Postdoctoral Research Scholar

The University of South Florida College of Marine Science invites applications to fill a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Antarctic Ice Sheet and Paleoclimate Modeling.

Nature of work:

The successful candidate will run model experiments to investigate millennial-scale Antarctic ice sheet variability and impacts on sea level and climate during warm climate intervals, and integrate model results with geologic records. This work will be undertaken in close collaboration with researchers from Victoria University of Wellington’s Antarctic Research Centre and Earth Sciences New Zealand. There will be travel opportunities to facilitate this collaboration.

An annual salary of $65,000 plus benefits is budgeted. The position is available now, but the start date is flexible. Applicants that expect to complete their PhD studies in Spring 2026 are encouraged to apply. This is a two-year appointment.

Applicants should provide:

1. A letter of interest addressing the required and preferred qualifications stated for the position
2. A detailed CV
3. Names and contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025.  Position will remain open until filled.

For more information on the position, please contact Dr. Daniel Lowry, daniellowry@usf.edu

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Earth Sciences or related field at the time of appointment
• Research interest in ice sheet dynamics, paleoclimatology, and/or sea level change
• Demonstrated scientific programming experience
• Demonstrated ability to write and publish papers 

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with at least one of the following:

• Ice sheet modeling
• Climate modeling
• Glacial isostatic adjustment modeling