University of Massachusetts Amherst · 13 hours ago
Post Doctoral Research Associate - Renewable Energy Development
Amherst, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$63K/yr - $100K/yrThe University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access and fuel innovation. They are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to leverage socioeconomic data to address research questions related to renewable energy development impacts in underserved communities, primarily focusing on fisheries socioeconomic data analysis.
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Responsibilities
Develop research questions and experimental design to address them
Compile available scientific (e.g., fisheries, environmental, social-economic) and integrate local fishermen’s ecological knowledge data
Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis
Manuscript writing for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Work collaboratively and effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team to promote teamwork, diversity, equality and inclusiveness
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in affiliated research groups at UMass
Participate in broader participatory research, professional development, and diverse audience engagement activities
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. in Fisheries, Social Sciences, Natural Resources Economics, or a closely related field
Strong foundational knowledge in participatory research and social sciences methods
Strong experience working with large datasets (ideally, but not required, with fisheries, socioeconomics data)
Strong analytical skills including demonstrated proficiency with data integration, R, NVivo, and/or other relevant quantitative and qualitative statistical analyses/programs
Experience designing, planning, and conducting research studies, including the ability to meet project goals in a timely manner, and follow through on project deliverables
Demonstrated capacity to communicate research findings both at professional meetings and in high quality peer-reviewed journals
Excellent technical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail, and meticulous work style, as evidenced by previous research
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with researchers from different scientific backgrounds, including NGO and agency partners as well as stakeholders
Preferred
Research experience integrating large datasets
Quantitative and qualitative research experience and/or interest in data visualization
Previous experience managing, mentoring, or otherwise overseeing staff, graduate or undergraduate students
A demonstrated capability to think critically about the practical application of research outcomes
Company
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
Founded in 1863
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$137.34MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyThe Howard Hughes Medical Institute
2024-09-18Grant· $7.9M
2024-07-16Grant· $6.37M
2023-11-16Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Christopher Salthouse
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Alejandro Reuss
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