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University of North Carolina at Wilmington

CSE Postdoctoral Scholar - (Pooled)

University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412

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Vacancy Number

PD-0029

Working Title

Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Number

PD0033

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work

The College of Science and Engineering invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholars with the ability to research in one or more of the following Sciences departments and disciplines:

Biology and Marine Biology

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Earth and Ocean Sciences

Physics and Physical Oceanography

Computer Science

Mathematics and Statistics

Postdoctoral scholars will conduct research and may oversee projects and personnel, manage projects, assist in proposal and manuscript development, acquire data, and perform advanced analysis both in field and laboratory settings. They will interact with academic departments and various university units for project management.

Responsibilities

Have a primary faculty mentor.

Develop an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in coordination with the mentor.

Participate in professional development programming offered through the university.

Assist with research project oversight, proposal writing, manuscript preparation, data acquisition, and analysis.

Collaborate with cross‑departmental teams and conduct both field and laboratory research.

Appointment Description Postdoctoral appointments are term‑limited based on funding availability, with typical 12‑month full‑time appointments for 1–2 year terms, not to exceed five years in total.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in one of the listed science fields, conferred before the appointment start date but no more than five (5) years prior.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Applicants with strong research experience, project management skills, and a record of scientific publication are preferred.

Required Certifications or Licensure None specified.

EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment Postdoctoral positions are temporary (non‑permanent state employees) but qualify for postdoctoral medical insurance and paid leave. Candidates must meet credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and documentation.

Application Instructions To apply, submit a complete application through the applicant portal by the posting close date. Final candidates are subject to background checks and must verify identity and employment eligibility in accordance with federal law.

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