[ES_JOBS_NET] Center for Marine Science - Postdoctoral Scholar- UNC Wilmington

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39392

Vacancy Number PD-0031
Working Title Center for Marine Science - Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Number PD0008
Location of Workplace CMS Myrtle Grove
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Center for Marine Science invites applications for Postdoctoral
Scholars with the ability to research in one or more of the following
Sciences departments and disciplines:


   - Marine Science
   - Geography
   - Environmental Sciences
   - Public Policy
   - Planning
   - Sociology
   - Engineering
   - Or Related Field



A nascent Coastal Community Flood Resilience Initiative at UNC Wilmington
is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher. The successful candidate will work
in an interdisciplinary context with Drs. Phil Bresnahan, Meredith Hovis,
and Lynn Leonard primarily on a philanthropically funded network-building
effort, and will support the development of (1) a regional coastal
community flood resilience needs assessment and (2) a proposed solutions
implementation plan. We anticipate that this role will require a balance of
approximately 50% program management (network-building, stakeholder
engagement and outreach, workshop coordination, and development of the
needs assessment and implementation plan) and 50% research in the context
of this program.

*About the project: *The UNC Wilmington Coastal Community Flood Resilience
Initiative is undertaking several interrelated grant-funded projects
focused on improving resilience to flooding in our region of Southeastern
North Carolina and surrounding areas. Through a recently funded grant (
*https://uncw.edu/news/2025/12/uncw-receives-grant-to-advance-flooding-research*
<https://uncw.edu/news/2025/12/uncw-receives-grant-to-advance-flooding-research>),
we have begun building a network of practitioners, leaders, and
decision-makers within local for- and nonprofit organizations,
municipalities, and state/federal agencies. We are simultaneously working
to strengthen internal collaborations among the many researchers and
university departments actively working on these complex challenges.
Critical outcomes and outputs of the initiative will be: (1) a more
cohesive network of university, public, and private sector leaders and a
shared governance model; (2) an analysis of ongoing and recent flood
resilience initiatives and assessment of outstanding needs; (3) proposed
solutions to be implemented for future improvements in coastal community
flood resilience.


*Responsibilities:*
· Conduct and manage collaborative research on coastal community flood
resilience gaps and solutions in Southeastern North Carolina.

· Lead program management tasks as we begin building a consortium of
coastal flood resilience practitioners, leaders, and decision-makers,
conduct a needs assessment, and develop a proposed solutions implementation
plan.

· Collaborate with graduate students, support their research development,
and contribute to a feedback group focused on climate adaptation and
disaster science.

· Coordinate with consortium partners, including organizing group sessions
and occasional one-on-one meetings.

· Help to design, attend, participate in, and moderate workshops and
leadership meetings and related events in collaboration with faculty and an
external consultant.

· Support the development of a framework for network resource sharing and
communication with the network to support collaboration priorities.

· Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at
national conferences (with financial and mentoring support) to advance
career goals and engage in professional development.

Ideal start date is Summer 2026. The initial appointment will be for a
period of one year, with an excellent possibility of renewal for one or
more additional years.

Appointment Description
Postdoctoral appointments are term-limited based on the availability of
funding. Postdoctoral scholars are typically assigned 12-month full-time
appointments for a 1-2 year term appointment not to exceed a total of five
years.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

   - PhD in marine science, geography, environmental studies, public
   policy, planning, sociology, engineering, or a related field (completed by
   start date).
      - Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in one of the science fields listed
      above and conferred before the appointment start date, but no more than
      five (5) years prior to the appointment start date.
      - Exceptions to the 5-year degree requirement may be waived in
      exceptional circumstances.

      - Demonstrated experience in coastal flood resilience, physical
   and/or social science.
   - Strong research skills (fieldwork, modeling, data analysis:
   qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods).
   - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within
   interdisciplinary teams and meet deadlines.
   - Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
   - Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to foster team
   cohesion and work closely with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

   - Experience in or an interest in learning about social network
   analysis, survey methods, or statistical analyses.
   - Experience mentoring or supervising students.
   - Experience engaging with practitioners or community partners or in
   co-developing applied projects.
   - Experience in developing, launching, and managing (new)
   programs/initiatives.

Required Certifications or Licensure
Department Center for Marine Science - 30600
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
UNCW’s Center for Marine Science has a rich history that spans over 50
years. Coastal access helps us provide an enriching learning environment
for students, faculty and staff interested in the marine sciences.
College Center for Marine Science - 306 College
College/School Information
The Center for Marine Science at UNC Wilmington is dedicated to providing
an environment that fosters a multidisciplinary approach to questions in
basic and applied coastal and marine research. The mission of the center is
to support and promote coastal and marine science at UNCW, including
research, outreach and service, and teaching.

This includes a variety of fields such as oceanography, coastal and wetland
studies, estuarine science, marine physiology and genetics, fisheries,
aquaculture, marine biotechnology, marine policy and education, and other
aspects of marine biology, marine and atmospheric chemistry, marine
geology, environmental studies/sciences, and physical oceanography.
The center fosters research programs of the highest quality and thereby
enhances the educational experience provided by The University of North
Carolina Wilmington for both undergraduate and graduate students in marine
science.
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal
university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring,
research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and
staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly
excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience
that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range
of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees
in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology;
and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an
accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for
working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program
focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have
earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High
Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie
Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
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information, or relationship to other university constituents – except
where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational
qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established
eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks.
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s)
selected for hire must be able to demonstrate educational credential
requirements for the postdoctoral position based on official transcripts
and other documentation as required. If the candidate(s) will teach during
their appointment, then additional teaching credentials are required.
UNC Wilmington
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identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the
United States.
Number of Openings Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
Please note, this is a postdoctoral position. The length of the assignment
will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation.
Employees in postdoc positions are considered temporary positions
(non-permanent state employees) but do qualify for postdoctoral medical
insurance and paid leave, unlike other temporary employees at the
university. More information about postdoctoral employees can be found in
the Postdoc Handbook.
To receive consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the
entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to
apply visit the *applicant portal* <http://jobs.uncw.edu/>. Applications
must be submitted through the online application system by 11:59pm EST of
the posting close date to be considered.
Requested Job Posting Date 05/21/2026
Posting Close Date 06/11/2026
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39284
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