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The Earth Commons Academic Postdoctoral Fellowship
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Overview
The Earth Commons Academic Postdoctoral Fellowship.Georgetown Universitys Institute for Environment and Sustainability (ECo) invites applications for postdoctoral academic fellowships for start dates of Fall 2026. ECo Fellows will be expected to carry out interdisciplinary research on various aspects of environment and sustainability challenges and scholarship (e.g., climate and climate change, biodiversity conservation, food and water security, environmental justice). Applicants must propose to conduct interdisciplinary research with one or more Earth Commons faculty or affiliated faculty. Additionally, ECo Fellows will have one semester of teaching responsibilities in the Earth Commons Institute's undergraduate BS-ES curriculum during their fellowship. Postdoctoral Fellowships are awarded for two years, although year two is contingent upon successful progress in year one. Appointment will commence in September 2026. In accepting the appointment, the fellow is expected to be in residence at Georgetown University except for absences agreed upon with mentor(s). Responsibilities
Carry out interdisciplinary research on environment and sustainability topics in collaboration with Earth Commons faculty or affiliated faculty. Prepare and deliver one semester of teaching within the Earth Commons Institute's undergraduate BS-ES curriculum during the fellowship. Engage in ongoing scholarly activity, contribute to diversity and inclusion in the department, and participate in activities associated with Georgetown Universitys Earth Commons Institute. Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. (or Ph.D. expected by June 2026). Applicants should have developed a proposed area of research in collaboration with an Earth Commons Affiliate Member. Applications submitted without this will not be considered. Particularly strong proposals will include faculty mentors from multiple departments or schools within Georgetown University. Application Instructions
Applications will be in two rounds. For stage 1, candidates should provide an initial submission of a proposal project abstract ( Abstract is not to exceed 250 words (12pt font, double spaced) and must include a clear description of the research question, methodology, and justification for collaboration with identified Georgetown faculty mentors. A list of prospective Georgetown Faculty mentors can be found here. Salary for the position is $65,000, in addition to a research stipend. About The Earth Commons
The Earth Commons prepares future generations to take care of our common home by supporting environmental and sustainability research, education, and action throughout Georgetown University and the world beyond. The core values of the ECo Institute reflect a commitment to academic excellence, student engagement, Jesuit ideals of service to others, and stewardship for our environment. For more information about the Institute, please visit our website: https://earthcommons.georgetown.edu/ Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer , fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA). Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Application Materials
250-word research project abstract — developed with input from an affiliate faculty mentor CV Cover letter Abstract is not to exceed 250 words and must include a description of the research, including explicit question/hypothesis, and justification for collaborating with identified faculty mentors.
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The Earth Commons Academic Postdoctoral Fellowship.Georgetown Universitys Institute for Environment and Sustainability (ECo) invites applications for postdoctoral academic fellowships for start dates of Fall 2026. ECo Fellows will be expected to carry out interdisciplinary research on various aspects of environment and sustainability challenges and scholarship (e.g., climate and climate change, biodiversity conservation, food and water security, environmental justice). Applicants must propose to conduct interdisciplinary research with one or more Earth Commons faculty or affiliated faculty. Additionally, ECo Fellows will have one semester of teaching responsibilities in the Earth Commons Institute's undergraduate BS-ES curriculum during their fellowship. Postdoctoral Fellowships are awarded for two years, although year two is contingent upon successful progress in year one. Appointment will commence in September 2026. In accepting the appointment, the fellow is expected to be in residence at Georgetown University except for absences agreed upon with mentor(s). Responsibilities
Carry out interdisciplinary research on environment and sustainability topics in collaboration with Earth Commons faculty or affiliated faculty. Prepare and deliver one semester of teaching within the Earth Commons Institute's undergraduate BS-ES curriculum during the fellowship. Engage in ongoing scholarly activity, contribute to diversity and inclusion in the department, and participate in activities associated with Georgetown Universitys Earth Commons Institute. Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. (or Ph.D. expected by June 2026). Applicants should have developed a proposed area of research in collaboration with an Earth Commons Affiliate Member. Applications submitted without this will not be considered. Particularly strong proposals will include faculty mentors from multiple departments or schools within Georgetown University. Application Instructions
Applications will be in two rounds. For stage 1, candidates should provide an initial submission of a proposal project abstract ( Abstract is not to exceed 250 words (12pt font, double spaced) and must include a clear description of the research question, methodology, and justification for collaboration with identified Georgetown faculty mentors. A list of prospective Georgetown Faculty mentors can be found here. Salary for the position is $65,000, in addition to a research stipend. About The Earth Commons
The Earth Commons prepares future generations to take care of our common home by supporting environmental and sustainability research, education, and action throughout Georgetown University and the world beyond. The core values of the ECo Institute reflect a commitment to academic excellence, student engagement, Jesuit ideals of service to others, and stewardship for our environment. For more information about the Institute, please visit our website: https://earthcommons.georgetown.edu/ Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer , fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA). Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Application Materials
250-word research project abstract — developed with input from an affiliate faculty mentor CV Cover letter Abstract is not to exceed 250 words and must include a description of the research, including explicit question/hypothesis, and justification for collaborating with identified faculty mentors.
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