Open Postdoctoral position, faculty mentor Thompson Postdoc in Geophysics

The Department of Geophysics at the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability has established the Thompson Postdoctoral Fellowship to be awarded to a candidate preferably within two years of receipt of the Ph.D. A candidate applying before completing their Ph.D. must have been awarded their degree before taking up the Fellowship. Our fellowship is open to applicants (whatever the discipline of their Ph.D.) in any area of geophysics, including new areas of research that cross classical disciplinary boundaries. Our department studies the surface and interiors of the Earth, Moon, and planets through laboratory experiments, computational and theoretical modeling, remote imaging, and direct observation. Our research has both fundamental and applied elements.

 The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and promise, and they will contribute to the growth and diversity of the Department. We seek candidates who have their own independent research agenda but have common interests with one or more existing faculty (who will serve as a formal mentor(s)) to participate in their research group activities. We encourage prospective applicants, before applying, to communicate with prospective faculty mentors. Fellowship candidates will automatically be considered for other available postdoctoral positions in the Department of Geophysics at Stanford

 This postdoctoral fellowship will be awarded for a one-year period that can start any time between September 1st 2025 and June 30th 2026 with an anticipated extension for a second year. The compensation package includes a salary no less than $76,000/year (depending on experience), benefits, and a $15,000 research allowance. 

 Applications received by December 1st, 2024 will receive fullest consideration, but the position will remain open until filled. A short list of candidates will be interviewed in February/March 2025.

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