The University of Chicago

Position Description

The Department of Geophysical Sciences at the University of Chicago invites applications for the position of Research Scientist, working in the Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEi) with Professor B. B. Cael. The primary responsibilities for this position include (1) developing genome-scale metabolic models of marine microbes embedded within biogeochemical global circulation models; (2) developing reinforcement learning approaches to modeling the dynamics of marine microbial metabolism and physiology; and (3) evaluating the sensitivity of the marine carbon cycle to changes in microbial processes associated with Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement and Ocean Acidification. The research scientist will contribute to CSEi activities and prepare reports and presentations.

Expected project length is 3 years. The expected start date is October 1, 2025. This position is benefits-eligible, and information regarding benefits can be found here https://humanresources.uchicago.edu/benefits.

Minimum qualifications:

• A PhD in oceanography.
• At least three years of postdoctoral experience.
• Experience with modeling marine microbial metabolism and physiology.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with genome-scale metabolic network reconstruction.
• Experience with constrained optimization including linear and quadratic programming.
• Experience with high-performance computing.
• Proficiency in marine microbiology and biogeochemistry.
• Proficiency in Matlab, Python, Julia, unix/linux.

Application Instructions

Required materials are:

• A cover letter
• A current CV
• A research statement

Applicants are also required to request two confidential letters of recommendation via Interfolio.

Applicants must apply online through the University of Chicago academic careers website using this link: apply.interfolio.com/167239

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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.