The Institute of Marine Science in the Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland seeks to appoint a Post-doctoral Research Fellow to research ecological processes in intertidal or shallow subtidal marine sediments and linking knowledge of ecosystem structure and function to ecosystem dynamics.
The successful applicant will be expected to work on one of two projects:  Analysis of seafloor survey data to identify break points in ecological communities and their relationship to cumulative impacts; Or  Ecosystem function in carbonate rich sediments. Depending on the project, applicants should have a strong and well documented experience in soft-sediment ecology, biogeochemistry or the analysis of community data. We seek someone who will develop a successful research project that has potential for further development and extramural funding. Successful applicant will likely work in a trans-disciplinary manner and foster collaboration within the Institute. This is a full-time position for a fixed-term of two years funded by the Faculty of Science to support the Director of the Institute of Marine Science, Professor Simon Thrush. The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through flexible employment practices and a culture that encourages and supports staff to reach their full potential. We offer a competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, and over 300 different career development courses. In addition, the University offers a company superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. For more information please visit: Career development and benefits. Candidates should provide a letter of application addressing their research experience, how they might look to develop the potential project and future research goals, curriculum vitae, publication list and the names and e-mail addresses of at least three referees. Position is available from April 2018. Applications up to 30 May 2018 will be considered unless an appointment is made earlier. All applications need to be made online - www.opportunities.auckland.ac.nz, job code: 19743. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard online registration process. Please submit your CV and cover letter in one document.
