Posted: 12 November 2026 - Hobart, Australia
The University of Tasmania seeks a Research Associate to conduct laboratory-intensive sediment provenance research on Pliocene glaciomarine cores from the Aurora Subglacial Basin. This fixed-term, 2-year position involves deriving multi-proxy provenance data to benchmark East Antarctic ice loss, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to high-impact publications. The role supports graduate supervision and aligns with the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies' internationally renowned Antarctic science. Applicants must hold a PhD in geology, geochemistry, or a relevant field, with a strong record of research excellence and publication.