"CSE Postdoctoral Scholar - (Pooled)"

CSE Postdoctoral Scholar - (Pooled)

Vacancy Number: PD-0029
Position Number: PD0033
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

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

• Biology and Marine Biology
• Chemistry and Biochemistry
• Earth and Ocean Sciences
• Environmental Sciences
• Physics and Physical Oceanography
• Psychology
• Computer Science
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Pre-Engineering

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 post-degree limit may be waived in certain circumstances.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Required Certifications or Licensure:

Dept/School: College of Science and Engineering (Faculty Pool)

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The College of Science and Engineering is a new college with a strategic focus on computing, engineering, and science.

Requested Job Posting Date: 10/30/2025
Posting Close Date: 11/1/2026

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37789