Postdoctoral Research Associate - Applied Palaeoclimatology
University of Tasmania —Hobart TAS
- $114,766 - $133,235 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree

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University of Tasmania —Hobart TAS
Familiarity with Antarctic datasets relevant to understanding current and past climate change and variability and cryosphere processes.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Applied Palaeoclimatology

University of Tasmania -
Hobart TAS

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Job Details

Full-time
$114,766 - $133,235 a year

Qualifications

Doctoral degree

Full Job Description

Job no: 503621
Work type: Full time
Location: Hobart
Categories: Research Focused

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

Advance internationally recognised Antarctic climate and palaeoclimate research
Be part of nationally funded research addressing critical climate challenges
Full time, Fixed-Term role until June 2028 with the possibility of a 12-month extension based in Hobart

About the opportunity

This position is funded by the Australian Centre for Excellence in Antarctic Science (ACEAS). ACEAS is a national-scale, university-led, research centre focused on helping the world prepare for climate risks emerging from East Antarctica and the Southern Ocean by integrating knowledge of the ocean, atmosphere, cryosphere and ecosystems, and their interplay. ACEAS 2026-2028 will focus on understanding the Denman region and its role in the broader Antarctic and Southern Ocean systems. The program leverages successful field campaigns and exciting opportunities to collaborate across disciplinary and institutional boundaries. Further information on ACEAS is available at http://antarctic.org.au/

What you’ll do:

Develop and interpret past climate records from Antarctic ice samples, including those collected during the 2023/24 Denman Terrestrial Campaign.
Undertake high-quality research of national and international standing.
Contribute to the successful supervision of research higher degree students.
Drive interdisciplinary collaboration within ACEAS, nationally amongst Antarctic researchers, and internationally.
Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What we’re looking for:

A PhD in glaciology, climate science or a relevant field (eg physics, geology, maths).
A good record of, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved national recognition and made worthwhile contributions to the field of Antarctic climate and palaeoclimate.
Familiarity with Antarctic datasets relevant to understanding current and past climate change and variability and cryosphere processes.
Experience, relative to current career stage, in research supervision, and supporting graduate level learning.
A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally with the discipline and wider research community.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
Resume
Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
For further information about this position, please contact Tessa Vance, Senior Research Fellow - Australian and Antarctic Palaeoclimatologist, [email protected]

Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Applications close Monday 27 July 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Advertised: 01 Jul 2026 Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close: 27 Jul 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

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