Duke University, Nicholas School of the Environment - Durham
Position ID:
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate - Climate Dynamics
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Appl Deadline:
finished (2024/04/03, finished 2024/07/05, listed until 2024/10/03)
Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
The Hu Climate Dynamics Lab at Duke University is seeking 1 postdoctoral associate to work on coupled climate dynamics. The main goal of the Hu lab is to understand the role of air-sea coupling in global climate change and variability by combining theory, observations, and climate modeling. In this position, the postdoctoral associate will explore the physical processes underlying extratropical air-sea interactions related to climate/weather extremes (e.g., marine heatwaves, atmospheric rivers, etc.). TERM: This position will be awarded for 1 year and extended by 1 more year contingent on satisfactory performance. There is also a possibility of renewal for a third year. QUALIFICATIONS: A PhD in climate dynamics, physical oceanography, or atmospheric science is required. Modeling experience with general circulation models, preferably CESM, is highly desirable. PROJECTED START DATE: Fall 2024. WORK LOCATION: Work takes place in Durham, NCDuke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- A short cover letter describing your background and career goals
- Statement of research interests and methodological skills (up to 2 pages)
- Three references (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses
)
And anything else requested in the position description.
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