Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate

Posting Number: R240033

Employer: Research Foundation

Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

As a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Geology (https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/geology.html) , this position will support the GHub science gateway developed by UB under the leadership of Prof. Briner (PI). GHub host datasets, work flows, and tools to unify ice sheet observations and modeling provide uncertainty quantification, and improve estimates of future sea-level rise. The candidate will work under the direction of Prof Nowicki and Prof Briner and in collaboration with multiple UB faculty and students as well as our external collaborators.

• The work consists of contributing to the development of GHub datasets and tool capabilities as well as taking a leadership role in interacting with our members and the broader public via outreach and education activities.

• Advocating and adapting GHub based on community feedback is key to the success of the effort, so the postdoctoral associate will be in communication with GHub members and will be required to present the project at workshop and conferences as well as in publications.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages (http://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/for-faculty-staff/benefits/research-foundation/regular-employees.html) .

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in an area of ice sheet science related to Physical Geography or Glaciology

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in:

• Data compilation and analysis

• Ice sheet dataset (observations or models)

• Computing languages such as python or R

• Presenting at conferences and writing manuscripts,

• Leadership,

• Exhibiting independence

• Networking

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Quicklink for Posting: 48145