PhD and Postdoc Job Postings at Cornell University

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate (Cornell Job Postings)

Location: Dr. Fenghua Hu’s laboratory

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Pay Range: $56,484.00 – $81,000.00

Summary:

NIH-funded postdoctoral positions are available in Dr. Fenghua Hu’s laboratory at Cornell University to study molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, particularly amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),  frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Candidates with prior experiences in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry or neuroscience are encouraged to apply. Details of Dr. Hu’s laboratory, ongoing research projects. Successful candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry or neuroscience. Prior research experience in mouse models, and/or membrane trafficking and lysosome biology will be a plus. Interested candidates should contact Dr. Fenghua Hu (fh87@cornell.edu).

The Weill Institute (https://wicmb.cornell.edu/) is an interdisciplinary hub of life science research at Cornell. Our faculty perform cutting edge cell biological research, from basic molecular mechanisms to human diseases. We bring together faculty, students, and postdocs from various departments and graduate fields, representing research areas that might not otherwise engage in crosstalk.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university’s mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience.
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
• Unique applicable skills.

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Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate – SIP Soil and Crop Section – Ryan Lab (Cornell Job Postings)

Location: The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Salary Range: CALS hiring range for this title is $56,484 to $57,000

Summary:

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and home to Cornell University’s second largest population of students, faculty and staff. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy and environmental resources; and social, physical and economic well-being. CALS is fundamentally invested in improving the lives of people, their environments, and their communities both in New York state and around the world.

The CALS School of Integrative of Plant Science (SIPS) encompasses five fields: Horticulture, Plant Biology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology, and Soil and Crop Sciences. Combined there are 100+ faculty, ~200 undergraduate majors, 200+ graduate students in six fields, and 600+ other employees located in Ithaca, Geneva, and other satellite locations across New York State. The School offers the multidisciplinary undergraduate major in the Plant Sciences and is also home to the Agricultural Sciences major. School faculty also contribute to the Biology, Global Development, and Viticulture & Enology majors.

Position Function

Seeking outstanding individual to assist with research, extension, and project management in the Cornell Sustainable Cropping Systems Lab. The position is located in the Section of Soil and Crop Sciences within the School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) at Cornell University. The research aims to strengthen food systems through interdisciplinary, systems-based research on agronomic management practices and their effects on sustainability indicators. Research areas include no-till agriculture, weed ecology, organic management of corn and soybeans, and more. The incumbent will manage multiple projects, coordinate research, manage and analyze data, write articles and reports, support teaching and extension activities, and assist with fieldwork including soil, crop, and weed sampling and sample processing.

Anticipated Division of Time

• Statistical analyses, writing, and publishing scientific articles 50%
• Project management and coordination 30%
• Field work and data collection 10%
• Teaching and extension activities  5%
• Mentoring graduate students and other team members 5%

Requirements

Successful candidates must have a PhD degree in Ecology, Agronomy, Weed Science, Soil Science, or related discipline. Strong analytical and scientific writing skills are required.

Interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a diverse, interdisciplinary team are essential. Interest or experience in agroecology, climate change adaptation and mitigation, organic agriculture, or biodiversity are also required.

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Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate: bird diversity & forest management – Cornell Lab of Ornithology (Cornell Job Postings)

Location: Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Pay Range: $56,000 to $64,000

Summary:

Position Function

The project draws on an ongoing ecosystem-scale passive acoustic monitoring program that generates ~1 million hours of audio annually, the machine learning algorithm BirdNET , which generates avian diversity data from the audio, and remotely sensed forest structure datasets that describe both forest management history and current conditions. Core objectives include using Bayesian multispecies occupancy models to: (1) explore the influence of forest management history on contemporary avian biodiversity (80-100 species) and (2) inform the development of a bird diversity index to facilitate quantitative assessments of the effects of forest restoration on biodiversity.

The project scope provides an opportunity to make direct contributions to conservation and basic ecology. It is also particularly collaborative: the incumbent will work closely with Dr. Zach Peery (University of Wisconsin-Madison), federal agency biologists and managers (U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service), and academic researchers specializing in ecology, statistics, and computer science.

In addition to working with external partners, the postdoctoral associate will be working closely with scientists in the Yang Center and other programs at the Lab. We encourage postdoctoral associates to explore related research questions and collaborate on projects conducted in the Lab and with partners.

