Climate & Global Change Postdoc: Independent Research

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR); Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

UCAR's Fellowship program in Boulder seeks early-career researchers to advance climate and global change science. You will conduct independent or collaborative research, publish results, and present at seminars and conferences.

A PhD in climate-related fields is required, with preference for candidates within three years of PhD and able to defend by mid-2027. The role emphasizes professional growth, education outreach, and active participation in monthly networking calls.

Qualifications

• PhD in climate or global change related field.
• Preference for candidates new to fellowship; PhD ≤3 years from deadline.
• PhD completion or defense by June 2027 is required.
• Awardees must change institutions unless waived.

Responsibilities

• Advance climate and global change science including earth system, energy, and decarbonization topics.
• Conduct independent or collaborative research aligned with program goals.
• Publish and present results at seminars and conferences.
• Pursue activities that advance professional growth and education outreach.
• Participate in monthly networking calls for professional development.

Skills

Independent research

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

PhD in climate/global change

Job description

UCAR's Fellowship program in Boulder seeks early-career researchers to advance climate and global change science. You will conduct independent or collaborative research, publish results, and present at seminars and conferences.

A PhD in climate-related fields is required, with preference for candidates within three years of PhD and able to defend by mid-2027. The role emphasizes professional growth, education outreach, and active participation in monthly networking calls.