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Northeastern University · 2 months ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Marine and Environmental Sciences

Nahant, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$59K/yr - $84K/yr

Northeastern University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Marine and Environmental Sciences to conduct leading-edge research on nature-based solutions for flood-risk reduction. The role involves project leadership, transdisciplinary research, and collaboration with state and federal agencies, with responsibilities including developing assessment tools and mentoring students.

Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead research and development of a prototype community readiness assessment tool to describe the socio-cultural and economic attributes necessary for social acceptance and implementation of civil works projects under the supervision of the PI. This includes preparation of high-quality publications in top multidisciplinary science and policy venues

Test this prototype tool on repetitive-flood locations along the lower Missouri River

Lead a team of student research assistants and work with collaborators to accomplish tasks

Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research design, data analysis, paper writing, and professional development; provide apprenticeship-style training in sustainability science

Support project management by tracking milestones and deadlines, preparing project updates, meeting quarterly with sponsors, and coordinating with the PI on active research activities

Occasionally guest lecture or assist with course material development under the guidance of the PI

Contribute to student recruitment by participating in graduate admissions review and outreach activities

Qualification

PhD in environmental sciencesResearch methodologyQuantitative data analysisPeer-reviewed publicationsWater resources experienceVerbal communicationWritten communicationAttention to detailMentoring studentsProject management

Required

A successful candidate will hold a PhD in environmental sciences or related fields

Strong record of peer-reviewed publications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and training in research methodology and quantitative data analysis

Ability to plan and execute research projects independently and collaboratively

Demonstrated ability to mentor students and manage complex projects

Preferred

Experience with water resources and flood-resiliency planning is a plus

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness & life

Retirement- as well as commuting & transportation

Company

Northeastern University

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Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery.

Founded in 1898

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.northeastern.edu/cri/

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