[CvGmt News] [cvgmt position] Distinguished Postdoctoral Scholar

[elisabetta.rocca at unipv.it]

Distinguished Postdoctoral Scholar
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http://cvgmt.sns.it/position/316/

Deadline: Saturday, Mar 31, 2018

Position Title:  Distinguished Postdoctoral Scholar

Location:  Florida International University, Miami, Florida

Rank: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Application Deadline: March 31, 2018

Description:

The College of Arts, Science & Education (CASE) at Florida
International University (FIU), Miami, FL (USA) is seeking multiple
candidates to serve as Distinguished Postdoctoral Scholars in fields
of study relevant to CASE’s scholarly research areas in the sciences,
humanities and education. Additionally, scholars may work with one of
our preeminent centers including the Institute for Water &
Environment, the Center for Children & Families, and the STEM
Transformation Institute.

The CASE Postdoctoral Scholars will work with a mentor-scholar of
their choice. While the primary focus for the Postdoctoral Scholars
will be to conduct scholarly activities and research, they will also
be expected to interact with graduate students, participate in
outreach efforts, and submit competitive research proposals where
appropriate. The Postdoctoral Scholars will have the opportunity to
teach if desired and will also be able to interact with faculty from
across the College, as well as additional FIU faculty and external
partners affiliated with the university.

Appointments will have a term of one year starting in Summer or Fall
2018 and are renewable contingent upon excellent performance.  The
Scholar will receive a salary of 50,000 dollars plus benefits and a
discretionary fund of up to 5,000 dollars per year for research and travel
expenditures.  Applicants from underrepresented minority groups are
highly encouraged to apply.   Candidates will be selected based on
demonstration of research excellence and potential future impact on
their respective field of study.

To apply, please send a cover letter that includes the name of the
proposed faculty mentor, a proposed research plan, CV and the names of
three references to alidelga at fiu.edu .  Please make sure you have
contacted a potential supervisor who would be willing to be your
mentor.