"Center for Marine Science - Postdoctoral Scholar"

Job Details

Center for Marine Science - Postdoctoral Scholar

Vacancy Number: PD-0027
Position Number:
Location of Workplace: CMS Myrtle Grove

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Center for Marine Science invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholars with the ability to research in one or more of the following Sciences departments and disciplines:

• Marine Biology
• Oceanography
• Coastal Engineering
• Marine Science
• Applied Coastal and Ocean Sciences
• Coastal and Wetland Studies
• Estuarine Science
• Marine Physiology and Genetics
• Fisheries
• Aquaculture
• Marine Biotechnology
• Marine Policy and Education
• Marine and Atmospheric Chemistry
• Marine Geology
• Environmental Sciences

UNCW postdoctoral scholars gain important training and research experience through their relationship with the university in ways that support and fulfill the research, scholarship, and teaching missions of the institution. The primary responsibility of the postdoctoral scholar is to conduct research and upon initial appointment, may provide oversight of research projects and personnel, project management, assistance in development and writing of proposals and manuscripts, data acquisition, higher-level interpretation of computational results and comprehensive data analysis. These activities may be carried out in both field and laboratory settings. Postdoctoral scholars will interact with a variety of academic departments, various units within Business Affairs and Academic Affairs and other UNCW departments as needed for project management.

The UNCW postdoctoral scholar will:

• Have a primary faculty mentor.
• Develop an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in coordination with their faculty mentor.
• Participate in professional development programming offered through the University.

Appointment Description:
Postdoctoral appointments are term-limited based on the availability of funding. Postdoctoral scholars are typically assigned 12-month full-time appointments for a 1-2 year term appointment not to exceed a total of five years.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in one of the science fields listed above and conferred before the appointment start date, but no more than five (5) years prior to the appointment start date.
• Exceptions to the 5-year degree requirement may be waived in exceptional circumstances.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Required Certifications or Licensure:

Dept/School: Center for Marine Science - 30600

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
UNCW's Center for Marine Science has a rich history that spans over 50 years. Coastal access helps us provide an enriching learning environment for students, faculty and staff interested in the marine sciences.

College: Center for Marine Science - 306 CollegeThe Center for Marine Science at UNC Wilmington is dedicated to providing an environment that fosters a multidisciplinary approach to questions in basic and applied coastal and marine research. The mission of the center is to support and promote coastal and marine science at UNCW, including research, outreach and service, and teaching.This includes a variety of fields such as oceanography, coastal and wetland studies, estuarine science, marine physiology and genetics, fisheries, aquaculture, marine biotechnology, marine policy and education, and other aspects of marine biology, marine and atmospheric chemistry, marine geology, environmental studies/sciences, and physical oceanography.The center fosters research programs of the highest quality and thereby enhances the educational experience provided by The University of North Carolina Wilmington for both undergraduate and graduate students in marine science.

Special Notes to Applicants:
Please note, this is a postdoctoral position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in postdoc positions are considered temporary positions (non-permanent state employees) but do qualify for postdoctoral medical insurance and paid leave, unlike other temporary employees at the university. More information about postdoctoral employees can be found in the Postdoc Handbook.To receive consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to apply visit the applicant portal. Applications must be submitted through the online application system by 11:59pm EST of the posting close date to be considered.

Requested Job Posting Date: 08/14/2025
Posting Close Date: 2/26/2026

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37223