PDRA to analyse measurements of iodine in polar & temperate environments

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PDRA to analyse measurements of iodine in polar & temperate environments

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College of York

Job description

DivisionThe College of York’s Wolfson Atmospheric Chemistry Laboratories (WACL) want to recruit a Analysis Affiliate to analyse measurements of iodine in polar and temperate environments and to steer knowledge analyses and publication of those knowledge units. This publish is primarily to analyse earlier measurements of iodide and iodate in snow made in the course of the MOSAiC (Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Research of Arctic Local weather) icebreaker expedition with a purpose to consider their potential to contribute to reactive iodine within the Arctic ambiance. The publish is accessible from 1 June 2024 for a interval of as much as 16 months.WACL is the biggest devoted atmospheric chemistry facility within the UK, house to greater than 70 researchers. WACL helps an distinctive analysis setting, offering entry to state-of-the-art services and a variety of interdisciplinary experience. The Division of Chemistry, inside which WACL sits, is happy with its Athena SWAN Gold Award and strives to offer a working setting which permits all employees and college students to contribute absolutely, to flourish, and to excel.FunctionYou’ll examine the potential for iodine in snow to be launched to the ambiance through totally different mechanisms, to be investigated within the laboratory. Additionally, you’ll examine the open-ocean sources of iodine by co-ordinating kinetic stream tube research experiments learning the ozone-ocean-iodine system. Working with modellers to interpret the info from the MOSAiC venture and different related knowledge units, and with the broader venture staff together with postdoctoral analysis associates and PhD college students.The specificsConduct knowledge analyses of earlier measurements of iodide and iodate in snow made in the course of the MOSAiC expeditionExamine the potential for iodine in snow to be launched to the ambiance through totally different mechanisms, through laboratory and modelling researchMeasure inorganic iodine species in varied aqueous media utilizing ion chromatography (IC)Examine open-ocean sources of iodine by co-ordinating kinetic stream tube research experiments of the ozone-ocean-iodine systemAnalyse knowledge and lead publications on the sources and atmospheric impacts of iodineTo conduct analysis below the supervision of senior colleagues and to contribute to the manufacturing of analysisExpertise, Expertise & Qualification wantedA primary diploma in chemistry, physics or environmental/pure science and a PhD in atmospheric chemistryEarlier expertise of kinetic stream tube experimentsNicely-developed analytical expertise, consideration to element and dedication to high-quality measurementsInformation and expertise of information analyses and/or modellingExtremely developed oral and written communication expertisePotential to write-up analysis work for publications and to current to conferencesPotential and expertise to develop analysis goals and perform particular person and collaborative tasks, planning and prioritising personal work with a purpose to meet deadlinesPotential to design and conduct complicated experimentsExtremely motivated {and professional} work ethic, with dedication to top quality analysis, a collaborative ethos and a willingness to proactively assist colleagues and college studentsPotential to work intently with others inside a staff setting and independently utilizing personal initiativeInterview date: w/c thirteenth Might 2024For casual enquiries: Contact Professor Lucy Carpenter (lucy.carpenter@york.ac.uk)The College strives to be numerous and inclusive – a spot the place we will ALL be ourselves.We notably encourage purposes from individuals who establish as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who’re underrepresented on the College.We provide household pleasant, versatile working preparations, with boards and inclusive services to assist our employees.

Anticipated wage

£36024 – 44263 per 12 months

Location

York

Job date

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 06:23:09 GMT

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