Postdoctoral Associate University of Colorado Boulder - 3.9 Boulder, CO Job Details Full-time $71,585 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Statistics Quantitative applied research Academic research projects Scientific publications English Computational modeling Scientific research papers Doctor of Philosophy Environmental modeling Quantitative analysis Simulation analysis

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74970

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Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type:

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Full-Time Posting Close Date:

30-Sep-2026

Date Posted:

28-Sep-2026 Job Summary The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (ATOC) welcomes applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position focused on Arctic clouds and aerosols. The position is part of a project to understand how intentional or unintentional perturbations to Arctic clouds may affect Arctic climate and ripple through the Arctic climate system to impact Sea Ice, Ice Sheets, permafrost and the Arctic Carbon cycle. This position will be co-mentored by Marika Holland (NCAR) and Andrew Gettelman (PNNL/CU) and work as part of an interdisciplinary team working on many aspects of Arctic Climate. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Who We Are ATOC is a world leader in investigations of climate science and weather phenomena, from the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of the atmosphere. Our highly recognized research and education programs include theory, modeling, and measurements from the ground, balloons, aircraft, and satellites. ATOC faculty and graduate students address fundamental questions of societal relevance in the areas of climate processes and weather dynamics, aerosol and cloud physics, atmospheric chemistry and transport, radiative transfer, fluid dynamics, and oceanography. ATOC undergraduates delve into a breadth of applied science topics, acquiring the quantitative skills necessary for today's high-tech careers. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be The researcher will analyze observations and numerical simulations performed with the Community Earth System Model (CESM) to better understand Arctic clouds and aerosol perturbation effects on the Arctic and global climate system. This research requires experience processing large datasets and/or model outputs, applying statistical methods, diagnosing physical processes, and performing climate model simulations. What We Can Offer $71,585 annually. Benefits At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program. Be Statements Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder. What We Require A Ph.D. in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, physical oceanography, or a related field and have an interest in Arctic Climate. Experience analyzing and performing large arctic observation and/or simulation data sets Experience in analyzing Arctic radiative transfer Expertise on Arctic Clouds Ability to perform independent research Proficiency in written and verbal English are essential for publishing research papers and presenting results from the project. Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials: Resume or CV. Cover Letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position. (Optional)

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If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional attachment. During the application process you will need to enter contact information for one reference who can write a letter of recommendation on your behalf. We will request letters and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses. For consideration, please apply by September 30, 2026.

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