Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA
Position Information
Position Information
| Position Number | F0844W |
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| Position Title | GRI Post-Doctoral Fellowship - Geospatial Impact Evaluation |
| Unit Mission Statement | The Global Research Institute (GRI) empowers teams of William & Mary students and faculty to make a difference in the world. We are a multidisciplinary hub that applies scholarly research to real world problems, investing in outstanding student and faculty scholars to catalyze new insights and cultivate the next generation of global leaders. GRI brings high quality researchers to W&M, supports intellectual diversity, and provides mentored research opportunities for undergraduate students, especially those from under-represented groups. Based in the Office of the Provost, GRI supports a whole of university approach to advance W&M by developing ideas, convening partners, creating and analyzing data, and inventing new methods. The Institute’s approach to incubate and scale applied research helps researchers push research frontiers and produce insights that matter at W&M and beyond. Under the auspices of the Institute there are several research projects, most grant-funded, with the largest being AidData. |
| Position Summary | William & Mary’s AidData research lab seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow specializing in Earth Observation (EO) for research around climate-sensitive agricultural development projects. The Fellow will play a key role in the GeoField initiative, which aims to integrate EO data into impact evaluations across the globe. In collaboration with international organizations, particularly the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the Fellow will contribute significantly to advancing geospatial impact evaluation methodologies in global food and agriculture initiatives. The Fellow will be developing and validating multiple EO applications and developing research publications and public use materials. The Fellow will also collaborate with other research staff at AidData and GRI more broadly. Additionally, the Fellow will be expected to teach a course, mentor undergraduate students, participate in grant writing efforts, and receive professional development support. The Fellow will receive an annual salary of $58,000, and benefits including comprehensive health insurance. The Fellow will also receive $15,000 in research support funding during the first year of the fellowship, of which $10,000 can be spent on student research assistants, and $5,000 can be spent on other research expenses (conference travel, research trips, etc.). Contingent upon performance and need, the Fellow may be provided with additional research funding of up to $33,000 for the second year of the fellowship. The Fellow is expected to collaborate actively with AidData researchers, including regular in-person collaboration. As such, the Fellow is expected to relocate to the Williamsburg, VA area at the start of the fellowship. Reasonable relocation expenses may be available for a well-qualified applicant. The two-year fellowship appointment can begin as early as May 1, 2024 and no later than August 10, 2024. If the post-doctoral candidate is successful in securing external funding, the position may be extended beyond the two-year period. The position will remain open until filled, with a review of applicants beginning on February 11, 2024. Key Responsibilities:
Inquiries about this position should be directed to Dr. Kunwar Singh ([email protected]) |
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| Conditions of Employment | This is a restricted position. Continued employment is subject to availability of funding. |
| Department | 3KM100 Global Research Institute |
| Location | William & Mary |
| Job Open Date | |
| Review Begin Date | 02/11/2024 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Employment Category | Faculty |
| Special Application Instructions | |
| Background Check Statement | William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. |
| EEO Statement | William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. |
| Benefits Summary Statement | William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program). Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none |
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