Research Assistant Professor in Ocean Dynamics

3 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention Full time
About the Role

This is a fixed-term position available from 1 October 2019 or by negotiation. The project involves using numerical simulations to study interactions between submesoscales, near-inertial oscillations, and boundary layer turbulence.

As a Research Assistant/Research Associate, you will develop and conduct individual and collaborative research objectives, proposals, and projects, with guidance if required.

You may also be asked to assist in the supervision of student projects and the development of student research skills.



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