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<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Position Description<o:p></o:p></span></b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The
</span></span><a href="https://climateengineering.uchicago.edu"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Climate Systems Engineering initiative</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
(CSEi) at the University of Chicago invites applications for the 2026 cohort of CSEi Postdoctoral Researchers, to be appointed at the rank of Research Associate. We seek outstanding early career scholars interested in any aspect of climate engineering.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The University of Chicago is building a substantial research cluster (including the anticipated addition of ten new faculty lines) on the science, technology, and public
policy of Climate Systems Engineering. Our goal is to advance understanding of the benefits, risks, and governance of technologies that might reduce the impacts of accumulated greenhouse gases, and to educate students who will face the challenges of managing
industrial civilization on a fragile planet. CSEi’s topical scope includes open-system carbon removal such as enhanced weathering, solar geoengineering, and interventions to limit the loss of glacial ice. CSEi welcomes research from across fields including
the sciences, humanities, social sciences, public policy, and law. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The CSEi Postdoctoral Researchers program aims to develop the next generation of research leaders who will shape the future of climate systems engineering for the benefit
of people and the planet. CSEi Postdoctoral Researchers will work closely with UChicago faculty mentors, but their research and funding are independent, and the program will<i>
</i>help them develop strong research networks by facilitating collaboration among the postdoctoral cohort and by ensuring that they have ample opportunities to interact with the whole community of CSEi-affiliated faculty and research leaders. Securing a faculty
mentor in advance is strongly preferred<i>, </i>and<i> </i>applicants are encouraged to reach out early to engage a mentor. UChicago faculty members from any discipline may potentially serve as mentors, regardless of whether they have prior experience with
climate systems engineering. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">To offer a sense of the range of opportunities for collaboration, leading faculty from a variety of fields have contributed statements about research interests and
possibilities for collaboration. These statements, available on the </span></span><a href="https://climateengineering.uchicago.edu/csei-postdoctoral-researchers-program/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">CSEi website</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">,
are examples of how faculty research interests might overlap with climate systems engineering. Applicants may reach out to any UChicago faculty member about these or other topics.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This is a two-year position, starting between August 3 – September 15, 2026, that offers a salary of $90,000 per year, office space, and research and travel funding
of $10,000 per year.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This position is benefits eligible - for information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide:
</span></span><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/__;!!BpyFHLRN4TMTrA!8378D8LSI-8H9GCKlnZqaK_WA7HSUIgduZxoU7cAZ5vu1lvmTjKzlUimhlMpcIKouL52cNnYP3C7q2U7L-yDRC-VIw$"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Additionally, the University will provide a one-time payment of $3,000 for relocation assistance, payable at the end of the first month of your employment at the University.
Please note that this payment is taxable. The funds can be used for any purpose, so you do not need to submit any receipts related to your move to Chicago.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Teaching is not required, though an optional teaching opportunity during the second year of the fellowship may be available, subject to need and requisite approval.
In-person interaction is a crucial part of the program, and postdoctoral researchers are expected to participate actively in the life of the CSEi.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Qualifications<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Required:
<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">A doctorate or other terminal degree appropriate to the field.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Preferred:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">0-3 years professional experience.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Pre-matching with a faculty mentor and enthusiastic recommendation from the mentor.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Application Instructions<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Applications must be submitted online via Interfolio at:
</span></span><a href="https://apply.interfolio.com/173699"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">https://apply.interfolio.com/173699</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The following materials are required:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">C.V.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Statement of research objectives that explains how the research will advance understanding of climate systems engineering, and how
the research relates to the applicant’s prior work and skills. (maximum 2 pages).<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Writing sample consisting of a chapter, essay, or article.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Names and contact information of two references.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Name of UChicago faculty member who has agreed to serve as mentor. If applying without a pre-matched mentor, please provide the names
of faculty members whom you want to work with and an explanation of why you were not able to secure a mentor in advance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Complete applications must be submitted via
</span></span><a href="http://apply.interfolio.com/156593."><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Interfolio</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on November 18, 2025. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Equal Employment Opportunity Statement<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk174523395"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic
origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's <a href="https://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/" title="https://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/">Notice
of Nondiscrimination</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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