"Postdoctoral Associate"

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

Position Function: The Postdoctoral Associate will observe meetings in the case study communities, conduct stakeholder interviews, and oversee the implementation of a survey in coordination with collaborators. The successful candidate is expected to work with undergraduate and graduate group members on related research and provide mentorship and guidance when collaborating. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. This is a six-month remote appointment with possible 12-month on-site extension contingent on available work, funding, and performance.

Anticipated Division of Time: 75% Research. Conduct quantitative and qualitative social science research and perform data analysis. 15% Publication and Presentation. Lead and/or contribute to peer-reviewed publications and conference and public presentations to share research findings. 10% Project Management and Mentorship. Build and maintain collaboration with research partners, participate in relevant meetings, oversee work by Undergraduate Research Assistants, and contribute to project reporting.

Requirements: Ph.D. in natural resources, geography, sociology, conservation social sciences, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience administering surveys, conducting interviews, performing document analysis, and conducting participant observation. Ability to perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis. Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Capability to coordinate and supervise project teams. Ability to work as part of a professional team, promoting cooperation and collaboration, as well as exercising independent judgment to carry out discrete tasks. Excellent and detail-oriented written communication and editing skills. Valid driver's license.

Supervision Exercised: Position will be supervised by Dr. Richard Stedman. Employee will have no supervisory responsibility.

Pay Range: $62,232.00 - $88,745.00