Scripps Postdoctoral Award - 2027

Uc-SAN-Dieg; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance through UC San Diego

Job summary

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego in La Jolla, California, invites applications for one or more Institution-wide Postdoctoral positions in any of the major areas of research conducted at SIO. Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research in the world.

Postdoctoral scholars are expected to interact with existing programs and start before December 1, 2027, with a 2-year appointment and a minimum annual

Qualifications

• Candidate is pursuing a PhD in ocean, earth or atmospheric sciences or a related field.
• Background in quantitative analysis and experimental methods.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple mentors and programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent postdoctoral research aligned with SIO priorities.
• Collaborate with SIO mentors and participate in seminars.

Education

PhD candidate in ocean, earth or atmospheric sciences, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, environmental policy or related field

Job description

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego in La Jolla, California, invites applications for one or more Institution-wide Postdoctoral positions in any of the major areas of research conducted at SIO. Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research in the world. Research at SIO encompasses physical, chemical, biological, geological, and geophysical studies of the oceans, earth, and atmosphere.

Candidates are required to contact potential SIO mentors and identify mutual research interests prior to submitting their applications. SIO Postdoctoral scholars are expected to interact with existing programs. Research activities at SIO can be explored by viewing profiles of the Principal Investigators at SIO.

The Postdoc positions are for two years and award 24 months of salary with a minimum annual stipend of $74,000 plus benefits and a one-time research allowance of $6,000 (continuation into second year is contingent on performance and adequate progress). Appointees are eligible for health insurance through UC San Diego.

Successful candidates are expected to start before December 1, 2027.

Total duration of an individual's postdoctoral service may not exceed five years, including postdoctoral service at other institutions. The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) is the exclusive representative of the postdoctoral scholars. PX Contract.

Candidates are required to be pursuing a PhD degree in ocean, earth or atmospheric sciences, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, environmental policy or a related field.