Applications are invited for the above fixed term full-time post working in The School of Ocean Sciences.

Duties will include using tidal proxies to validate existing tidal model simulations for the Proterozoic, Carboniferous, and Cretaceous. New simulations will be done to tune the model and for unexplored time slices, and the results prepared for dissemination at conferences and in publications. The project is a collaboration between scientists at Bangor University and Royal Holloway University of London.

Candidates should be educated to PhD standard (or near completion) or equivalent in numerical modelling of a relevant subject such as physics, oceanography, or geodynamics and have previous experience of working with tidal model outputs, preferably of the past, and disseminate published results.

The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible and the post is available until 30/06/2023.

This role will be located on campus at Menai Bridge. Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (although remaining in the UK) to support work life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview.

Applications will be considered to carry out this role on a part-time or job share basis.

Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.

Closing date for applications:  08 Setpember 2022

Committed To Equal Opportunities

Overview

The post is located at the School of Ocean Sciences, a leading research institution in marine science, and one of the largest teaching departments in Europe. The school is home to well-resourced groups in the principal disciplines of biology, chemistry, geology, and physics.

The Project

Milankovitch cycles and tidal history (MATCH) is a NERC funded research project aiming to develop and collate proxies of past tides and constrain numerical tidal model simulations. These will be used to provide better estimates of the evolution of the Earth-Moon system. With researchers at Bangor University and Royal Holloway University of London, the candidate will join an experienced project team on a mature project, with data already available to be analysed.

Purpose of the Job

The post is part of an established team working on deep-time Earth System science, particularly tides. The postholder will be responsible for comparing existing proxies and model simulations, and planning and conducting new simulations and analysing the model outputs. They are expected to publish the results in peer-reviewed journals alongside presenting them at national and international conferences. This is a multidisciplinary and multi-institution project, and the post holder is expected to liaise with the project partners and take an active part role in moving the project forward. Excellent interpersonal skills are vital.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Evaluate existing numerical tidal model simulations and compare results to existing tidal proxies for the periods of interest.
  • Do new tidal model simulations, if necessary, to tune the model to data.
  • Assist with collection of new data in the field.
  • Delivering research outcomes: contribute to the dissemination of research outputs through relevant scientific articles, public press releases, and conferences.
  • Participation in in project meeting and coordinating the project to meet aims.
  • Monitoring of financial controls associated with the research project.
  • Advise and collaborate with Master’s and PhD students within the research programme.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
  • The post holder will be expected to participate in performance review and developmental activities.
  • The post holder will be expected to comply with the University’s equality policies and statements, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Scheme.
  • The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for themselves and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by their actions or inactions.
  • The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
  • The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their post.
Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• A PhD (or be near completion) or equivalent in numerical modelling of a relevant subject such as physics, oceanography, or geodynamics.

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

  • The ability to undertake quantitative analysis of tidal data.
  • Experience of numerical modelling of tides.
  • Proven track record of producing relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage.
  • Proven track record of delivering conference presentations commensurate with career stage.

Desirable

  • Tectonic research experience
  • Experience of working with paleo-tides
  • Experience of geological field work

Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Demonstrate good computer skills
  • Demonstrate good verbal and written skills
  • Demonstrate good analytical skills, ability to analyse numerical data and present results appropriately
  • Demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines

Desirable

  • Demonstrate experience using supercomputers
  • Demonstrate proven project management skills
  • Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team
  • Demonstrate interpersonal skills
  • The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role
General

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.

We are a member of Advance HE’s Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Bronze award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University’s policies, practices, and culture. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.

All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references.

All candidates must meet the requirements of UK ‘right to work’ requirements *** If you require Home Office permission to work in the UK, or need to switch your visa status in order to take this job  we recommend you use the following link to information about the routes into employment and to check eligibility requirements.

Please note that we are unable to employ anyone who does not have the right to live and work in the UK legally.   When applying for this post you will be required to explain the basis upon which you believe you will be able to live and work in the UK legally on the commencement date of the role should your application be successful.

Candidates should also note that they may be required to apply for an ATAS certificate (Academic Approval Technology Scheme)  from the Counter-Proliferation and Arms Control Centre of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office before being able to apply for a visa.

Please note that, in the event of applications being received from candidates on the University’s Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.

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