Position Information
| Posting Number |
PG191509PD |
| Position Number |
00111535 |
| Position Type |
Post Doc |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
Departmental Information
| Department ID |
230101 - Interdisciplinary Programs - SVP |
| Department |
230101 - Interdisciplinary Programs - SVP |
| Job City & State |
Raleigh, North Carolina |
Position Overview
| Essential Job Duties |
Summary of Position:
This postdoctoral research scholar position will provide critical support to the NC State University Climate and Sustainability Academy's efforts to engage members of internal and external communities on issues of landscape and environmental change confronting the state, nation, and globe. In particular, the postdoctoral research scholar will work with university and external partners to determine issues, access necessary datasets, and develop data and visualization tools to be used in facilitated dialogues during ongoing series of in-person workshops.
The postdoctoral research scholar will facilitate the real-time deployment of data, models, novel engagement processes (e.g., serious games), and related visualizations (e.g., figures, maps, network graphs) to help workshop participants make informed decisions on various topics relating to landscape and environmental change (e.g., urban growth, climate hazards resilience, resource management). In carrying out this work, the postdoctoral research scholar is expected to work closely with Climate and Sustainability Academy leadership, the NC State Data Science and AI Academy, the NC State Institute for Emerging Issues, and University Libraries. This position will strengthen the ability of NC State University to further its land grant mission, leveraging on-campus expertise and technology resources to proactively engage community members and decision-makers on complicated, scientifically-complex questions. |
| Other Work/Responsibilities |
Primary Duties:
- Collaborates with university and external partners to identify focal issues and overall project needs for dialogue process.
- Collaborates with university and external partners to identify relevant parties for participation, including both on-campus experts and off-campus stakeholders.
- Determines how to support dialogue through appropriate use of data, models, or engagement processes (e.g., serious games)
- Works with engagement specialists to collaborate with stakeholders on identifying, synthesizing, and/or generating data relevant to facilitate dialogue.
- Devises, populates, analyzes, and interprets visualizations to facilitate dialogue, either individually or in partnership with appropriate relevant expertise.
- Leads or collaborates with university partners to document and publish dialogue outcomes.
- Leads or collaborates on proposals to fund focal issue dialogues.
- Offers recommendations for dialogue process improvement.
- Mentors students in analytics, visualization, facilitation, and evaluation in support of dialogue processes.
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| Wolfpack Perks and Benefits |
As a Pack member,
you belong here, and can enjoy
exclusive perks
designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
- Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
- Enhance your career with LEAD courses
Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
Attain Work-life balance with our
Childcare benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership, and
Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. |
Requirements and Preferences
| Work Schedule |
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (additional work outside of standard hours may be required due to business needs) |
| Department Required Skills |
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in a discipline related to data science, climate science, social sciences, marine science, environmental science, policy or planning, community development, natural resources management, or other closely related field.
- Experience in quantitative modeling and visualization.
- Ability to self-motivate, to work independently and as a member of a team, and to develop annual plans of work that include measurable outcomes.
- Relevant skills applicable to data and visualization, public speaking, and technical writing.
- Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, particularly pertaining to interpreting/translating research-based technical information for the understanding and use by decision makers, practitioners, policy makers and the public.
- Strong ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment and to develop or support productive partnerships and collaborations.
- Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel for work.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in developing data-driven decision support tools.
- Experience providing education and technical assistance to communities or related interest holders, training and mentoring students.
- Experience working on interdisciplinary teams, partnering with climate scientists, social scientists, marine scientists, environmental scientists, policy or planning professionals, community development professionals, and/or natural resources management professionals.
- Experience working with a wide range of internal and external university partners.
- Record of scholarly publications and applicable project experience demonstrating use of data, models, or various other engagement processes (e.g., serious games) that facilitate community-engaged dialogue.
- Experience in applying for external resources to support applied research and outreach programming, including federal, state, NGO or philanthropic grants and fee-for-service contracts.
- Demonstrated success with applying for external resources to support applied research and outreach programming, including federal, state, NGO or philanthropic grants and fee-for-service contracts.
- Experience in project management, either individually or as part of inter- or multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience mentoring student research assistants.
- Familiarity of North Carolina's environments and issues, partnerships, networks and existing efforts and programs that address these issues, particularly as they relate to climate and sustainability.
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| Required License or Certification |
N/A |
| Valid NC Driver's License required? |
Yes |
| Commercial Driver's License Required? |
No |
Recruitment Details
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
Commensurate with education and experience (anticipated hiring range $65,000 - $90,000) |
| If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many |
2 |
Applicant Information
| Quick Link |
https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/220840 |
| EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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North Carolina State University
Commensurate with education and experience (anticipated hiring range $65,000 - $90,000)
Jul 11, 2025