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Description

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University located in Palisades, NY, invites applications for an Associate Research Scientist to work in a multidisciplinary team of senior and junior scientists engages in the MINERALS Project develop a mineral properties database for geophysical modeling, particularly for the interpretation of seismic tomography models and geodynamic processes in Earth's deep interior.

This position is associated with the project "Modeling Earth from Atomic to Global Scale (MINERALS)," funded bu the Gordon & Betty Moore Foundation. The primary goal of the MINERALS Project is to develop a mineral properties database for geophysical modeling, particularly for the interpretation of seismic tomography models and their geodynamic implications. The successful candidate will conduct computational simulations of minerals under extreme pressue and temperature conditions and will work in a team comprised of mineral physicists, seismologists, and geodyanmicists to advance quantitative links between atomic-scale material behavior and the large-scale structure of the Earth.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Augment database of thermodynamic and thermoelastic properties of phases in the lower mantle, extending the database from properties of silica in various phases of the lower mantle to the NAL and CF phases, as well as additional compositions of bridgmanite and post-perovskite. Use ab initio DFT-based calculations and machine-learning interatomic potentials derived from DFT calculations.
• Disseminate results with the public via national and international conferences and seminars and with the general public via media outlests and oureach.
• Prepares research publications and reports and contributes to: patentable inventions, important research techniques and/or theories that significantly impact the science.
• Receives general supervision from the Professor/PI and interacts with Co-PIs. 

Qualifications

Applicants should have completed a PhD in mineral physics, materials science, computational physics, geophysics, or a related field and have at least three years of post-PhD research experience that includes software development, ab-initio calculations, and development of machine learning methods. Prior experience with density functional theory simulations, high-performance computing, machine learning, and/or computational modeling of materials is required.

The search will remain oepn for at least 30 days after the ad appears and will continue until the position is filled.

Appointments are made on a fiscal year basis and are eligible for renewal each July 1, contingent upon performance and funding.

Columbia University benefits accompany this Officer of Research appointment.

Application Instructions

We accept online applications only.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Apply HERE: https://academic.careers.columbia.edu/#!/193642

Description

We are inviting applications for an associate research scientist position in applied mathematics and scientific computing, with an emphasis on inverse problems in seismology and Bayesian analysis. The position is associated with the Modeling Earth from Atomic to Global Scale (MINERALS) project funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The project aims to advance and integrate three branches of geophysics – mineral physics, seismology, and geodynamics – to analyze and interpret the deep-Earth seismological structure.

The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team of senior and junior scientists to develop machine learning and Bayesian methods to interpret seismic tomographic models of the elastic structure of the deep Earth in terms of temperature and mineralogy. Using thermodynamic properties databases, these analytical methods will also be applied to predict equilibrium mineral assemblages in collaboration with an international team of geochemists and petrologists.

The position is initially for one year, possibly extending to three years. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. Applicants should send a CV, three letters of recommendation, and a cover letter that includes a research statement summarizing their past experience and future goals. Applications should be submitted through the Columbia Interfolio website.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD in scientific computing, applied math, mineral physics, geophysics, or materials science with a minimum of 2 years of relevant post-PhD experience.  Salary starting at $79,327.

Application Instructions

Applicants should send a CV, three letters of recommendation, and a cover letter that includes a research statement summarizing their past experience and future goals. Applications should be submitted through the Columbia Interfolio website.

Application Process

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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Description

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position in Computational Mineral Physics.

The position is associated with the project “Modeling Earth from Atomic to Global Scale (MINERALS)”, funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.

A primary goal of the MINERALS project is to develop a mineral properties database for geophysical modeling, particularly for the interpretation of seismic tomography models and their geodynamic implications.

The successful candidate will conduct computational simulations of minerals under extreme pressure and temperature conditions and will work in a multidisciplinary team of mineral physicists, seismologists, and geodynamicists to advance quantitative links between atomic-scale mineral behavior and the large-scale structure of the Earth.

Qualifications

Applicants should have recently completed, or be nearing completion of, a PhD in mineral physics, materials science, computational physics, geophysics, or a related field.

Candidates should have experience in first-principles (ab initio) simulations, computational materials science, mineral physics, or related areas. Experience with density functional theory simulations, high-performance computing, or computational modeling of materials is desirable.

The search will remain open for at least 30 days after the ad appears and will continue until the position is filled.

The initial appointment will be for one year with continuation contigent on funding and performance. Target start date is October 1, 2026, with some flexibility.

Columbia University benefits accompany this Officer of Research appointment. 

Application Instructions

We accept online applications only. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Apply HERE: https://academic.careers.columbia.edu/#!/186779

Description

Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) of the MINERALS Project, the incumbent will be responsible for providing broad administrative support for the MINERALS Project at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO) to ensure the smooth execution of administrative and programmatic activities.  The incumbent will be responsible for working with the PI to coordinate activities of the MINERALS scientific team; to enhance the team’s internal and external communications (including social media); to serve as administrative point-of-contact for the MINERALS team within the Seismology, Geology, and Tectonophysics Division; and to coordinate seminars and workshops associated with this project. The incumbent will work with the team designing, implementing, and maintaining a mineral properties database for geophysical modeling developed as part of the MINERALS Project.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate group travel and reimbursements, purchasing, and vendors; assist the PI in recruitment and hiring by maintaining communication with Climate School HR team; assist the PI in preparation of project reports; and coordinate with the SGT Division Administrator and Associate Director to provide salary information and coordinate hiring and searches.  Track and  monitor the project’s budget, assuring compliance with Columbia University (CU) policies and the project award.  Track progress with respect to project milestones.
• Assist with planning  the logistics of seminars and a scientific workshop in 2026.  Draft communications providing information on the events, coordinate registration, and serve as point of contact for meeting registrants.  Become proficient in CU and LDEO policies regarding use of campus facilities.
• Serve as point-of-contact for the MINERALS scientific team.  Route external inquiries to appropriate project personnel, and work with team members to develop efficient means of communication and data sharing.  Create and monitor a social media presence for the MINERALS Project.  Serve as point-of-contact with the Communications Office of the Columbia Climate School.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Works with minimal supervision within well-defined guidelines set by the MINERALS Principal Investigator.  High degree of independent judgment and initiative within specified guidelines. No supervision of others.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent and 0-2 years of related experience is required. Must have excellent organizational and communications skills, as well as the demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a deadline- and detail-oriented environment under general supervision. Broad computer skills are required, including word-processing and spreadsheet. 
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates having knowledge of: budget tracking, expense reporting, and database management; social media management; knowledge of Columbia University policies and experience with CU business systems; and an understanding of event planning. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Apply HERE: https://opportunities.columbia.edu/jobs/project-coordinator-palisades-new-york-united-states