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CIMAR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER

(PELAGIC ECOLOGY) - ID# 226536.

CLOSING DATE

September 14, 2026, or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended.

INQUIRIES

Nicole Wakazuru-Yoza 808-956-5018 (Oahu). Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (CIMAR), located in Honolulu, Hawai'i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE

$6,250 - $7,000/Mon.

DUTIES:

Conducts research in any of the following disciplines: fisheries science, marine biology, biological oceanography, ecosystem modeling, or physical/atmospheric sciences in relation to the environment and fisheries. Works collaboratively with faculty at the University of Hawaiʻi's School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST) and with scientists at the Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC). Applies data analysis, numerical model simulations, and/or theoretical methods to achieve research goals. Leads and co-authors manuscripts and scientific presentations describing area of research.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION PhD from an accredited college or university in Oceanography, Climate or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Up to three (0-3) years of experience working in any of the following disciplines: fisheries science, marine biology, biological oceanography, ecosystem modeling, or physical/atmospheric sciences in relation to the environment and fisheries. Experience with authorship or co-authorship of publications in a related field of study.

KNOWLEDGE

General oceanographic and fisheries background.

ABILITIES & SKILLS

Previous authorship or co-authorship of publications in a related field of study. Good communication skills, both orally and in writing. Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months.

POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai'i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of pelagic ecosystems and fisheries in the Pacific.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) List of Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai'i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting.

If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, please send additional documents to rcuh_recruitment @rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872.

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Pay:

$6,250.00 - $7,000.00 per month

Work Location:

In person