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Title | Ice-Ocean Modeller – Cambridge |
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The British Antarctic Survey is currently looking for an Ice-Ocean Modeller to join the Ice Dynamics and Palaeo-climate Team. The successful candidate will be an experienced Ice Ocean Modeller with an excellent academic profile including a strong mathematical background and a track record of running ocean models on high-performance computing facilities and interpreting the results. PurposeThe successful candidate will have to demonstrate that they have previously been involved in developing numerical ice-flow models and run the model. To run a regional ice flow model (Ua) of Ronne-Filchner ice shelf and all tributaries and to couple this model with an ocean model (MITgcm). Forecast the contribution of the area to global sea level change on a time scale of centuries. QualificationFirst degree in physical science/mathematics plus PhD (or equivalent) Duties- Set up and develop a regional ice flow model. Invert for model parameters such as basal slipperiness and englacial viscosity. On-line application forms and further information are available on our website at www.bas.ac.uk/jobs These are also available from the Human Resources Section, British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: (01223) 221508. Please quote reference: BAS 30/17 We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome. |