Post-Doc Research Associate

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: about 2 years ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 01 Apr 2022

Posting Information
Posting Details


Department Earth Marine Environmt Sci - 318000
Posting Open Date 03/02/2022
Application Deadline 04/01/2022
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title Post-Doc Research Associate
Vacancy ID PDS003394
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $50,000 - $55,000
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2022
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months

Position Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences (EMES) at UNC-CH advances understanding of the earth and ocean processes that govern our planet, shape diverse ecosystems, sustain life, and drive environmental change. We promote exploration and discovery of the natural world by engaging students in research-based learning at all levels. Our graduates are equipped with the strong science foundation, critical thinking skills, and interdisciplinary perspectives required to tackle current and future environmental and resource challenges. We encourage engaged service that translates knowledge for the public good. We support a welcoming and inclusive environment, foster diverse identities and perspectives, and encourage collaboration with all segments of society.
Position Summary
The Department of Earth, Marine, and Environmental Sciences at University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill seeks a highly qualified and motivated applicant to investigate the evolution of Earth’s surface topography through time. The successful candidate will pursue independent research on topics that may include the response of fluvial systems to spatial and temporal variations in lithosphere deformation; the growth of topography above subduction zones; the mechanics of active fault systems and the landscape record of fault slip; thermal and exhumational proxies of erosion during mountain building; coupling between surface deformation, erosion and buoyancy in the mantle; and detrital records of watershed erosion through time.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants should have or expect to have a Ph.D. in geology, geodynamics, surface processes, or other relevant discipline. Experience with numerical modeling of lithospheric processes is preferred, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Ability to work independently, conduct and oversee research, and communicate results to a professional audience as demonstrated by scholarly activity and publications.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
n/a
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
n/a
Special Instructions
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Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Jennifer Parker, Business Officer
Department Contact Telephone or Email 919-966-9256/[email protected]
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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