Lori Summa and David Awwiller Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Geosciences
University of California - Davis, Davis, CA, United States
Position Overview
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UC Davis invites applications for the Lori Summa and David Awwiller Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Geosciences.
Salary Range
A reasonable estimate for this position is $69,073-$82,836.
Application Window
Open date:
February 5, 2026
Most recent review date:
Sunday, Mar 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) – Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date:
Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) – Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences provides a world‑class, stimulating intellectual and educational environment that prioritizes people. The postdoctoral scholar will conduct cutting‑edge research in Earth and Planetary Sciences to address challenging scientific and societal problems, developing a creative, impactful, and collaborative research project under the mentorship of an EPS faculty member. Applicants are encouraged to contact potential mentors well in advance of the application deadline to discuss project ideas and resources available to support the proposed project. The successful applicant will have $2,000 available to support research activities and/or conference travel.
This is a full‑time, two‑year appointment with salary based on experience (see UC Davis salary tables) and includes benefits. Opportunities for teaching may arise depending on the applicant’s interests. Postdoctoral scholars are supported by the Postdoctoral Scholars Association and represented by the Postdoctoral Scholar Bargaining Unit.
A Ph.D. in geoscience or a related field is required at appointment. Candidates must be within the first 5 years of their Ph.D. completion date and must not have more than 3 years of post‑doctoral employment at the date of hiring.
Responsibilities
Develop and carry out an independent research project.
Collaborate with faculty and fellow researchers.
Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals.
Present results at conferences and seminars.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in geoscience or a related field.
First 5 years post‑Ph.D. and not more than 3 years of postdoctoral employment at hiring.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae – most recent version.
Cover Letter – brief description of Ph.D. research and qualifications for the proposed project.
Statement of Proposed Postdoctoral Project – proposal text and figures no more than 3 pages; references may be on additional pages.
Authorization to Release Information Form – required for all academic recruitments; download, complete, sign, and upload.
Three letters of reference are required, one of which must be from the proposed postdoctoral mentor at UC Davis.
Legal & EEO Statements
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Applicants with a prior or current investigation of misconduct must disclose relevant information as specified.
UC Davis requires the completion of the “Authorization to Release Information” form; failure to submit will result in an incomplete application.
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco‑free campus.
Compliance with UC Davis policies and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400 is required.
Application Link
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07491
Help Contact
brannan@ucdavis.edu
Job Location
Davis, CA
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The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UC Davis invites applications for the Lori Summa and David Awwiller Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Geosciences.
Salary Range
A reasonable estimate for this position is $69,073-$82,836.
Application Window
Open date:
February 5, 2026
Most recent review date:
Sunday, Mar 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) – Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date:
Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) – Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences provides a world‑class, stimulating intellectual and educational environment that prioritizes people. The postdoctoral scholar will conduct cutting‑edge research in Earth and Planetary Sciences to address challenging scientific and societal problems, developing a creative, impactful, and collaborative research project under the mentorship of an EPS faculty member. Applicants are encouraged to contact potential mentors well in advance of the application deadline to discuss project ideas and resources available to support the proposed project. The successful applicant will have $2,000 available to support research activities and/or conference travel.
This is a full‑time, two‑year appointment with salary based on experience (see UC Davis salary tables) and includes benefits. Opportunities for teaching may arise depending on the applicant’s interests. Postdoctoral scholars are supported by the Postdoctoral Scholars Association and represented by the Postdoctoral Scholar Bargaining Unit.
A Ph.D. in geoscience or a related field is required at appointment. Candidates must be within the first 5 years of their Ph.D. completion date and must not have more than 3 years of post‑doctoral employment at the date of hiring.
Responsibilities
Develop and carry out an independent research project.
Collaborate with faculty and fellow researchers.
Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals.
Present results at conferences and seminars.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in geoscience or a related field.
First 5 years post‑Ph.D. and not more than 3 years of postdoctoral employment at hiring.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae – most recent version.
Cover Letter – brief description of Ph.D. research and qualifications for the proposed project.
Statement of Proposed Postdoctoral Project – proposal text and figures no more than 3 pages; references may be on additional pages.
Authorization to Release Information Form – required for all academic recruitments; download, complete, sign, and upload.
Three letters of reference are required, one of which must be from the proposed postdoctoral mentor at UC Davis.
Legal & EEO Statements
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Applicants with a prior or current investigation of misconduct must disclose relevant information as specified.
UC Davis requires the completion of the “Authorization to Release Information” form; failure to submit will result in an incomplete application.
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco‑free campus.
Compliance with UC Davis policies and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400 is required.
Application Link
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07491
Help Contact
brannan@ucdavis.edu
Job Location
Davis, CA
#J-18808-Ljbffr