Cornell University
Postdoctoral Associate - Biological and Environmental Engineering
Cornell University, Northeast Ithaca, New York, United States
Postdoctoral Associate
Biological and Environmental Engineering,
Cornell University
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Location: Ithaca, New York, USA
Position Function
The Anderson research group is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute independent and innovative research on the technical implications of decarbonization policy pathways for electric power systems. Desired experience includes optimization and simulation of electric power systems under uncertainty, programming in Python, Julia, and/or MATLAB, and excellent quantitative skills, including probability and data analysis.
Anticipated Division of Time
Research (80%)
Publication & Presentation (10%)
Project Management & Mentorship (10%)
Requirements This position requires the following: A PhD in engineering, operations research, or a related field.
A proven track record of independence and a strong enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research in energy systems
Excellent organizational, communication, time management skills, and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team.
Preferred qualifications Experience working with power system operational and/or planning models (capacity expansion, resource adequacy, operational reliability) is highly valued
Supervision Exercised Provide oversight and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students. To apply: Please apply via Academic Jobs Online
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29926 Qualified
candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references,
at least one recent scientific article that you have contributed to,
and a
statement supporting diverse communities
(this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service, mentoring, extension, and/or outreach, the candidate has and will contribute to support Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study,”
via the website. Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified. CALS hiring rate for this title is $61,008. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Life. Changing. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League and
Land-grant
university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Cornell’s regional and global presence includes state-wide Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and offices in all counties and boroughs, global partnerships with institutions and communities engaged in life-changing research and education, the medical college’s campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, and the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City. Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click
here . University Job Title: Post Dr Assoc
Job Family: Post Doc Other
Level: No Grade - Annual
Pay Rate Type: Salary
Pay Range: $61,008.00 - $87,000.00
Remote Option Availability: Onsite
Company: Contract College
Contact Name: Joan Olson
Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
Unique applicable skills
Academic Discipline
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on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email
mycareer@cornell.edu . If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at
accommodations@cornell.edu . Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also
request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing
mycareer@cornell.edu . Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by
clicking here
. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEEO Statement: Cornell University's history of diversity and inclusion encourages all students, faculty and staff to support a diverse and inclusive university in which to work, study, teach, research and serve. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified disabled individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act have rights in the application process and in employment under federal law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 2025-04-14 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Publication & Presentation (10%)
Project Management & Mentorship (10%)
Requirements This position requires the following: A PhD in engineering, operations research, or a related field.
A proven track record of independence and a strong enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research in energy systems
Excellent organizational, communication, time management skills, and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team.
Preferred qualifications Experience working with power system operational and/or planning models (capacity expansion, resource adequacy, operational reliability) is highly valued
Supervision Exercised Provide oversight and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students. To apply: Please apply via Academic Jobs Online
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/29926 Qualified
candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references,
at least one recent scientific article that you have contributed to,
and a
statement supporting diverse communities
(this can be a stand-alone document (preferred) or the information can be embedded in other parts of the application materials) outlining how, through research, teaching, service, mentoring, extension, and/or outreach, the candidate has and will contribute to support Cornell’s historical mission of “any person … any study,”
via the website. Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified. CALS hiring rate for this title is $61,008. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Life. Changing. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League and
Land-grant
university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Cornell’s regional and global presence includes state-wide Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and offices in all counties and boroughs, global partnerships with institutions and communities engaged in life-changing research and education, the medical college’s campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, and the Cornell Tech campus on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City. Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click
here . University Job Title: Post Dr Assoc
Job Family: Post Doc Other
Level: No Grade - Annual
Pay Rate Type: Salary
Pay Range: $61,008.00 - $87,000.00
Remote Option Availability: Onsite
Company: Contract College
Contact Name: Joan Olson
Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
Unique applicable skills
Academic Discipline
To learn more about Cornell’s non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see
Career Navigator . Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined
in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement . To learn more about Cornell’s union wages, see
Union Pay Rates . Current Employees: If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to
Workday
using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your
Home
dashboard to view jobs at Cornell. Online Submission Guidelines : Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit
How We Hire
on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email
mycareer@cornell.edu . If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at
accommodations@cornell.edu . Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also
request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing
mycareer@cornell.edu . Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by
clicking here
. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEEO Statement: Cornell University's history of diversity and inclusion encourages all students, faculty and staff to support a diverse and inclusive university in which to work, study, teach, research and serve. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified disabled individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act have rights in the application process and in employment under federal law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 2025-04-14 #J-18808-Ljbffr