Cornell University, BEE/CALS

Position ID:

Cornell-BEE/CALS-PDAL [#29926]

Position Title:

Postdoctoral Associate Anderson Lab

Position Location:

Ithaca, New York 14853, United States of America

Subject Areas:

Energy
Energy & Environment
Environmental Engineering
Systems Engineering / Operation Management

Appl Deadline:

(posted 2025/04/14, listed until 2025/10/14)

Position Description:

Postdoctoral Associate

Biological and Environmental Engineering

Cornell University

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Location: Ithaca, New York, USA

Position Function

The Anderson research group is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute independent and innovative research on the technical implications of decarbonization policy pathways for electric power systems. Desired experience includes optimization and simulation of electric power systems under uncertainty, programming in Python, Julia, and/or MATLAB, and excellent quantitative skills, including probability and data analysis.

Anticipated Division of Time

• Research (80%)

• Publication & Presentation (10%)

• Project Management & Mentorship (10%)

Requirements

This position requires the following:

• A PhD in engineering, operations research, or a related field.

• A proven track record of independence and a strong enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research in energy systems

• Excellent organizational, communication, time management skills, and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working with power system operational and/or planning models (capacity expansion, resource adequacy, operational reliability) is highly valued Supervision Exercised Provide oversight and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students.

To apply:

Please apply via Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29926), Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, at least one recent scientific article that you have contributed to, and a statement supporting diverse communities (this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service, mentoring, extension, and/or outreach, the candidate has and will contribute to support Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study,” via the website.

Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

CALS hiring rate for this title is $61,008.

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Life. Changing.

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League and Land-grant university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

Cornell’s regional and global presence includes state-wide Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and offices in all counties and boroughs, global partnerships with institutions and communities engaged in life-changing research and education, the medical college’s campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, and the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click here.

Employment Assistance:

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EEO Statement:

Cornell University's history of diversity and inclusion encourages all students, faculty and staff to support a diverse and inclusive university in which to work, study, teach, research and serve. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified disabled individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act have rights in the application process and in employment under federal law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
Unique applicable skills.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Atleast one publication
statement supporting diverse communities
Three references (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses )

And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:

http://bee.cals.cornell.edu/

106 Riley Robb Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853-5701