Post Doctoral Research Associate

Post Doctoral Research Associate

Department:
Geography, University of Georgia (UGA).

Position Type:
Employee

Employment Details:
Advertised Salary – Commensurate with experience. Anticipated

Start Date:

09/01/2026. Posting Date: 05/29/2026. Closing Date:
Open until filled.

Location:

Athens, Georgia.

The Eco Climate Variability Lab invites applications for a two‑year postdoctoral position to investigate the forces controlling hydroclimate in eastern North America over the last 21,000 years. Working with Dr. David Fastovich, the candidate will synthesize a network of leaf‑wax hydrogen isotope records from five well‑dated lake sediment archives along a latitudinal gradient, use the last deglaciation as a natural experiment, and compare reconstructed records against isotope‑enabled climate simulations to constrain hydroclimate sensitivities and identify model components responsible for precipitation biases.

• Climate data and modeling analysis – 30%
• Manuscript preparation and writing – 30%
• Sample preparation and isotopic measurement – 20%
• Professional development – 10%
• Grant preparation and writing – 5%
• Field work – 5%

Education:

Ph.D. in Earth Science, Geology, Geography, or a related discipline.

Experience/

Skills:


• Experience in organic geochemistry or climate model analyses.

Preferred:
Experience or skill in two or more of the following areas:
• Synoptic‑scale climatology of North America
,
• Analysis of climate model output
,
• Leaf‑wax biomarker geochemistry
.

Physical demands include long periods standing or sitting at a fume hood for analytical work and extended computer usage for writing and analyses.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, credentials and employment history verification, and if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

Recruitment Contact:
Dr. David Fastovich – fastovich

Required:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

• List of optional documents as desired