[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral fellow - Metals in freshwater synthesis

[Costello, David]

Postdoctoral Fellow in Stream Biogeochemistry – USGS Powell Center Synthesis on Metals in Freshwaters


The USGS Powell Center working group Defining subsidy–stress gradients for metals and relevance for US surface waters<https://www.usgs.gov/centers/john-wesley-powell-center-for-analysis-and-synthesis/science/defining-subsidy-stress> is searching for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This synthesis group is funded jointly by the US Geological Survey and NSF Critical Zone Network and convenes an international team of ecologists, ecotoxicologists, geochemists, and mathematicians. This research team is synthesizing data on metals in the freshwater environment to gain understanding about the role of essential metals in river and stream ecosystems.


The Postdoctoral Fellow will work closely with the working group PIs to coordinate in-person and remote activities, synthesize data, and lead and contribute to publications. We seek a highly motivated individual with the flexibility to work independently and collaboratively and with strong organizational and leadership skills. We welcome applicants from across disciplines and encourage applications from scholars with expertise or interests in environmental metals. The Research Fellow will be funded for a minimum of 2 years, which is the timeframe of the synthesis activities, and includes competitive salary, benefits, and travel to Fort Collins, CO for a working group. The Research Fellow position will be at Kent State University supervised by PI Dave Costello, but with additional guidance from PIs Elizabeth Herndon (Oak Ridge National Laboratory), Angie Peace (Texas Tech U), and Travis Schmidt (USGS). To apply for this position, please send your CV, cover letter, and list of 3 professional references to Dave Costello (dcostel3 at kent.edu<mailto:dcostel3 at kent.edu>). Applications received by August 15, 2025 will receive full consideration.


Qualifications:

A PhD in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Toxicology, Earth Sciences, Geochemistry, Hydrology, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field. Prior contributions to team research, a desire to contribute to interdisciplinary synthesis, and a willingness to develop leadership skills. Experience with the creation of scientific products like datasets and/or peer reviewed publications. Aptitude for data management and programming (R and/or Python).


About Kent State:
Kent State University, located in Kent, OH, is a doctoral-granting public institution that enrolls approximately 40,000 students. Kent State has a vibrant and growing research community and is classified as an “R1: Very High Research Activity” institution by the Carnegie Classification. The Department of Biological Sciences (http://www.kent.edu/biology) has over 80 MS and PhD students, 1200 undergraduate students, and 40 faculty. Researchers in the department participate in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research through the Environmental Science and Design Research Institute (ESDRI), Brain Health Research Institute (BHRI), and Healthy Communities Research Institute (HCRI). The northeast Ohio region offers a range of affordable living options, quick access to Cleveland and Pittsburgh, and many natural areas for research and personal recreation, including the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Holden Arboretum, the “Emerald Necklace” of Cleveland Metroparks, and dozens of county parks.


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Dave Costello
Associate Professor
Biological Sciences
Kent State University
217 Cunningham Hall
330.672.2035

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