Polar Science Postdoctoral Fellow: Independent Research

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Evans Family Postdoctoral Fellowship at Dartmouth College in Hanover invites applications from researchers to conduct independent and collaborative polar science studies. The scholar will develop and pursue a research project in polar regions, partnering with Dartmouth faculty hosts, using Dartmouth facilities and datasets.

Candidates should present a clearly articulated plan addressing important polar science questions, and have a track record of publication and communication in the field.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field, such as Earth sciences, oceanography, atmospheric science, glaciology, climate science, environmental science, mathematics, engineering, or a related discipline, completed by the start of the appointment.
• A strong record of research accomplishment appropriate to the candidate's career stage, including evidence of the ability to develop and carry out scientific research.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific results effectively through written publications and oral presentations.
• A clearly articulated research proposal that addresses an important question in polar science and is feasible within a two-year postdoctoral appointment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct an independent postdoctoral research project addressing important questions in polar science, in collaboration with the proposed Dartmouth faculty host(s).
• Collaborate with researchers across Dartmouth and relevant external institutions, contributing to interdisciplinary research activities and the broader polar science community.
• Communicate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and other appropriate scholarly activities.
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive research environment and participate in relevant academic and research activities at Dartmouth.

Skills

Research experience

Scientific communication

Proposal development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Earth sciences or related field

Job description

The Evans Family Postdoctoral Fellowship at Dartmouth College in Hanover invites applications from researchers to conduct independent and collaborative polar science studies. The scholar will develop and pursue a research project in polar regions, partnering with Dartmouth faculty hosts, using Dartmouth facilities and datasets.

Candidates should present a clearly articulated plan addressing important polar science questions, and have a track record of publication and communication in the field.