[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Position in Climatology and Paleoclimatology

[Peppe, Dan]

Postdoctoral Position in Climatology and Paleoclimatology



The Paleoclimate, Paleobotany, and Paleogmagnetism Laboratory at Baylor University (https://sites.baylor.edu/daniel_peppe/), in collaboration with the Climate Dynamics Group at the University of Texas at Austin (https://www.jsg.utexas.edu/researcher/kerry_cook/), is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for an Office of the Vice Provost for Research Postdoctoral appointment at Baylor University. We seek an applicant with a strong background in paleoclimate, climate, hydrological, and/or ecosystem modeling and programming to contribute to a project aimed at understanding the regional climate dynamics that influence the formation and variability of Lake Victoria and its surrounding ecosystems from the Pleistocene to the present.



The position is a full-time postdoctoral appointment, beginning June 1, 2021, with the possibility of renewal for up to three years. Salary is $47,500/year, plus benefits.



Required qualifications:

  *   PhD, or completion of all requirements for PhD, by June 1, 2021 in earth/environmental sciences, climatology, atmospheric science, statistics, or a closely related field
  *   Experience working with numerical climate, paleoclimate, land surface, terrestrial biosphere, ecosystem, vegetation, and/or hydrological models, and ideally experience with paleoclimate models and data
  *   Proficient programming skills in data analysis and compiled languages (Python, R, MATLAB, C++, Fortran, etc.), and experience using multi-processor computers
  *   Ability to perform independent research and to collaborate effectively with an international team of researchers
  *   Strong verbal and written communication skills and a track record of research presentations/publications



To apply, please submit the following materials by email to Daniel Peppe (daniel_peppe at baylor.edu<mailto:daniel_peppe at baylor.edu>) with the subject line "Postdoc Application" before January 11, 2021:

  *   A cover letter detailing current research accomplishments, experiences, interests, and goals
  *   Full academic CV
  *   Names and contact information for three references

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