RAISE Postdoctoral Fellowship

William and Mary, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA

Position Information
Position Information


Position Number F0141V
Position Title RAISE Postdoctoral Fellowship
Unit Mission Statement
The mission of VIMS is to seek and broadly communicate knowledge in marine and coastal science to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through research, education, and advisory service.
VIMS’ strategic sections are committed to the development of resilient systems through a focus on three grand challenges, ensuring science for stewardship of:
  • Ecosystem Health: connecting physical, chemical, biological, and socioeconomic systems to address environmental and community vulnerabilities
  • Natural Resources: providing translational science for sustainable management of coastal socio-ecological systems, especially fisheries and aquaculture
  • Coastal and Ocean Processes: connecting global trends and local drivers to understand and address environmental change
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    Position Summary
    The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS), William & Mary , is seeking applicants for our Research, Academic Inclusion, and Scientific Engagement (RAISE) Post-Doctoral Fellowship Program. The overarching goal of this program is to create and train the next generation of leading academic faculty.
    RAISE postdoctoral fellows will receive training in the research, teaching, and governance competencies needed to succeed in tenure-track academic faculty positions. Emphasis is placed on capacity building in academia, with recognition that successfully tackling current marine science challenges requires inclusion of scientists with a diversity of voices, perspectives, and experiences; therefore, we strongly encourage applications from individuals underrepresented in the field of marine science and in higher education. Appointed fellows will be mentored by a faculty member at VIMS. Together they will work in an area of mutual interest. Current research interests of VIMS faculty span a broad range of topics in marine science, which can be explored via the VIMS Faculty Directory . In addition to research, fellows will be expected to engage in professional development activities as part of the program.
    Applicants are required to have a PhD with no more than 4 years since conferral of their degree. A degree in marine science is not required, as we are interested in recruiting individuals outside the field that have research interests and experience that are transferable to marine science. Applicants must have independent research experience, with a high level of scholarship through peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring, leadership, and governance, as well as grant management experience, is preferred but not required. Appointed fellows will be employees of William & Mary and fellowships are expected to span 2 years, with an annual starting salary of $70,000. The RAISE Fellowship is eligible for employee benefits and leave, as outlined in William & Mary’s Faculty & Professional plans .
    Start date is negotiable, but, ideally, fellows will begin in Spring – Summer 2024.
    Required Qualifications
    Required Education:
    • Ph.D., at the time of appointment, with no more than 4 years since conferral of degree


    Required Experience and Competencies:
    • Demonstrated commitment to producing high-level scholarship
    • Research interests and experience that align with research areas studied by faculty at VIMS or are transferable to those areas
    • Effective interpersonal communication skills (written and oral)
    • Demonstrated experience working as part of a team
    • Demonstrated experience working independently
    • Lived experience and/or service that informs worldviews and/or perspectives that contribute to inclusion and diversity in the field of marine science and higher education
    Preferred Qualifications
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Record of external funding to support research, and associated grant management activities
    • Experience providing or assisting with course instruction
    • Experience mentoring student research or conducting collaborative research with students
    Conditions of Employment
    This is a restricted specified term appointment that is contingent upon funding availability.
    Fellowship is expected to last two years.
    Department 111100 Office of the Dean and Director
    Location VIMS - Gloucester
    Job Open Date 11/10/2023
    Review Begin Date 12/15/2023
    Job Close Date
    Open Until Filled Yes
    Employment Category Faculty
    Special Application Instructions
    Applicants should identify a faculty mentor at VIMS and are encouraged to contact that faculty member to discuss research opportunities of mutual interest.
    The applicant should then submit:
    1) a cover letter indicating the proposed faculty mentor and expected date available to begin the fellowship;
    2) a CV;
    3) the names and contact information for three references. Note: If you are one of the finalists, your references will receive a request to provide a letter of reference.
    4) a statement of research interest (3 page limit) that describes the applicant’s proposed research plan at VIMS, relevant experience, and transferrable skills if coming from a field outside of marine science;
    5) A statement of inclusive excellence (1 page limit), which describes how the applicant’s lived experience and/or service could uniquely contribute to enhancement of inclusion and diversity in the field of marine science and higher education. The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion are important to VIMS and more information can be found in the VIMS Inclusive Excellence Plan .
    Background Check Statement
    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

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