Research Fellow (Volcanologist/Geologist)

Qualifications and Experience 

The successful candidate must possess at minimum, a PhD from a recognised university, which should be in Volcanology, Geology, Earth Sciences or a closely related discipline. 

Candidates should also possess:

• Ideally at least three (3) years’ relevant postdoctoral or professional experience in geological fieldwork related to active or potentially active volcanic systems
• Experience in integrating geological observations with geophysical and/or geochemical monitoring datasets
• A good record of research and publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals
• Competence in geological mapping, stratigraphic analysis, and interpretation of volcanic deposits
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one (1) of the following areas:
  • Volcanic stratigraphy and eruption reconstruction
  • Geological mapping of volcanic terrains
  • Petrology and/or volcanic hazard assessments and characterisation 

Candidates with the following will have an advantage:

• Master’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or a closely related discipline
• Experience working within a volcano observatory or similar hazard monitoring institution
• Experience in research proposal development and project management
• Experience in synthesising multidisciplinary datasets for volcanic monitoring and advisory reporting
• Proficiency in hazard and risk communication, and crisis management
• Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for hazard mapping and spatial analysis (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS) 

The following would be considered assets:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or a related physical science discipline
• Experience in science communication, including engagement with at-risk communities
• Experience in contributing to eruption response or volcanic unrest investigations
• Experience in participating in externally funded projects
• Experience in the supervision of postgraduate students or Research Assistants
• Familiarity with geophysical techniques relevant to or used in volcano monitoring (e.g. InSAR, thermal imaging, multispectral analysis) 

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Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via the 'Apply' button above (e: STA-HRApplications@uwi.edu). Two (2) referees must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at https://sta.uwi.edu/jobs/ in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 2026 August 30  

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