COSAM Postdoctoral Fellow Pool 2025/2026

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Sciences and Mathematics at Auburn University invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow in the sciences and mathematics. Positions are full-time, 12-month appointments for a minimum of one year, with renewal possible for up to four years. These are non-tenure track roles with salary commensurate with education and experience.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. at the start of employment in relevant fields and must be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required at start in biology, chemistry, geosciences, engineering, math, statistics, or physics.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States at employment start.

Skills

Excellent written and interpersonal

Education

Ph.D. in related field

Job description

Overview

The College of Sciences and Mathematics at Auburn University located in Auburn, AL (https://www.auburn.edu/cosam/) is seeking candidates for the position of postdoctoral fellow in the sciences and mathematics. From time-to-time, postdoctoral positions become available under a variety of research grants and projects in the college. The positions are available for a minimum of one year as full-time, 12-month appointments, with renewal possible based on performance, need, and/or funding for a maximum of four years. These are non-tenure track positions. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Auburn

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Responsibilities

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Qualifications

We are seeking applications from individuals with a Ph.D. at the time employment begins in disciplines such as biology, chemistry, geosciences, geophysical engineering, industrial and systems engineering, mathematics, statistics, physics, or related fields. The candidates selected for these positions must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Candidates must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Contract Type

Limited Term

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