Postdoctoral Scholar in Soil Biogeochemistry

Position overview

Position title : Postdoctoral Scholar

Salary range :

See Table 23 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $69,073 - $82,836.

Percent time : 100%

Anticipated start : September 15, 2025

Position duration : 2 years

Application Window

Open date : July 25, 2025

Most recent review date : Friday, Aug 15, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Saturday, Jul 25, 2026 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Berhe Soil Biogeochemistry Lab at UC Merced is recruiting a postdoctoral scholar to join the lab. The postdoc will primarily work on a project related to deep soil processes.

Our research program explores diverse areas, such as soil organic matter dynamics in natural ecosysstems undergoing rapid transformations (due to changes in climate, land use and land cover, fire, erosion, etc.), deep soil layers, and other fundamental research questions related to biogeochemical cycing of essential elements in the soil system. We also welcome potential candidates who are eager to develop their own research projects within these areas. We value collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to research.

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with strengths / interests in (a) soil science, physical geography, environmental engineering, ecology / ecosystem sciences, (b) data analysis, or (c) design and implementation of novel field and lab experimental methods.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

PhD in soil science, ecology, earth and environmental sciences, and related fields.

Additional qualifications

Experience with both numerical modeling and laboratory approaches related to soil biogeochemistry is desirable but not required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter

Authorization to Release Information Form - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

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Reference requirements

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Apply link :

https : / / aprecruit.ucmerced.edu / JPF02009

Help contact : snspersonnel@ucmerced.edu

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here . Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the US. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https : / / cie.ucmerced.edu / analytics-hub / student-statistics ), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs .

Job location

Merced, CA