Lecturer in Sediment Dynamics - Bangor University in Bangor

Job Title: Lecturer in Sediment Dynamics

Job Number
BU00224
School/Department
School of Ocean Sciences
Grade
7
Salary Information
Grade 7: £30,424 - £36,298 p.a.
Contract Duration
3 years
Responsible to
Dean Of College, CNS


Applications are invited from candidates with research experience in marine sedimentary dynamics with particular expertise in the application of acoustic and optical techniques to the study of the properties and dynamics of suspended particulate matter in estuarine environments.

Candidates should have completed, or be soon completing, a PhD in this field. They should have an interdisciplinary ethos and have an interest in collaborative research with specialists in coastal oceanography and catchment/fluvial dynamics. The successful candidate will work closely with the Dean of College, Professor Colin Jago, and will take a leading role in the development and delivery of on-going NERC and INTERREG research projects in the Conwy estuary.

The successful candidate will also deliver appropriate modules within our BSc and MSc teaching programmes in sedimentary environments and sediment dynamics.

The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible and the post is available for a period of 3 years.

Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website at jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of accessibility issues, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 382926.

Closing date for applications: 19 April 2013. Interviews will take place in May 2013.

For informal discussions concerning this position, candidates are encouraged to contact Professor Colin Jago, Head of the College of Natural Sciences, tel: +44 (0)1248 382866, e-mail: oss072@bangor.ac.uk

Committed To Equal Opportunities
Overview

The University is organised into five Colleges and within the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) there are three academic schools (Environment, Natural Resources and Geography; Ocean Sciences and Biological Sciences) together with the Welsh Institute of Natural Resources (WINR), which focuses on applied research and development work. The core funding turnover of the College is £14M p.a. with an additional income of £6M p.a. from competitively won external research grants and contracts.

The School of Ocean Sciences (SOS) has 25 academic staff and 21 support staff. The student body consists of over 360 undergraduates, over 60 taught Masters students and 45 PhD students. Core research interests include marine biology and ecology, including the sustainable management of living natural resources in the marine environment; physical oceanography; geological oceanography; biogeochemistry and climate change science.
Purpose of the Job

To carry out research in marine sediment dynamics in estuarine and coastal environments with particular emphasis on the application of acoustic and optical techniques to the study of the properties and dynamics of suspended particulate matter in estuarine environments.

To work in an interdisciplinary team and to undertake collaborative research with specialists in coastal oceanography and catchment/fluvial dynamics.

To work closely with the Dean of College, Professor Colin Jago, and take a leading role in the development and delivery of on-going NERC and INTERREG research projects in the Conwy estuary.

To deliver appropriate modules within our BSc and MSc teaching programmes in sedimentary environments and sediment dynamics.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

Research
• to develop and maintain a productive research programme in the area of marine sediment dynamics in particular with relevance to estuarine environments
• to ensure the production of an adequate number of high quality research publications, attempting to achieve high impact journals and to attract a good citation profile
• to utilise to best effect both the seagoing facilities and the strong interdisciplinary research culture of the School
• to support and collaborate with the Dean of College in his research in fine particle dynamics and sediment transport and sedimentation in estuarine and coastal environments

Teaching
• contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Marine Sedimentology and Earth Sciences in support of the Dean of College
• to contribute to student field courses as required
• to support teaching in other areas of the School as required
• to maintain an excellent standard of teaching as indicated by peer observation, quality assessment, student feedback etc
• to undertake marking and provide feedback to students on time as required under the student charter


Other Duties and Responsibilities

Other
• to maintain an up to date record of job performance and activities and to participate in the appraisal (performance review) process
• to undertake other administrative and support duties as requested by the Dean of College
Person Specification

Applicants will be assessed against the following criteria:

Essential
• Research experience in marine sedimentary dynamics
• Expertise in the application of acoustic and optical techniques, especially LISST laser sizers and ADCP techniques for turbulence parameters
• Experience of use of the above techniques for the study of the properties and dynamics of suspended particulate matter in estuarine environments, especially the river-estuary transition zone.
• A PhD in this field (or soon to complete)
• An interdisciplinary training and ethos with an interest in collaborative research with specialists in coastal oceanography and catchment/fluvial dynamics.
• Ability and knowledge to teach specialist modules in sedimentary environments and sediment dynamics at BSc and MSc levels
• Clean UK driving licence
• Demonstrate an understanding of the bilingual nature of the institution and area and the ensuing responsibilities.

Desirable
• Previous experience of University teaching
• A degree in Marine Science or a related subject at Undergraduate and / or MSc level
General

All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.

All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references

All candidates must meet the requirements of UK ‘right to work’ requirements. If you require Home Office permission to work in the UK, or need to switch your visa status in order to take this job, please note that following the introduction by the Government of immigration limits on skilled workers we recommen

Deadline: 19/04/2013

How to Apply:

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