Dear all, see below the description. Please do not contact me about it. Matheus C. Carvalho Senior Research Associate Centre for Coastal Biogeochemistry Research Southern Cross University Lismore, NSW, Australia 61-4-8899-0092 http://is.gd/istopematheus https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6X_viFhqGovGtWIedEUSkA
HR Services Vacancy ID: 15050 Position: Postdoctoral Researcher – Coral Reef Biogeochemistry Work Unit: School of Environment, Science and Engineering Cost Centre: Senior Deputy Vice Chancellor Campus: Lismore Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed-term (up to 3 years) Availability: Public Salary: $75,891 (Level A, Year 6) - $85,628 (Level B, Year 1) per annum plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation Closing Date: Wednesday, 10 June 2015 at 9am AEST Open to: Australian and International applicants *Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply POSITION OVERVIEW The School of Environment, Science and Engineering delivers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the areas of Environmental Science, Marine Science and Forest Science. The School has three established Research Centres (Centre for Coastal Biogeochemistry, Marine Ecology Research Centre and Forest Research Centre), which are actively growing. The Centre for Coastal Biogeochemistry wishes to appoint a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to our coral reef biogeochemistry program. The ARC funded position will be offered for up to 3 years, with the possibility of a further fixed-term contract dependent upon performance and additional external funding being available. The Centre for Coastal Biogeochemistry has a number of post-graduate, postdoctoral and senior researchers working in similar areas, which provides an environment for intellectual stimulation and opportunities for exchange of ideas. The Centre has world-class infrastructure including a brand new stable isotope facility with full technical support, a membrane inlet mass spectrometer (MIMS), well equipped inorganic and organic chemistry laboratories, and a range of field equipment including benthic chambers, data sondes and Picarro Cavity Ring-down Spectrometers (see http://scu.edu.au/coastal-biogeochemistry). Current research programs include enhanced acidification of coral reefs driven by inputs of nutrients and organic matter e.g. Geophysical Research Letters 41, 5538-5546, dissolution of shallow coral reef sediments in an acidifying ocean e.g. Nature Climate Change 4, 969-976 and nitrogen cycling in permeable carbonate sediments e.g. Biogeosciences 10, 1-16. The Postdoctoral Researcher is expected to contribute to this work and develop independent research in one or more of these, and/or similar areas. The successful applicant would be responsible for the planning and implementation of field and laboratory work, data analysis, synthesis and interpretation, preparation of manuscripts for submission for publication in refereed journals, preparation of reports to funding sources e.g. ARC, preparation of funding proposals, and assistance, as appropriate, in supervising undergraduate and/or postgraduate students undertaking research projects within this larger program. Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant field such as biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry or a closely related field, and experience in carbonate geochemistry. Experience with coral reefs, benthic chambers, stable isotope biogeochemistry, electronic field equipment, continuous high-density data sets from automated instrumentation and modelling would also be an advantage. Applicants should be highly motivated, enthusiastic and have a strong desire to publish in high impact journals. The position will be based in Australia but may require travel to reef locations around the world. The successful applicant may be required to travel between all University campuses in order to undertake their duties. Position advertisement page 2 Position advertisement HR Services SELECTION CRITERIA Ideally, the appointee should possess the following qualifications, skills, abilities and experience: 1. PhD in biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry or other relevant field. 2. Demonstrated publication record in high impact internationally refereed journals. 3. Demonstrated experience in carbonate geochemistry. 4. Experience in one or more of the following: coral reefs, electronic field equipment, continuous high- density data sets from automated instrumentation, flumes, stable isotopes, benthic chambers, scientific diving, field work in remote areas, modelling. 5. Experienced in multidisciplinary, team-based research activities with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders. 6. Highly developed organisational and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 7. Experience in applying workplace health and safety procedures for field work, laboratories and laboratory equipment. 8. A capacity for adaptability and flexibility in a rapidly changing environment. 9. Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity and equity in the workplace. MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR ACADEMIC STAFF Level A A Level A academic will work with the support and guidance from more senior academic staff and is expected to develop his or her expertise in one or more categories of scholarship with an increasing degree of autonomy. A Level A academic will normally have completed four years of tertiary study or equivalent qualifications and experience and may be required to hold a relevant higher degree. A Level A academic will be required to contribute to one or more categories of scholarship at the institution, at a level appropriate to the skills and experience of the staff member, and/or engage in professional activities appropriate to his or her profession or discipline, and undertake administration primarily relating to his or her activities at the institution. The contribution to teaching of Level A academics will be primarily at undergraduate and graduate diploma level. A Level A academic will typically conduct scholarship activities under limited supervision either independently or as a member of a team and will normally hold a relevant higher degree. A Level A academic will normally work under the supervision of academic staff at Level B or above, with an increasing degree of autonomy as the academic gains skills and experience. Depending on their qualifications, a Level A academic may supervise research students and may publish the results of research conducted as sole author or in collaboration. He or she will undertake administration primarily relating to his or her activities at the institution. Level B A Level B academic will be required to engage in one or more categories of scholarship on an independent or team basis in his or her discipline or related area. A Level B academic will make an independent contribution through professional practice and expertise and coordinate and/or lead the activities of other staff, as appropriate to the discipline. A Level B academic may be required to contribute to the scholarship of teaching at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate level, engage in independent research and/or professional activities appropriate to his or her profession or discipline. He or she will normally undertake administration primarily relating to his or her activities at the institution and may be required to perform the full academic responsibilities of and related administration for the coordination of an award program of the institution. A Level B academic may be required to supervise postgraduate research students or projects. A Level B academic would normally have experience in scholarship activities, which have resulted in publications in refereed journals or other demonstrated scholarship activities. For further information go to the University’s Minimum Standards for Academic Staff. COMPLIANCE AND LEGISLATIVE KNOWLEDGE All University employees must comply with the requirements of: • The University’s Code of Conduct; • University laws, rules and policies; and • All relevant federal and state legislation, rules and regulations. page 3 Position advertisement HR Services WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY • Comply with the University's workplace health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the health and safety of yourself and others at the University. • Take corrective action to eliminate hazards at the workplace, or report those beyond their control to their immediate supervisor. • Cooperate with the University to enable compliance with the relevant state WHS legislation and regulations. CONTACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Name: Professor Bradley Eyre, Director, Centre for Coastal Biogeochemistry Phone: +61 2 6620 3773 Email: [email protected] APPLICATION INFORMATION This position may attract relocation assistance. See the Relocation Assistance Policy for more details. Your application must include a completed Job Application Cover Sheet, quote the Vacancy ID, systematically address the selection criteria, and include a CV, a list of publications, and the names, email, fax and phone number of two confidential referees. Also provide a one-page outline on how you expected to contribute to our coral reef biogeochemistry program and an area (if any) in which you would like to develop independent research. For further assistance go to Applying for a Position. Do not include copies of your degrees, diplomas, certificates, academic transcripts etc, with your application. If your application is successful you will be required to provide the originals of your qualifications when you commence. Useful Links: • School of Environment, Science & Engineering • Information for Applicants • SCU at a glance • Why work at SCU? Applications, including your completed Job Application Cover Sheet, are to be submitted by email to [email protected]. Please note that applications close at 9am AEST on the closing date. Applications submitted after this time will not be accepted. The University is committed to equal opportunity, workplace health and safety and cultural diversity.
