Postdoctoral Researcher in Seismic Signatures of Wave-Dune Transfer

Postdoctoral Researcher in Seismic Signatures of Wave-Dune Transfer

Job no: 537662
Work type: Post Doc Associate
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Physical/Mathematical Sciences
Department: 16240000 - LS-GEOLOGY

Classification Title:
Postdoctoral Associate

Classification Minimum Requirements:
The appointee shall have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

Job Description:

• Lead design, deployment, and recovery of a compact multi-station seismic array across the beach-dune transition; manage instrumentation, power, and data logistics.
• Build data pipelines for continuous and campaign-style recordings; perform time-series and spectral analyses.
• Integrate seismic signals with tides, water-level anomalies, and wave forcing; evaluate controls of sediment properties, vegetation, and water table position on energy transmission.
• Co-develop and apply process-based numerical models of dune morphological change informed by collected datasets.
• Coordinate field campaigns; interface with park/permit authorities as needed.
• Mentor students; lead manuscripts and conference presentations; contribute to follow-on proposals (e.g., continuous monitoring concepts).

UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville

Expected Salary:
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in coastal/nearshore processes, geophysics/seismology, civil/coastal engineering, geomorphology, or a related field (by start date).
• Demonstrated expertise in field data collection and quantitative time-series analysis.
• Coding experience for data analysis/modeling; a clear scientific writing record.

Preferred:

• Experience with broadband seismometers and portable dataloggers (or analogous geophysical sensors) and continuous monitoring workflows.
• Background in UAS/drone mapping.
• Numerical modeling skills.
• Familiarity with coastal water-level/wave datasets and tide-removal/aggregation strategies.
• Comfort working on dynamic beaches/dunes; ability to lift and carry ~25-50 lb; willingness to work around tides and weather windows.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

A complete application includes:

• Cover letter (≤2 pages) describing fit, relevant experience, earliest start date, and career goals
• A complete curriculum vitae

The names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 24 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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