Postdoctoral Associate - Carbon Governance and Digital Agriculture
Academic Job Description
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
CORNELL
POSITION: Postdoctoral Associate
Carbon governance and digital agriculture
STARTING DATE: Fall 2024
LOCATION: Department of Natural Resources and Environment, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853
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.
Position Function
We seek to hire a postdoctoral associate as part of our U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)-funded project on carbon governance and digital agriculture. This is a one-year full-time research position that is renewable for a second year, dependent on available work, funding, and performance.
The project aims to advance an interdisciplinary analysis of the implications of emerging technologies for Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) applied to GHG emissions reductions in agriculture.
We seek applications from social scientists, engineers, and natural scientists interested in conducting empirical analysis at the intersection of technological innovation, political economy, agriculture, and carbon governance. Successful applicants will have a critical and interdisciplinary orientation and a strong publication record (relative to career stage).
The position is a full-time appointment on the Cornell campus in Ithaca, NY. This person will work closely with Steven Wolf, Associate Professor in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment.
Applications will be accepted until Aug 15, 2024, through Academic Jobs Online (AJO).
Anticipated Division of Time
- 90% research
- 10% dissemination of results, other outreach activities, and miscellaneous tasks
Requirements
- Ph.D. in a relevant field (must be completed at the start of the appointment).
- Demonstrated capacity for independent, critical thinking.
- Strong writing skills and organizational skills.
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Supervision Exercised
This position will not supervise others.
To apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement supporting diverse communities outlining how they have and will contribute to support Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study.”
Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.
CALS hiring salary for this title is $61,008.
Pay Range:
$61,008.00 - $87,000.00
For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.
If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX.
EEO Statement:
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic.
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