HMEI Environmental Fellows

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High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI) at Princeton University is accepting applications for the 2027-28 HMEI Environmental Fellows Program. This postdoctoral program seeks scholars from all disciplines across the sciences, engineering, policy, and the humanities. The fellowship supports early‑career scholars in developing their research within a highly collaborative community of environmental scholars.

Princeton, NJ

Feb 27, 2026

$65,000-$70,000

• Conduct independent research in one of the HMEI interest areas.
• Contribute to the undergraduate Environmental Studies program through course support, student mentorship, independent projects, or teaching a course of their own design.
• Collaborate with at least one, preferably two, Princeton University faculty members who provide research supervision and teaching mentorship.

• Access to the U.S. labor market (i.e., U.S. citizenship or eligible visa status).
• No more than two years of post‑PhD research experience prior to the anticipated start date of September 1, 2027.
• Current Princeton University postdoctoral researchers are not eligible.
• Strong background in (but not limited to) atmospheric and oceanic sciences, biodiversity, biogeochemical cycles, carbon mitigation, climate and energy, climate change, disease and health, climate justice, cities and the environment, earth history, ecology, environmental chemistry, microbiology, environmental engineering, environmental humanities, environmental justice, environmental media/visual culture, narrative and science communication, food and environment, health and environment, water resources, and hydrology.
• Demonstrated ability to secure faculty collaboration for mentorship and teaching.

Applicants must identify and contact at least one (preferably two) Princeton University faculty members who are willing to serve as mentors. Written confirmation of faculty commitment to serve as mentor must be provided.

Applications received before November 2, 2026, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, will be given full consideration. Questions may be directed to [email protected].

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full‑time position; salaries for part‑time positions are pro‑rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Appointed for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding.

Subject to the University's background check policy. Work location is in‑person on campus at Princeton University.