Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate — Full-Time
Location: Princeton, NJ
Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 (plus full employee benefits per Princeton University guidelines)
Category: Environmental Science, Ecology, and Forestry | PI: PI287991869
Posted: Today | Deadline: Review begins immediately and continues until filled

About the Position: The Center for Policy Research on Energy and the Environment at Princeton University invites applications for postdoctoral researchers to conduct research in conservation biology. The position reports to Professor David Wilcove and is appointed through the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs.

Research Areas (expertise in any of three):

1. Conservation of migratory species
2. Impact of the wildlife trade (domestic or international) on rare or declining species
3. Conservation of imperiled freshwater species, especially those associated with large rivers

Research Priorities: Priority will be given to research that involves more than one species, addresses key ecological or environmental issues driving population declines, and generates insights that can inform conservation practices. Given the position duration, projects requiring novel fieldwork are discouraged unless the fieldwork can be readily completed in under one year.

Qualifications:

• PhD in a relevant field
• No more than two years of post-PhD research experience by the start of the appointment
• Appointment at the Postdoctoral Research Associate rank
• Term: One year, renewable annually based on funding and meeting all other requirements

Additional Information:

• Subject to the University’s background check policy
• Not eligible for sponsorship of an H-1B visa requiring consular processing; other visa sponsorships (including H-1B visas not requiring consular processing) may be available, as appropriate

Application Instructions: Applicants must submit:

• CV
• Contact information for three references
• Cover letter describing areas of expertise and interest
• A 1–2 page description of the proposed research

References may be contacted for shortlisted candidates. Submission must be made online.

Application Link: Apply through Princeton University’s academic jobs portal (puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire).

About the School: The Princeton School of Public and International Affairs is especially interested in candidates who, through research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community, and actively seeks colleagues of exceptional ability representing a broad range of viewpoints, experience, and value systems who share Princeton’s dedication to excellence and service.

Pay Transparency: The University considers factors such as position scope and responsibilities, candidate qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted range is the University’s good faith estimate for a full-time position; part-time salaries are pro-rated. A comprehensive benefits program is offered to eligible employees.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.