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Institute for Environmental Research

Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO)

Sydney, Australia.



2-year term (extendible to 3-years):

Salary range: A$66,451 (plus superannuation)


A post-doctoral position is available for an experienced and energetic
experimental scientist to conduct independent and team-based research in
the application of isotopic and cosmogenic analytical methods to study
paleo-climate variability with focus on the Southern Hemisphere.
Experience in using climate archives based on tree rings, speleothems,
corals, lake/ocean sediments, ice  or glacial deposits, and with a  
working
knowledge in the role of cosmogenic radionuclides (i.e., C-14, Be-10,
Al-26), U-series dating  and stable isotopes (?18O and ?13C) related to
paleo-environmental studies is required. The successful candidate will
work in various aspects of paleo-climate variability related, for  
example,
to glacial chronologies and cycles, Antarctic studies, landscape change,
atmospheric and ocean circulation, or paleo-hydrology. The Institute's
paleoclimate change project is supported within ANSTO and by  
Australasian
universities and he or she will be encouraged to foster their own  
research
directions in the above topics. Analytical work will involve  
measurements
of C-14, Be-10 and Al-26 at our ANTARES and STAR Accelerator Mass
Spectrometry Facility, and stable isotope and U-series dating at
collaborating universities.  A suite of chemistry laboratories for AMS
sample preparation is also available. Experience in field excursions,
sampling methods, relevant sample preparation techniques is also  
required.
Familiarity with Accelerator Mass Spectrometry techniques is desirable

Further information on the post-doctoral research fellowship can be
obtained by contacting Dr David Fink on +61 2 9717 3048 or email
fink at ansto.gov.au <mailto:David.Fink at ansto.gov.au>



Information on how to apply and to view the selection criteria please
consult the application information package
<https://ansto.nga.net.au/mjs_customer_data/ansto/file_library/Modern% 
20and%20paleo%20climate%20variability%20fellowship_Advert%20position% 
20Application%20package.pdf>
 on the ANSTO website (www.ansto.gov.au <http://www.ansto.gov.au/> ) or
contact Megan Lusty on +61 (02) 9717-3094 (megan.lusty at ansto.gov.au).
Applications should be submitted on-line and must address the selection
criteria, provide a CV, a brief description of current and proposed
research activities, and include the names of at least 3 referees.



Applications close on  Friday May 1st, 2009