Postdoctoral Researcher in Sea Level and Ice Sheets in a Changing Climate
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at McGill University invites applications for a fully-funded Postdoctoral Researcher position in Prof. Natalya Gomez’s research group beginning inSeptember 2025. The start date is flexible and the position is part of several openings for postdoctoral researchers and PhD and MSc students in Dr. Natalya Gomez’s group in Fall 2025 and beyond.The Researcher will work in collaboration with Dr. Gomez on a range of possible projects either 1) under the broad theme of modeling and observations of ice sheet dynamics, glacial isostatic adjustment and global sea levels, or 2) at the interface between sea level projection science and coastal resilience.Candidates should indicate in their cover letter which theme interests them, describing their fit and preparation accordingly.
For the first theme, candidates must have a doctoral degree in geophysics, glaciology, sea level science, geodesy, paleo or modern climatology, glaciology, oceanography, or a related subject with strong quantitative research skills and familiarity with numerical modeling.Candidates should explain the relevance of their background to Dr. Gomez’s research program.
For the second theme, candidates must have a PhD in a relevant subject and ability to engage with related scientific literature.A background or interest in some of the following fields will be an asset: climate and environmental policy and decision-making, community engagement, science communication for policy making, statistics and interdisciplinary research. Candidates should explain the relevance of their background (including work experience, even if unrelated to climate) to possible research directions.
The position is for 2 years, with possibility for an extension depending on progress and available funding.The annual salary will be $55,000. The position includes a maximum relocation allowance of $2,500. Postdocs at McGill must remain within 5 years of being awarded their Ph.D. throughout their appointment, and therefore applicants must have been awarded their Ph.D. within three years of their start date.
Review of applications will begin on May 10th, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Start date is negotiable but ideally the candidate would begin by early September 2025.
All applications must include:
- which theme your are interested in
- a brief research statement (1-2 pages max) including research to date and future directions, including under the themes listed above;
- a current curriculum vitae;
- a copy of university transcript(s);
- a short paragraph on why you are interested in this position and what you would bring to the research group
- Names, contact information and relationship to two reference letter writers (letter writers will be contacted by email)
Applicants must apply by creating a candidate account and uploading all required documentation, except the letters of recommendation, as a single PDF in McGill’s Workday system.
Questions and communications can be sent to Dr. Natalya Gomez at natalya.gomez@mcgill.ca with the subject line “PDF position 2025″
Information about work permits, healthcare and benefits, and other employment-related questions can be found at the following links.
https://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs
https://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/international/workpermit
https://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/fellows/healthcare
Annual Salary:(AMURE Post-Doctoral Fellow Researcher) $45,000.00
Hours per Week:35 (Full time)
Location:Adams Building
Supervisor:Associate Professor
Position Start Date:2025-09-01
Position End Date:2027-08-31
Deadline to Apply:2025-01-31
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.