Anticipated Division of Time

Expected outcomes of this work are the submission of two manuscripts to high-impact peer-reviewed journals and coordination with agency partners to directly apply results to conservation in the Sierra Nevada ecosystem. It is understood that incumbents may have outstanding work remaining from previous positions and will need to apply to subsequent positions; time spent on these activities should be appropriate to the stage of the position. There is no required fieldwork, but the incumbent would be encouraged to spend some time (e.g., two weeks) in the Sierra Nevada.

• Develop and conduct avian biodiversity research to meet project goals. Analyze research findings. Apply results to conservation in the Sierra Nevada ecosystem. (60%)
• Present results at professional meetings, conferences, and popular seminars. Prepare two manuscripts for high impact peer reviewed journals and other research products, including reports and relevant information to partners. (25%)
• Engaging with partners and possible funders. Participate in career and professional development opportunities. (10%)
• Engage in ongoing academic and intellectual life at the Lab of Ornithology and Cornell University. (5%)

Supervision Exercised

The incumbent will be expected to meet regularly with project collaborators (within the Yang Center, at other universities, and in government agencies). In addition, there are opportunities for the incumbent to mentor undergraduate students and possibly contribute to mentoring graduate students, but neither activity is expected or required.

Term of position:

This is a full-time (100% FTE) position and will be located in Ithaca, New York. This is a one-year appointment with possible extension depending on available work, funding and performance.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in biological or ecological sciences or statistics is required.
• Strong record of success conducting research and scholarly activities, including regular publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with terrestrial population modeling is a strong positive, particularly in an occupancy framework.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Other beneficial qualifications include: familiarity with Bayesian statistics, experience working with large acoustic datasets, GIS skills, experience analyzing remotely sensed data, familiarity with machine learning tools, and field experience with birds and/or the Sierra Nevada ecosystem.
• Writing skills and a strong publication record for the professional stage of the applicant are also valuable.

Salary or Rewards/Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with experience, $56,000 to $64,000 per year and includes benefits. Relocation funds are available.

This position is located at the Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY. Local personnel will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid schedule with opportunities to work on-site and from home. Fully remote work will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Cornell provides great benefits that include professional development, access to wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, broad range of comprehensive health care options, and generous paid leave provisions:  3 weeks of vacation, 13 holidays (including end of year winter break), paid family leave, and superior retirement contributions.

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Position Title: Postdoctoral Researcher in Engineering Education (Cornell Job Postings)

Location: Department of Biomedical Engineering

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Pay Range: $54,840.00 – $75,000.00

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our research team as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Engineering Education. This position is part of an exciting project aimed at developing an innovative engineering teamwork assessment tool using evidence-centered design. The project will focus on the domain analysis and modeling using both qualitative and quantitative tools.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct extensive meta-analysis and gather relevant research on teamwork in engineering classrooms and industry.
• Collect and analyze data using various research methods, such as surveys, interviews, and observations.
• Develop theoretical framework describing the domain of teamwork in authentic engineering learning environments.
• Develop survey assessment arguments based on the teamwork framework.
• Contribute to the preparation of research reports and scholarly publications.
• Present research findings at conferences and seminars.
• Assist in the supervision and mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students involved in the project.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. in Engineering Education, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong background and research experience in engineering education is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a research team.

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Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate in Water Resources Systems Modeling Under Deep Uncertainty (Cornell Job Postings)

Location: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Pay Range: $54,840.00 – $75,000.00

Summary:

Professor Patrick Reed’s Decision Analytics for Complex Systems research group within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University seeks one or more postdoctoral associates. The positions can be remote (but the home location needs to be in the United States).  The position(s) will initially be available for one year with a potential renewal for two or more years.

Candidates should have strong computational skills, ideally with a focus on water resources systems modeling at the river-basin scale. Experience with high-performance computing, uncertainty analysis, and coupled human-natural systems modeling is desirable. Additionally, emerging advancements in control and machine learning (e.g., deep reinforcement learning) are of interest but not required.  Ideally, candidates would have a Ph.D. in water resources engineering, hydrology, or a related field. The focus of this research will be on the risks, resilience, and sustainability of major regional water resources systems (e.g., the Mid-Atlantic, the Colorado River Basin, and the Central Valley). The research will have a particular emphasis on understanding the implications of human responses to evolving climate extremes.

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