VOSS Postdoctoral Research Associate Program: Brown University 2084 views

VOSS Postdoctoral Research Associate Program 2020, Brown University

Institute at Brown for Environment and Society (IBES) seeks candidates for one or more distinguished postdoc positions in any field of study relevant to environmental research. Voss postdoctoral research associates conduct independent research, but are mentored by one or more IBES affiliated faculty. These faculty members have expertise in a wide variety of disciplines like: Anthropology, Biogeochemistry, Climate Modeling, Ecology, Economics, Environmental History, Epidemiology, Hydrology, and Sociology.

Fellowships: Salary of $60,000, plus benefits and a discretionary fund of $2,000/year in addition to any research funds that may be directed to the project by mentors. 

Required QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITERIA

1. PhD. in a field to the study relevant to environmental research,
2. Ability to take initiative and work independently,
3. Interest in contributing to a dialog across disciplinary boundaries, and the support of an IBES faculty mentor.

APPLICATION Procedure

Applicants should submit a research proposal based on the guidelines below, including identification of a proposed faculty mentor

To apply, please submit the following items

1. Cover letter describing your interest in the position and how this position relates to your career goals;
2. Current CV;
3. Required project proposal (1500 words maximum, excluding references): Proposals should briefly address the following points:

1. Title and brief abstract
2. Project background and importance
3. How does this project fit with your own previous work and your proposed mentor’s?
4. Project plan
5. Project outcomes
6. Three (03) letters of reference from advisors or colleagues who know the applicant’s work well. Referees should submit letters directly through Interfolio, which will supply a direct link when contact information is entered.