Post Doctoral Research Scholar
Job Description
Posting Number
PG191415PDPosition Number
00110687Position Type
Post DocFLSA
ExemptDepartment ID
112101 - Applied EcologyDepartment
112101 - Applied EcologyJob City & State
Raleigh, NCEssential Job Duties
The Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center (SE CASC) in partnership with Consortium host NC State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in Population and Community Ecology to conduct research and synthesis at the intersection of climate change and invasive species. The mission of the SE CASC is to help fish, wildlife, ecosystems, and people adapt to a changing climate. The SE CASC focuses on the co-production of actionable science for natural and cultural resource management.
The Postdoctoral Scholar will have an opportunity to:
- Conduct research and data analyses on climate change and invasive species.
- Develop a quantitative literature review of climate change and invasive species in the Southeast and US Caribbean.
- Engage with regional scientists and managers in the Southeast Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (SE RISCC) Network.
- Mentor a group of graduate student research fellows on a team science project at the intersection of climate change and invasive species.
- Work with natural and cultural resource managers to translate scientific information.
We are particularly interested in Postdoctoral Scholars who focus on invasive plants to complement work on invasive animals in the Southeast Region. We are also looking for a scholar with strong quantitative skills, including experience with demographic or network modeling.
The Postdoctoral Scholar will be co-mentored by Rebecca Irwin (SE CASC Consortium Director), Cari Furiness (SE CASC Assistant Consortium Director), and technical experts in the SE CASC. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, a research statement (2 pages maximum) detailing field and quantitative skills, a mentoring statement (1-page maximum) discussing their prior experiences and approaches for mentoring students in research, and names and contact information for three professional references. Application review will begin on February 15 until the position is filled.
Other Work/Responsibilities
- Scholarly research and writing of peer-reviewed papers related to climate justice.
- Mentor interdisciplinary groups of graduate student global change research fellows on climate justice projects.
- Collaborate with regional and national climate justice leads in the CASC system.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pmDepartment Required Skills
- Ph.D. in a field relevant to climate justice.
- Prior published research in climate justice.
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines.
- Desire to apply natural and social science skills to issues of climate justice.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
n/a
Required License or Certification
n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required?
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoAnticipated Hiring Range
$63,000Job Open Date
01/21/2025Quick Link
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/214108AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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