[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Opportunity: Identifying and evaluating innovation opportunities for a net-zero emission energy system, Carnegie Institution Science Dept. of Global Ecology

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opportunities for a net-zero emission energy system


Department:  <https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/dge/> DGE - Global
Ecology

Salary: TBD

Location: Stanford, California

Carnegie Institution Science
<https://dge.carnegiescience.edu/labs/caldeira-lab> Department of Global
Ecology (DGE) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at its
Stanford Campus. Founded in 2002, scientists at DGE conduct basic and
applied research into the interactions among the Earth's ecosystems and
people. The Carnegie Institution has a deep commitment to scientific
excellence and diversity;  we strongly encourage applications from
candidates who will enrich and foster a culturally diverse and inclusive
environment. 

Selected fellow(s) will join a highly collaborative and productive team of
scientists identifying and evaluating innovative opportunities for net-zero
emission energy under the guidance of Dr.
<https://dge.carnegiescience.edu/labs/caldeira-lab> Ken Caldeira. Our
research focuses on developing innovative technologies and leveraging novel
modeling strategies (e.g., macro-energy, integrated-assessment, climate and
carbon-cycle modeling) to address urgent climate and energy challenges.
Examples of recent research include: understanding electricity storage
requirements for variable renewable electricity systems; a Monte Carlo
analysis of architectures for future near-zero emission energy systems; and
efficacy of seagrass as a carbon sink. 

Opportunities for independent research and publication are available.
Postdoctoral Fellows at DGE have access to valuable research resources to
launch successful scientific careers in academia and industry. Research
resources include technical support staff, research equipment, and
computing/IT resources. Opportunities to partner with other DGE scientists
may also be available depending on Fellow(s)' interests. DGE seeks to
provide a culture of mentoring and professional development for all
postdoctoral scientists; funding is available for travel to scientific
conferences; additional professional development/training programs are
offered internally.

Multiple positions are available with flexible start dates to begin within
18 months of this posting. Initial appointments are for 1 year, with
possible renewal up to 4 years. Carnegie offers competitive salary and
comprehensive benefits, including additional benefits to support employees
during the COVID-19 outbreak . In addition, a budget is available to
partially reimburse relocation expenses for successful candidates and their
immediate families.

Responsibilities: 

*        Work closely and collaboratively with other scientists to design,
implement, analyze and summarize innovative research on net-zero emission
energy technologies;

*        Publish results in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals; 

*        Present results at conferences and seminars. 

Required Qualifications: 

*        Ph.D. in any scientific or engineering discipline with a grounding
in the physical sciences or engineering;

*        Excellent written and oral communication skills;

*        Evidence of ability to work independently and in teams;

*        Commitment to a collegial and inclusive workplace. 

In light of the current pandemic and associated travel restrictions, we are
open to creative solutions for broad participation. Our scientists' safety
is of utmost importance at Carnegie; opportunities for remote work during
the pandemic will be available to all Fellows. 

Informal inquiries and questions about these positions should be directed to
Ken Caldeira (e-mail:  <mailto:kcaldeira at carnegiescience.edu>
kcaldeira at carnegiescience.edu). Applications will only be considered when
submitted through our application portal (see blue bar below). Applicants
are required to submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact
information of at least three professional references. 

Carnegie is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive
consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics
protected by law. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse
research community and we encourage applications by members of all
underrepresented groups.

 

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