University of Miami · 4 months ago
Postdoctoral Researcher - Aerosols and hydroclimate risk
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$70K/yr - $70K/yrThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated early career scientist for a one-year, full-time Postdoctoral Researcher position studying the role of anthropogenic aerosols in near-term climate risk. The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to cutting-edge projects focused on understanding and projecting hydroclimate extremes in the context of rapidly evolving anthropogenic aerosol emissions.
EducationHigher EducationTrainingUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct scientific analysis to establish and explain the response of multivariate hydroclimate extremes to near-term evolution of global aerosol emissions using large ensemble data from RAMIP and other data sources
Lead writing of peer-reviewed publications and present findings at scientific conferences
Contribute scientific expertise across project activities led by other project team members
Contribute to mentorship of graduate student researchers
Qualification
Required
PhD in atmospheric science, climate science, or a related field received less than 5 years prior to date of hire
PhD must have been obtained within 3 years from date of hire
Preferred
Prior experience working with earth system multi-model large ensemble data
Knowledge of Regional Aerosol Model Intercomparison Project datasets and protocols
A strong track record of published and/or submitted manuscripts on hydroclimate topics
Strong written and oral presentation skills
Expertise in climate system physics and earth system modeling
Benefits
Funding for publications and travel to a professional conference
Mentorship, networking, and professional development resources offered through the Jackson School for Geosciences
Retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS
Company
University of Miami
University of Miami is a public research university that provides undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.82MKey Investors
Angel AlvarezNational Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationHealth Foundation of South Florida
2024-02-06Grant· $5M
2023-11-16Grant· $1.8M
2023-02-14Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Kyle L. Mazzei, MS, MBA, CSM, PMP
Portfolio Manager- Health Applications (in partnership with Evergreen Healthcare Partners)
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2025-12-17
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