[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral position in remote sensing of clouds at Florida State University

[Michael Diamond]

Dear colleagues and potential candidates,

Professor Michael Diamond's group at Florida State University is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate to conduct research in the area of remote sensing, aerosol-cloud interactions, and Arctic climate. The project will have implications for determining the feasibility of mixed-phase cloud seeding, a proposed climate intervention method to cool the polar regions, and thus preserve sea ice, by artificially glaciating clouds containing supercooled liquid water. The successful candidate will work on developing retrievals of cloud phase during polar night, utilizing advanced new passive and active satellite remote sensing products (e.g., ESA/JAXA EarthCARE). In addition to colleagues at FSU, the candidate will collaborate with and be co-mentored by team members at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (Dr. Colten Peterson) and the University of Colorado Boulder (Drs. Ivy Tan and Sebastian Schmidt).

Required qualifications for the position include: (1) a PhD in atmospheric science, oceanography, Earth and planetary science, physics, engineering, applied mathematics, or a related field (by the time of appointment); (2) demonstrated ability of computer programming in languages such as Fortran 90/95, C, Python, and MATLAB; (3) a track record of high-quality scientific output (including peer-reviewed publications and/or conference presentations at major meetings); and (4) strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team. Desired qualifications include experience with remote sensing, cloud and aerosol physics, and/or Arctic climate.

To apply, please send a single PDF file by February 18, 2026 to Dr. Michael Diamond (msdiamond at fsu.edu) containing the following: 1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position and qualifications, 2) a CV, 3) the name and contact information for at least 3 professional references, and 4) a 1-2 page statement describing your research goals and major accomplishments in research and teaching/mentoring. Potential applicants are welcome to contact Dr. Diamond with questions prior to applying.

Further details are available in the attached. Thanks for your consideration, or for sharing with any potentially interested candidates.

Cheers,
Michael

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Dr. Michael S. Diamond
Assistant Professor of Meteorology
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