Postdoctoral Fellow in Land Climate (McColl Lab)

Harvard University

Harvard University

USD 67,600-67,600 / year

Posted on May 17, 2026

Position

Details
Title Postdoctoral Fellow in Land Climate (McColl Lab)
School Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area Earth and Planetary Sciences
Position Description
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship focused on land-atmosphere interactions working with Prof. Kaighin McColl. The position will involve using theory, numerical models and observations to understand various aspects of land climate.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in atmospheric science, climate science or a related discipline.
Additional Qualifications
Experience with running relevant numerical models (GCMs, mesoscale cloud-permitting or large eddy simulations) is desirable.
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The start time is flexible, but should take place prior to December 1, 2026.
For more information, please visit our website or contact the department directly.
Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Kaighin McColl
20 Oxford Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Contact Email kmccoll@g.harvard.edu
Salary Range
The annual salary is $67,600 with a $1500 relocation allowance for the first year. Information about benefits can be found on the Harvard Human Resources website.
Minimum Number of References Required 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed 3
Keywords
land, climate, atmosphere

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Statement of Research
Optional Documents