Organisation/Company: CNRS
Research Field: Environmental science » Earth science
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Country: France
Application Deadline: 30 Nov 2024 - 12:00 (Europe/Paris)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
As part of the international REFUGE-ARCTIC project ( https://refuge-arctic.ulaval.ca/index.html ), the La Rochelle University and French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), France, invite applications for an 18-month postdoctoral position in Arctic coastal ocean and glaciers modeling to start in January 2025:
The laboratory
LIENSs is an Interdisciplinary Joint Research Unit part of the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and La Rochelle University. The laboratory focuses on addressing the challenges related to the sustainability of coastal areas, which are increasingly vulnerable to the impacts of global warming and anthropogenic activities. It hosts approximately 80 researchers, 29 permanent engineers and technicians, 24 postdoctoral and invited researchers, as well as 40 Ph.D. students.
Project
The Arctic climate is transitioning into a new state due to rising levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gasses. As a result, the years 2015–2022 have been the warmest on record, with a significant average temperature increase of +5°C in January since 1900. This warming has led to rapid changes in the Arctic Ocean's hydrographic properties, circulation, and sea ice. This postdoctoral project will integrate into this initiative, using the ECCO-Darwin ocean biogeochemistry model to simulate how glacier melt influences primary production, air-sea CO2 fluxes, carbon export to depth, and sediment burial. The candidate will develop a high-resolution regional model of the Lincoln Sea/Nares Strait with the latest numerical developments in glacier melt modeling. This role is crucial for advancing our understanding of coastal biogeochemical dynamics. The selected candidate will be hosted at La Rochelle University in northwest France.
Skills and Requirements
Ph.D. in Oceanography or equivalent engineering qualifications
Strong expertise in coastal ocean dynamics and modeling
Proficiency in programming, with a minimum requirement of Fortran and Python
Excellent English skills, both written and verbal, with effective communication abilities
Employment
Full-time and fully-funded position for at least 18 months. Starting date in January 2025. The candidate will be hosted at the LIENSs laboratory, La Rochelle University, located in the coastal city of La Rochelle, France.
Application Materials:
A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including an educational background
Contact information for one or two academic references
For inquiries about the position, please feel free to contact Vincent Le Fouest at the provided email address.
Where to Apply
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Additional Information
French national health insurance
Leaves according to the French labor law
Work Location(s)
Company/Institute: La Rochelle University and French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS)
Country: France
City: La Rochelle
Postal Code: 17000
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