Postdoctoral Fellow, Earth & Planetary Sciences Research

Rice University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Research allowance

Job summary

Rice University’s Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences invites applications for the Pan Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. The on-site position in Houston, TX requires a PhD in geosciences or related field completed within the last three years, with a stipend of $68,000 plus a $5,000 discretionary research allowance and relocation support.

The candidate should propose a research plan aligning with EEPS faculty interests, demonstrate independence and originality, and commit

Qualifications

• PhD in geosciences or a closely related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management abilities.
• Familiarity with modern research methods and data analyses.
• Ability to write scholarly papers for peer‑reviewed journals.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent valid research project with input from a faculty advisor.
• Document, analyze, and maintain research data.
• Assist with proposal development to secure funding.
• Mentor and train junior researchers and students.
• Publish and present research findings.
• Support collaboration across institutions and disciplines.

Skills

Geoscience research

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Oral communication

Collaborative work

Independent work

Education

PhD in geosciences or related field

Job description

Rice University’s Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences invites applications for the Pan Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. The on-site position in Houston, TX requires a PhD in geosciences or related field completed within the last three years, with a stipend of $68,000 plus a $5,000 discretionary research allowance and relocation support.

The candidate should propose a research plan aligning with EEPS faculty interests, demonstrate independence and originality, and commit