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The Climate Resilience Institute (CRI) in partnership with the University of Miami Business School (UMBS) has a great job opportunity for a Post Doctoral Associate to work at the University of Miami.
CORE JOB SUMMARYThe Post Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.CORE JOB FUNCTIONS1. Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.2. Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.3. Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.4. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.5. Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.6. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Environmental Economics, or a closely related discipline by the appointment start date. Experience:No previous experience requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
The University of Miami Climate Resilience Institute and the University of Miami Business School invite applicationsfor a Postdoctoral Researcher in Climate Resilience Finance beginning in Fall 2026. The position is funded and has a one-year initial appointment, with the possibility of renewal in future years.
We seek candidates with research interests in climate finance, resilience finance, climate adaptation, disaster risk management, insurance, innovative financing mechanisms, non-market valuation, or closely related fields. The successful candidate will contribute to collaborative research within the Climate Resilience Institute (CRI) while pursuing an independent research agenda and will work under the supervision of Dr. David Kelly and CRI's Executive Director Michael Berkowitz.
The position is affiliated with the University of Miami's Resilience Finance Lab, an interdisciplinary initiative focused on developing methods to quantify, value, and mobilize investment in climate resilience.
Applicants should submit:
· Cover letter
· Curriculum vitae
· Research statement
Core Job Functions:
· Conducts original research in climate finance, resilience finance, climate adaptation, disaster risk management, and related fields.
· Monitors and synthesizes academic and policy literature while contributing to peer-reviewed publications and other research outputs.
· Supports collaborative research activities, grant proposal development, and engagement with practitioner and policy audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
· An active research agenda in climate finance, resilience finance, climate adaptation, disaster risk management, or related fields.
· Expertise in applied econometrics and/or financial and economic modeling.
· Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary research teams.
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
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