Postdoctoral Fellow - RCSE - Modeling Sea-Level Changes

Postdoctoral Fellow - RCSE - Modeling Sea-Level Changes 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars

Tulane University:

Humanities & Sciences:

School of Science and Engineering:

River-Coastal Science and Engineering Location New Orleans, Louisiana Open Date Feb 20, 2026 Description A post-doctoral scholar position is available immediately in the Sea Level Lab of Dr. Sönke Dangendorf to work on DoD, NSF and NASA funded projects related to the reconstruction and analysis of coastal mean sea-level changes with a particular focus on the reconstruction of sterodynamic sea level, the application of cyclostationary empirical orthogonal functions, and machine learning approaches. The position is located in the Department of River-Coastal Science and Engineering at Tulane University, which values diversity in all forms and is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Applications from candidates passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion with overlapping scientific interests are encouraged to apply. Possible projects include (1) assessments of spatiotemporal sea-level fields, (2) mapping reconstructions of coastal sea-level changes based on tide gauge and ancillary information, and (3) building Bayesian frameworks that properly take into account uncertainties of different observational and model networks. Applicants with a background in some of the followings are especially encouraged to apply: physical oceanography, coastal engineering, geodesy, geosciences, and sea-level science. The earliest start date is March 27th, 2026. The position would be for one year (contingent upon annual review at year 1) with the possibility of further extension. The starting salary is 60,000 $ + full benefits. The Department of River-Coastal Science and Engineering at Tulane is a diverse and welcoming community of scientists with excellent scholarship across a wide range of interdisciplinary topics. Tulane is a private, research one university and a member of the 63 prestigious Association of American Universities. Tulane is a collegial, collaborative, and stimulating environment for learning and research and is ranked among the top 70 universities by US News Report. New Orleans is a beautiful, vibrant, multicultural, and truly unique city in which to work and live.

Qualifications Required:

PhD in one of these fields: Physical Oceanography, Coastal Engineering, Geodesy, or Geosciences.

Preferred:

Experience working with tide gauge data, satellite data, geodetic data (GNSS, INSAR), hydrographic profiles, MATLAB and/or FORTRAN and/or PYTHON, statistical and numerical modelling experience, and climate models

Application Instructions To Apply Submit:

One page Cover Letter C.V. A relevant publication or manuscript in preparation 1 Reference Letter Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Informal inquiries about the position are encouraged: Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.