation techniques is essential and a background in cryosphere research is desirable.

  • Application deadline: 19/02/2025, 23:59
  • Salary: Grade 6 £40,247 – £45,162
  • Full Time (open to flexible working)
  • Fixed-term two-year position, but the contract length will be reviewed after the successful completion of a probation period, with the opportunity to extend.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Inès Otosaka (ines.otosaka@northumbria.ac.uk)

For more information and to apply: visit the Work4NorthumbriaUniversity website.