Climate & Global Postdoctoral Fellowship

Key Responsibilities

• Focus on advancing Climate and Global Change Science, including research on the Earth system (climate, freshwater, ocean, carbon and other biogeochemical cycles), energy, and decarbonization processes.
• Conduct independent or collaborative research in accordance with a proposed plan aligned with the goals of the program.
• Publish and present research results at seminars and conferences.
• Pursue outside activities that advance professional growth, such as contributing to educational programs, serving on committees, and attending workshops.
• Participate in monthly networking telecoms with other Fellows, focusing on professional development and science.

• PhD degree related to climate or global change research.
• Preference is given to candidates seeking their first fellowship and having held a PhD for no more than three (3) years from the Final date to receive applications.
• Awardees must have a PhD degree granted in an area related to climate research, or must be able to complete such a degree and finish all thesis revisions and defense by June 2027.
• Awardees must change institutions; only in compelling circumstances will this requirement be waived.

• Ability to work independently and conduct research with minimal supervision.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

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