"Post Doctoral Fellow, Lake Ecosystem Modeling"

The MU Limnology Lab in the School of Natural Resources at the University of Missouri-Columbia (MU) is seeking an enthusiastic post-doctoral candidate (PDF) to develop lake models for scenario modeling. They will need to hit the ground running and produce a lake management advice case study in the first 6 months.

We are interested in collaborative and keen candidates that have a strong background in both limnology and in-lake modeling. A significant portion of this research will be building water quality models and applying scenarios, ideally using PCLake and the General Lake Model (GLM), so demonstrable programming skills and modeling experience is essential. We offer a competitive salary, medical coverage, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification: PhD in Limnology and Lake Modeling or a related field.

Candidates will be evaluated on: ability to build and apply scenarios in lake ecosystem models such as PCLake and the General Lake Model.

Application Materials

Apply online at https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings, Job ID 57582.

Please send: 1) cover letter outlining your background, expertise, and interests, 2) a recent CV, and 3) names & contact information of three individuals that can be available to serve as references.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2025.

Contact: Rebecca North, northr@missouri.edu, with the subject header ‘Lake modeling PDF position’.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.