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Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Fellow in Sea Ice Observations University of Otago in New Zealand

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Geology

Funding

Part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed-term appointment for one year. Salary is NZD 92,350 per annum pro-rata for Postdoctoral Fellow, or NZD 97,377 to NZD 114,943 per annum pro-rata for Research Fellow, with appointment level based on academic achievements, skills, and experience.

Deadline

Sep 20, 2026

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New Zealand

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University of Otago

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Keywords

Geology
Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
Climatology
Earth Science
Oceanography
Physics

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About this position

The University of Otago’s Department of Physics is advertising a Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Fellow position focused on sea ice observations, with work centered on compiling sea ice and pack ice observations from ASPeCt and fast ice records through the Antarctic Fast Ice Network (AFIN).

This role sits within SYNCHRONY (Synchronous Southern Ocean Observatory), a Horizon Europe project contributing to a coordinated observing system for the Southern Ocean and Antarctica, and to the broader international Antarctica InSync initiative. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of physicists, climate modellers, oceanographers, and atmospheric scientists.

Research interests and keywords: sea ice physics, Antarctic science, Southern Ocean observations, climate, oceanography, remote sensing, meteorology, geoscience, data management, and computing.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must already hold a PhD (or equivalent) and have a thesis and/or peer-reviewed publications in sea ice physics or a related physical sciences field. Strong data management and computing skills are required, together with the ability to work independently and collaborate with international researchers. Experience in Antarctic/Southern Ocean fieldwork and familiarity with ASPeCt/AFIN protocols are preferred.

Location: Dunedin, New Zealand. The appointment is part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed-term for one year. Salary is NZD 92,350 p.a. pro-rata for Postdoctoral Fellow or NZD 97,377–114,943 p.a. pro-rata for Research Fellow, depending on appointment level.

How to apply: submit a CV with publications, a one-page cover letter, and the names/contact details of three referees. Apply via the vacancy page before the deadline.

Deadline: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 11:59 PM NZST.

Funding details

Part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed-term appointment for one year. Salary is NZD 92,350 per annum pro-rata for Postdoctoral Fellow, or NZD 97,377 to NZD 114,943 per annum pro-rata for Research Fellow, with appointment level based on academic achievements, skills, and experience.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD (or equivalent) already awarded, with a thesis and/or international peer-reviewed publications in sea ice physics or a related physical sciences discipline such as oceanography, remote sensing, or meteorology. Strong data management and computing skills are required, along with the ability to work with international researchers and stakeholders, work independently, set priorities, manage time effectively, and engage in two-way discussions related to Vision Mātauranga. Preference is given to candidates with sea ice fieldwork experience in Antarctica and/or the Southern Ocean and familiarity with ASPeCt and/or AFIN protocols and datasets. The role also requires willingness and ability to support PhD, MSc, honours, and/or summer research students.

How to apply

Prepare a full CV with publications, a one-page cover letter explaining your fit and interest, and the names/contact details of three referees. Submit via the apply button on the vacancy page before the deadline.

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