Post-Doctoral Associate

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a motivated Post-Doctoral Associate for a 2-year appointment to study eco-evolutionary dynamics in coastal wetlands. This role includes conducting research, writing scholarly articles, and assisting in collaborative projects, providing a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to ecological science.

Qualifications

• Doctoral level education in Ecology or a related discipline required.
• Experience in eco-evolutionary dynamics preferred.
• Ability to collaborate on interdisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research on eco-evolutionary dynamics (70% of time).
• Write scholarly articles and present research (20% of time).
• Assist with collaborative projects (10% of time).

Skills

Research Design

Data Analysis

Scientific Writing

Education

PhD in Ecology or related field

Job description

Posting Details

Position Details

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The Vahsen lab in the Odum School of Ecology is seeking a highly motivated and team-oriented postdoctoral associate for a 2-year appointment focused on studying the eco-evolutionary dynamics in coastal wetlands. The research will focus on developing an eco-evolutionary modeling framework to characterize how the rapid evolution of coastal wetland plant traits has contributed to marsh ecosystem processes such as accretion and carbon accumulation.

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Posting Number	G/R28982P
Working Title	Post-Doctoral Associate
Department	Ecology-Odum School of Ecology
About the University of Georgia
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Employment Type	Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary	$60,000 - $65,000
Anticipated Start Date	08/01/2025
Posting Date	04/08/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
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Duties/Responsibilities

Design and conduct research on eco-evolutionary dynamics

Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage of time	70

Write scholarly articles and present research

Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage of time	20

Assist with collaborative projects

Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage of time	10