Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Earth and Environmental Sciences - Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory

Overview Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellowships in the fields of Earth and environmental sciences. Candidates should have recently completed their Ph.D. or expect to complete their degree requirements by September 2019. Research Areas Researchers at the Observatory work to understand the dynamics of the Earth’s chemical, physical and biological systems, from the core to the upper atmosphere, including Earth’s interactions with human society. Our scientists lead research in the fields of solid Earth dynamics; ocean, atmospheric and climate systems; cryospheric dynamics; paleoclimate and biogeoscience. There is also an opportunity for a fellowship in forest ecology with a fieldwork component at the Black Rock Forest Consortium, a research facility near the Lamont Campus. Selection Criteria The principal selection criteria for Fellows are scientific excellence and a clearly expressed plan to investigate problems at the forefront of Earth science. Applications from all related fields are welcomed. Fellowship Details Fellows are supported institutionally for 24 months, include a $7,500 research allowance, and carry an annual salary of $66,000. Successful candidates will be encouraged to apply for external funding and may be eligible for further internal awards and positions. LDEO is committed to diversity in its scientific personnel. The deadline for applications was November 12, 2018 How to Apply To apply for the fellowship, read the instructions below and click the “Apply for Fellowship” link. Contact The Office of the Director, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University, Palisades, NY 10964 Equal Opportunity Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory is committed to diversity. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action – Race/Gender/Disability/Veterans Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention