Job Information

The Sea Level Solutions Center in the Institute of Environment and Earth and Environment Department at Florida International University (FIU) (https://slsc.fiu.edu) is accepting applications for a postdoctoral scholar to conduct research that advances coastal urban sustainability based in Miami, Florida. 

The candidate will focus on developing new integrative methods that support design, assessment and scenario modeling of coastal adaptation and sustainability actions at local to regional scales. This position will support research on a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate and Societal Interactions Adaptation Sciences Project ‘The Resilient305 Collaborative: Advancing Hyperlocal, Replicable, Impact-driven Adaptation Science through Resilience Learning’, in collaboration with University of Miami, City University of New York-Hunter and Miami-Dade College faculty, local government and community-based organization partners. The position is also cross-cutting with ongoing research as part of National Science Foundation-funded Florida Coastal Everglades Long Term Ecological Research program (http://fcelter.fiu.edu/), NOAA-funded IOOS Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing Regional Association Water Level Monitoring Network (https://secoora.org/focus-areas/coastal-hazards-and-climate-variability/), and the Resilient305 Collaborative (https://resilient305.com/our-research/).

The candidate will: 1) develop, integrate and synthesize available social, ecological and infrastructure data to advance multisectoral analyses of sustainability and resilience interventions, 2) build on urban ecosystem studies to monitor and understand the impact of flooding and heat in Miami and Southeast Florida, 3) develop land use or other modeling output to support evaluation of alternative scenarios under future conditions, and 4) collaborate with local practitioners and academic scientists to apply information and modeling to support decision-making around coastal urban sustainability and resilience in the Southeast Florida region. The selected candidate will join an existing interdisciplinary, collaborative team of graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and local practitioners with a shared goal of advancing coastal urban sustainability and resilience in the face of multiple shocks and stresses as part of the Resilient305 Collaborative.

A PhD in geoscience, hydrology, urban planning or environmental engineering is required. An interdisciplinary background is preferred. Preferred skills include a strong proficiency in. statistical and computational modeling and/or experience in land use or other scenario modeling and analysis. The position is available for a one-year term with possibility for renewal based satisfactory performance.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 528506 at https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/ and attach a short letter of interest, a CV, and list of references. Candidates will provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who may be contacted for reference letters as determined by the search committee. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct any questions to Tiffany Troxler (troxlert@fiu.edu).

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.