Post Doctoral Fellow - College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

The College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS), at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is excited to invite applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position focused on exploring the feasibility of using close kin mark-recapture (CKMR) to inform integrated stock assessments for Alaska groundfish species. Specifically, this position will focus on adapting existing CKMR simulation modeling tools for use on federally managed species and data collection platforms available in the Alaska region.

This is a one-year initial appointment funded through a NOAA grant.

We are seeking candidates with a strong knowledge of population dynamics, advanced analytical skills in fisheries data, and proficiency in computer programming using R or an equivalent language. The successful applicant will be highly motivated and creative; have a background in fisheries, quantitative population dynamics, or genetics. The applicant should have expertise in R programming, and experience with (or an interest in learning) close kin mark-recapture modeling and integrated stock assessment.

To be eligible, applicants must have completed (or be about to complete) a Ph.D. in fisheries, resource management, biostatistics, genetics/genomics, or a related field. Candidates should be comfortable communicating with our interdisciplinary team of NOAA scientists and policy makers. The terminal degree must be conferred prior to the start of the position.

This position is based in Juneau, Alaska, at the NOAA Ted Stevens Marine Research Institute or Lena Point Facility. The preference is for the successful candidate to work on-site in Juneau. However, hybrid or fully remote work arrangements may be considered for exceptionally well-qualified candidates, in accordance with University of Alaska policies and applicable regulations. This is a full-time, exempt, Post Doctoral position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.

UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. The starting salary will be based on education and experience.

Application review will begin on December 15, 2026. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration; however, the recruitment will remain open until filled.

The University of Alaska (UA) requires employees to work on-site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated and advertised as eligible for hybrid or remote work. Any approved arrangement will be based on the position’s duties, operational needs, and the employee’s ability to effectively perform the work remotely.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Laura Frisone, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences HR Manager, at uaf-cfos-hr or .

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.

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