Junior Research Fellow (Assist Lect) Dept of Oceanography needed at University of Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., marine biogeochemistry, oceanography, environmental/Earth science, chemistry).
• At least two years of relevant postdoctoral experience
• Experience conducting experiments and collecting samples at sea
• Strong background in experimental design and proficiency in applying analytical techniques related to marine biogeochemistry
• Experience with isotope ratio mass spectrometry and the calibration and interpretation of isotope data
• Experience working in low-oxygen and/or low-nutrient environments
• A track record of conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate on research projects
• Experience mentoring students in a research setting
• Excellent interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills

THE FOLLOWING WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS:

• Experience using the denitrifier method to measure nitrogen isotopes
• Experience conducting research using complementary techniques such as marine ‘omics
• Experience in phytoplankton culturing techniques and designing laboratory-based culture studies
• Multiple first-author publications in international peer-reviewed journals

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and conduct field-based marine biogeochemistry research, including on research cruises, that contributes to research project deliverables.
• Analyse a range of biogeochemical parameters in the laboratory, including the nitrogen and oxygen isotope ratios of dissolved and particulate nitrogen species via isotope ratio mass spectrometry.
• Contribute to methods development, to improve and/or augment ongoing efforts in the Marine Biogeochemistry Lab.
• Contribute to project logistics and annual reporting.
• Participate in project meetings and other collaborative activities including workshops and summer schools.
• Develop an independent, complementary research stream to augment the vision and capabilities of the Marine Biogeochemistry Lab.
• Prepare and publish research findings in internationally recognised, peer-reviewed journals.
• (Co-)supervise and mentor postgraduate students.
• Present research at national and international conferences.
• Contribute to grant writing to secure funding for future projects.
• Maintain excellent planning and organisational skills to ensure efficient research project execution.