[ES_JOBS_NET] POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST - LDEO of COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

[Aileen Goldberg]

*Postdoctoral Research Scientist position, Lamont-Doherty Earth 
Observatory of Columbia University - Palisades, New York
*

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO) of Columbia University 
located in Palisades, New York, invites applications for a Postdoctoral 
Research Scientist position in the Uno Terrestrial Paleoecology Lab.The 
position will focus on applying biomarker approaches to reconstructing 
fire history in the Neogene of Africa with a particular focus on the 
Pleistocene of the Turkana Basin, Kenya. The work will involve (1) 
sampling, analysis, and interpretation of polycyclic aromatic 
hydrocarbon (PAHs) data extracted from wide range of sediments, (2) 
statistical analysis of PAHs to differentiate pyrogenic from petrogenic 
sources, and 3) integration of this data with existing vegetation and 
hydroclimate data for the region. Candidates with prior experience in 
these lab skills or analytical approaches are strongly preferred. Past 
and ongoing work on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts in STEM or 
the Earth Sciences is also preferred. The candidate will be expected to 
work collaboratively with members of the lab group and colleagues at 
other institutions.

Candidates should have completed or be nearing completion of a PhD in 
organic geochemistry or a related earth science field at the time of 
application. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational 
skills and ability to use independent judgment required. Evidence of the 
ability to conduct and publish high quality research is required.

Appointment will be for 1-year, with continuation pending progress.

The search will remain open for at least 30 days after the ad appears 
and will continue until the position is filled.

The desired start date for this position is on or around January 1, 2022.

Columbia University benefits offered with this Officer of Research 
appointment.

For further information about this position and to submit your 
application, curriculum vitae, cover letter, and contact information for 
three references, please visit our online application site at: 
https://academic.careers.columbia.edu/#/76714

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 
-- Race/Gender/Disability/Veteran.

The Lamont community values diversity and inclusion and encourages 
applications from members of underrepresented minority groups.

We accept online applications only.



-- 
Aileen Goldberg  (Pronouns: she/her)
Recruitment Specialist

Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY | EARTH INSTITUTE
Palisades, New York
Phone During Remote Operations: 917.991.5925
www.ldeo.columbia.edu
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