Colorado School of Mines Looking for Post-Doctoral Fellow – Geophysics, Radioglaciology Full Time

Job Type: Full time

Job Number: JR100616

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Funded by
the National Science Foundation (NSF), this Post-Doctoral Fellow is specifically focused on Radioglaciology for a period of one year
beginning 9/15/2023.

Position Title

Post-Doctoral Fellow in Radioglaciology

The Opportunity

The
Department of Geophysics and Mines Glaciology Laboratory welcomes applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Radioglaciology. This position
will investigate ice dynamics using ice-penetrating radar stratigraphy to interpret both steady-state and transient ice motion. The position
will implement, optimize, and compare radar algorithms to extract information from internal layers in Antarctica and develop computing
frameworks for integrated analysis with other freely available data products (e.g., satellite remote sensing datasets, climate reanalysis
products). The incumbent will work with their faculty mentor to develop a postdoctoral development plan that may include domestic and
international travel and/or mentorship of undergraduate and/or graduate students. This opportunity requires a 9/15/2023 start date and will
last one year with the opportunity for a second year based on the incumbent’s interest.

Responsibilities

The
Post-Doctoral Fellow will be responsible for:

Leadership of their research project; Implementation and analysis of radar processing
algorithms; Development of scalable computation frameworks for large-scale integrative ice-sheet analysis; Mentorship of undergraduate
and/or graduate students as needed for the project; Presentation of results at national or international meetings as well as submission of
results to peer-reviewed journals.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Earth and Space Sciences
• 0-2 years of
  postdoctoral training experience
• Extensive experience with ground and airborne Antarctic ice penetrating radar
  data
• Experience with open-source radar processing software packages (e.g., ImpDAR)
• Experience submitting competitive
  proposals to a US federal funding agency
• Experience publishing manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals

About Mines &
Golden, CO

Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the
best public school in the state for best value colleges. Mines is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver.  The
campus location offers a small-town ambiance with close proximity to all that the Denver metropolitan area has to offer with an abundance of
cultural events, museums, theaters and sporting venues. A sunny, high-altitude climate with outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities
makes the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play. We seek individuals who value a diverse and inclusive community – offering
different perspectives, experiences, and cultures that enrich the educational and work experience. 

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.  Mines does not discriminate based on age, sex, gender
(including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability,
sexual orientation, genetic information, veterans’ status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community
members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination,
affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and
activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines
complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent
discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or
concerns for safety.

Pay Range

$ 67,800

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education,
training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location,
and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Total Rewards

Mines
is proud to provide exceptional benefits that include pay, health & wellness and work/life balance offerings.  Our portfolio of benefits
includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Additionally, Mines employees are eligible for tuition benefits (for employees and dependents), generous paid holidays and leaves and
discount programs.  For more information, visit Mines benefits.

How to Apply

Applicants will be asked to
complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veterans’ status) and upload a CV and cover
letter (required). References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is
made.

Background Investigation Required

Yes

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you
will enjoy your career with us!