Postdoctoral Researcher - AWRI (Adjunct Salaried)

Summary: The individual in this position will participate in collaborative research focused on global lake processes.

Primary Duties

• Collaborate with Dr. Stuart Jones, AWRI-based researchers, and other international scientists

• Manage large geospatial datasets

• Develop, use, and refine process-based models of lake physics and biogeochemistry

• Employ appropriate statistical analyses to evaluate empirical observations and model outputs

• Contribute to lab and institute professional activities

• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals

• Present research results at national and international professional meetings

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Ph.D. in aquatic ecology, limnology, data science, or a related field

• Quantitative skills, including geospatial, process-based modeling, and statistics

• Expertise in the study and/or modeling of lake biogeochemical processes

• Demonstrated success publishing in the peer-reviewed literature

• A collaborative and creative mindset

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Past work mentoring undergraduate or graduate student researchers

• Previous work with hydrologic and/or hydrodynamic models

• Experience with high performance computing centers

Salary/Benefits: Minimum starting salary of $60,000. The university offers an excellent comprehensive package that includes health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facilities, effective on date of hire.  Family and childcare options on and off-campus are also available.

About AWRI: As part of GVSU's College of Liberal Arts and Science, AWRI is a multidisciplinary research organization committed to the study of freshwater resources. Since 1986, it has grown to a 70-person research and education program, and is now located on the shoreline of Muskegon Lake in downtown Muskegon. In addition to offering Master's of Science degrees through GVSU's Department of Biology, AWRI also offers opportunities to GVSU undergraduate students through summer internships and research scholarships. Hands-on, experiential education programming for K-12 students is available through landside programs and onboard AWRI's two research vessels - the D.J. Angus in Grand Haven and the W.G. Jackson in Muskegon.

University: Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts approximately 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students’ social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people, is affordable, and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches, and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at Community Resources - Human Resources - Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu). Grand Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and their families in work-life balance. The university seeks to create an inclusive and diverse environment for faculty and students while promoting enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, and service.

How to Apply: Attach your cover letter and resume. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically, in the same file location. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Stuart Jones at 616-331-3749. If you need technical assistance, please email Human Resources at [email protected]

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application deadline: The review process will begin on May 15, 2026. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University thereafter.

Allendale, Michigan 49401 - (616) 331-5000

For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at www.gvsu.edu

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

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