Title Postdoctoral Researcher Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Location Bloomington Position Summary
The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Indiana University, Bloomington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to support an NSF funded project titled “Quantifying tectonic and biologic controls on erosion using detrital thermochronology.”
The project investigates how vegetation and tectonics interact to control long-term erosion and sediment flux through geologic time. Details of the project can be found here:
The Postdoctoral Researcher will be mentored by Dr. Andrea Stevens Goddard and will work with a collaborative research team including the PI, graduate students, and external collaborators. Responsibilities include sample collection (core facility visit), laboratory analyses, data interpretation, thermal history modeling, and mentoring students. In addition to research activities, the postdoc will participate in the project’s education and outreach initiatives, including engagement with Indiana high school teachers and students focused on the subsurface geology of the Midwest. The candidate will have access to a fission track analysis laboratory and equipment for (U-Th)/He thermochronology sample preparation.
Interested candidates can find additional information about department resources at
This is a full time position with healthcare benefits. The initial appointment for the position is 1 year, and may be extended to a second year upon successful performance and funding availability. An ideal anticipated start date is between August – December 2026, but can be arranged to suit the candidate.
For full consideration, applications should be received by May 4, 2026; however, review will continue until the position is filled. To apply visit this link:
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination which includes contact information.
Qualified candidates must have obtained a Ph.D. prior to the start date.
Department Contact for Questions
Questions and inquiries for additional information should be directed to Dr. Andrea Stevens Goddard and question sent to ***email_hidden***.
A strong candidate should have a background in one or more of the following disciplines: low-temperature thermochronology, stratigraphy, tectonics, basin analysis or a related field.
Salary and Rank Special Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for at least 3 professional references, and a two page research statement that includes the following sections: 1) overview of research experience; 2) interest and fit with the project; and 3) goals of a postdoctoral research experience.
For Best Consideration Date 05/04/2026 Expected Start Date 08/17/2026 Posting Number IU-101550-2026
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