Postdoctoral Associate

Fiscal Year  Position Title Postdoctoral Associate Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate Department Earth Sciences Posting Number R260092 Posting Link https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Job Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade

E.89

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Seeking a post-doctoral scholar to join vibrant research team in the Glacier History Lab. Ideal candidate thrives in teams and is interested in student mentoring. Seeking independent scholar who can pursue new research endeavors while co-leading existing research projects. Lab experience in lake sediment analysis and/or chemistry preparation of rock samples for cosmogenic nuclide analysis (or experience in other labs) a plus.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

* Pursue independent research

* Co-manage ongoing research projects in the Glacier History Lab

* Manage lake sediment analysis lab and cosmogenic nuclide prep lab

* Co-lead a lab group consisting of several graduate and undergraduate students

Outstanding Benefits Package

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Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Earth Science or related field

Preferred Qualifications

* Expertise in Quaternary geology and paleo climatology with specific interest in glacier and ice sheet reconstructions using geologic data and field studies

* Interest in working with and mentoring group of students (undergraduate and graduate) and being a leader in UB's Glacier History Lab

* Experience working a lab environment on sample prep and/or analysis. Most ideal are candidates with experience working in a cosmogenic-nuclide dating prep lab

* Demonstrated independence in conducting all aspects of research, such as manuscript writing, proposal writing, oral presentations and student mentoring

Physical Demands Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle Salary Range $60,000 - $65,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours

40

Campus North Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name Jason Briner Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Professor Contact's Email jbriner Contact's Phone

Posting Dates

Posted 06/18/2026 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled 09/01/2026

References

Number of references required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant