[Coral-List] PhD scholarship in Physical Oceanography (Marine Heat Waves) - University of Western Australia

[Camille Grimaldi]

Dear colleagues,

We have a *fully-funded PhD* scholarship opportunity with a focus on
physical oceanography available through the University of Western
Australia’s Oceans Graduate School (https://www.uwa.edu.au/schools/oceans)
and the Minderoo Foundation (https://www.minderoo.org/flourishing-oceans/).


*Climate Refugia for Conservation: Physical ocean environment*


*Research project*

The project seeks to identify key habitats for protection (e.g., coral
reefs) – including for the creation and or expansion of Marine Protected
Areas along the Western Australian coastline. The PhD candidate will
identify regions of likely thermal refugia for key habitat-forming species
based on knowledge of physical ocean processes at coastal to fine-scales.
The data used will include both coastal observations and ocean circulation
modelling output.



*Payment*

This position includes an annual tax-free stipend of *$AUD40,900*.



*Eligibility*

Candidates should demonstrate a high level of academic achievement (as
demonstrated through Honours or Masters degree coursework marks) and
research experience in physical oceanography or a related field. Applicants
with experience in scientific coding (Python, Matlab, R), ocean modelling,
and ocean-based field work are desirable. The position is open to both
Australian and non-Australian citizens.



*Application Instructions*

To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your research interests
and experience, a CV and the names and contact information for two
professional references to:

Dr. Michael Cuttler, email: michael.cuttler at uwa.edu.au

Prof. Ryan Lowe, email:  ryan.lowe at uwa.edu.au

Dr. Kate Quigley, email: kquigley at minderoo.org

Dr. Camille Grimaldi, email: camille.grimaldi at uwa.edu.au



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*Camille Grimaldi (she/her)*

AIMS at UWA Postdoctoral Research Associate

camille.grimaldi at uwa.edu.au

Australian Institute of Marine Science • The University of Western
Australia, Perth WA •  Oceans Institute  •  Ocean Graduate School