Postdoctoral Researcher - AWRI (Adjunct Salaried)

Grand Valley State University • Muskegon, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The individual in this position will participate in collaborative research focused on global lake processes. As part of GVSU's College of Liberal Arts and Science, AWRI is a multidisciplinary research organization committed to the study of freshwater resources. Since 1986, it has grown to a 70-person research and education program, and is now located on the shoreline of Muskegon Lake in downtown Muskegon. In addition to offering Master's of Science degrees through GVSU's Department of Biology, AWRI also offers opportunities to GVSU undergraduate students through summer internships and research scholarships. Hands-on, experiential education programming for K-12 students is available through landside programs and onboard AWRI's two research vessels - the D.J. Angus in Grand Haven and the W.G. Jackson in Muskegon. Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts approximately 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students’ social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people, is affordable, and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches, and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Grand Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and their families in work-life balance. The university seeks to create an inclusive and diverse environment for faculty and students while promoting enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, and service. At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service. The GVSU community is collaborative, inclusive, self-aware, goal- and growth-oriented. We value connection with fellow Lakers, both student and professional colleagues, and strive to challenge our existing state with innovative strategies. We are dedicated to student success, and the well-being of our community as a whole.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in aquatic ecology, limnology, data science, or a related field
• Quantitative skills, including geospatial, process-based modeling, and statistics
• Expertise in the study and/or modeling of lake biogeochemical processes
• Demonstrated success publishing in the peer-reviewed literature
• A collaborative and creative mindset

Nice To Haves

• Past work mentoring undergraduate or graduate student researchers
• Previous work with hydrologic and/or hydrodynamic models
• Experience with high performance computing centers

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Dr. Stuart Jones, AWRI-based researchers, and other international scientists
• Manage large geospatial datasets
• Develop, use, and refine process-based models of lake physics and biogeochemistry
• Employ appropriate statistical analyses to evaluate empirical observations and model outputs
• Contribute to lab and institute professional activities
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Present research results at national and international professional meetings

Benefits

• Minimum starting salary of $60,000
• Health plans
• Life insurance
• Tuition waiver
• Adoption resources
• Wellness coaching
• Free access to campus fitness facilities
• Family and childcare options on and off-campus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees