Postdoctoral Associate, Critical Analysis of Carbon Capture and Sequestration

　　Job Number: 23626

　　Functional Area: Research - Engineering

　　Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering

　　School Area: Engineering

　　Employment Type: Full-Time Temporary

　　Employment Category: Exempt

　　Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes

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　　Job Description

　　POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Civil and Environmental Engineering, to critically analyze the role of industrial carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The research will address questions such as Why have integrated assessment models consistently over-predicted the growth of CCS? What does evidence suggest about the true costs and energy requirements of CCS? What industries might be amenable to application of CCS? and How has industry funding affected academic promotion of CCS?

　　Job Requirements

　　REQUIRED: Ph.D. in energy systems, environmental economics, environmental policy, or related field; skillset in hydrology, biogeochemistry, ecology, mathematical modeling, field measurements, and technical writing; ability to communicate effectively and work both independently and on a multidisciplinary research team; strong quantitative skills; broad understanding of issues related to reducing greenhouse gas emissions; and an interest in environmental justice. PREFERRED: familiarity with integrated assessment models. Job #23626Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and list of three references to this application portal. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.The appointment is funded through the Rockefeller Foundation for one year.1/19/24