Research Fellows in Marine Biogeochemistry

Research Fellow – Marine Biogeochemistry (Southern Ocean)

We are seeking to recruit 2 Research Fellows in Marine Biogeochemistry to undertake research into the processes controlling biological productivity and trace element supply in the Southern Ocean. Based within the School of Ocean and Earth Science (SOES) of the University of Southampton and located at the National Oceanography Southampton (NOCS), the role will focus on the analysis of samples and observational and experimental data from the Southern Ocean within the NERC funded ‘Iron and Manganese Impacts on the Future of Southern Ocean Ecosystems (Iron‑Man)’ project.

• Undertake sample and data analyses originating from the recent research expedition associated with the project.
• Disseminate key aspects of the research project related to phytoplankton ecophysiology, trace element supply and biogeochemical cycling.
• Conduct innovative research resulting in publications in international refereed journals.
• Work as part of a large interdisciplinary oceanographic team and collaborate with partners across the UK and internationally.
• Explore your own research interests within the broader constraints of the overall project objectives.

• PhD
  * or equivalent in biological oceanography / marine biogeochemistry (or a related field).
• Knowledge or experience of at‑sea observational and/or experimental work, or data analysis thereof, related to phytoplankton/microbial ecology/physiology and trace elements would be advantageous.
• Strong quantitative and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct innovative research resulting in publications in international refereed journals.

• Full‑time, fixed‑term basis for 27 months.
• Supportive and rewarding environment for further development of knowledge, skills and experience.

We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and aim to foster a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity within our consortium. We welcome candidates from any and all backgrounds who have an interest in the role and project. We particularly encourage applicants with characteristics that may currently be underrepresented in ocean sciences including, but not limited to, women, individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals and people with disabilities.

Informal enquiries can be made to Prof.

C. Mark Moore on  or e‑mail c and Prof Maeve Lohan on  or e‑mail m /p>#J-18808-Ljbffr