PhD top-up scholarship: Mathematics/Physics/Engineering
The University of Adelaide
School of Mathematical Sciences
Posted on Wed Oct 31 2012Interactions between ocean waves and the floating sea ice that surrounds the polar regions are becoming increasingly important in the era of climate change. This has significant implications (i) for the future survival of the sea ice, and (ii) for the safety of human activities in these regions. The first operational model of wave-ice interactions has been created as part of the WIFAR project, with partners in Australia, New Zealand, Norway, France and Canada.
A PhD opportunity is available to help in the next stage of model enhancements.
You will work with Dr Luke Bennetts (Uni Adelaide), and will benefit from interactions with the WIFAR team. The model will also be used to improve the accuracy of future climate predictions in collaboration with members of Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO. Data from two unique recent experiments to investigate wave-ice interactions will be available to support modelling advances. The first data set is being obtained from wave buoys deployed in the Antarctic Ocean. The second data set will come from wave basin experiments conducted in France in January to February 2013.
Funding
The Australian Antarctic Division have funded the project as part of the Australian Antarctic Science Strategic Plan 2011-12 to 2020-21. The funding includes a PhD top-up scholarship of $7000 per annum. Funding is also included for the student to present his/her research at conferences.
Position requirements
To be successful you must:
- Have a first class honours degree or high 2a in mathematics, physics, or equivalent.
- Be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia prior to the closing date.
- Have, or expect to obtain, a PhD scholarship (see below).
To apply or for further information
Contact Dr Luke Bennetts, School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Adelaide.
email: luke.bennetts@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: (08) 8313 3143
**Mention you saw it on the AustMS website**