Location: | Belfast, Hybrid |
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Salary: | £48,802 per annum. UKRI Pay Band E/S2 |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 20th March 2024 |
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Closes: | 4th April 2024 |
Job Ref: | 240000BU |
Based at the Geological Survey Northern Ireland (GSNI) in Belfast
UKRI Pay Band E/S2 – salary is £48,802 per annum
A great benefits package is offered, including an outstanding pension scheme, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to flexi-time
Full-time – 37 hours a week (some flexible working options may be available)
Fixed-term (3 years)
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Coastal Geomorphologist and System Modeller to join the BGS Coasts & Estuaries Team and be based at the Geological Survey Northern Ireland (GSNI) in Belfast.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the coasts and estuaries capability at GSNI by:
About you
You will have strong knowledge and an academic background in the practice and theory of coastal morphodynamics informed by a good understanding of hydrodynamics and will hold a PhD in a relevant subject area.
Models will be developed and applied in concert with field work and the acquisition of targeted observations, and therefore experience in field work and the use of innovative monitoring techniques and technologies will be required.
You will ideally have a peer-reviewed, published record of accomplishments commensurate with your career stage and you will be expected to seek external funding through the development of national and international research collaborations.
We are looking for someone with excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to articulate your research to both scientists and partners.
Please also refer to the additional specific essential and desirable skills criteria for this post.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 4th April 2024. Interviews are expected to be held in mid-April 2024 in Belfast.
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