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University of Delaware · 3 days ago

Post Doctoral Researcher, Coastal Hazards, Economic prosperity, and Resilience

Wilmington, DE

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

The University of Delaware's Disaster Research Center is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on the CHEER project, which focuses on climate adaptation decision-making and resilience against climate-related hazards. The role involves conducting research, managing projects, collaborating with students and practitioners, and contributing to the academic community.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Conduct independent and collaborative research on government climate adaptation decision-making, equity, and funding allocations

Help lead and manage research projects within the CHEER Government Thrust, including coordination with other thrust teams

Collaborate with graduate students, support their research development, and contribute to a feedback group focused on climate adaptation and disaster science

Coordinate with practice partners, including organizing group practitioner sessions and occasional one-on-one meetings

Attend and participate in CHEER high-level meetings: Government Thrust meetings, All-Researcher meetings, All-Hands convening, and related events

Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national conferences (with financial and mentoring support) to advance career goals and engage in professional development

Qualification

PhD in relevant fieldClimate adaptation decision-makingResearch skillsInterdisciplinary collaborationSurvey methodsStatistical analysesEngagement with practitionersCommunication skillsMentoring experience

Required

PhD in public policy, geography, environmental studies, planning, sociology, engineering, or a related field (completed by start date)

Demonstrated interest or experience in climate adaptation decision-making and/or disaster governance

Strong research skills (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods)

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams

Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred

Experience working with or studying government agencies, planning processes, hazard mitigation, or public-sector decision-making

Experience in or an interest in learning about survey methods or statistical analyses

Experience mentoring or supervising students

Experience engaging with practitioners or community partners or in co-developing applied projects

Benefits

Professional development opportunities (e.g., conference preparation, advising on journal submissions, science communication, career advice)

Funded semester at a partner university to broaden your mentoring team and experience other academic cultures

Company

University of Delaware

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The University of Delaware - a state assisted, privately chartered institution - is a Land Grant, Sea Grant, Space Grant and Carnegie Research University (very high research activity).

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