Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship in Environment & Sustainability at William & Mary

The Environment & Sustainability Program at William & Mary is inviting applications for the Mellon Environmental Postdoctoral Scholars (MEPS) fellowship, beginning August 10, 2026, in Williamsburg, Virginia. This two-year postdoctoral fellowship is designed for scholars with expertise in areas such as ecosystem science, ecohydrology, watershed dynamics, geomorphology, and ecophysiology. The fellowship offers a unique combination of research, teaching, and mentoring, providing an excellent pathway for those preparing for tenure-track faculty positions. The selected fellow will collaborate with faculty mentors, including Joanmarie Del Vecchio, on a research project focused on landscape disturbance and ecohydrologic function. Fellows are encouraged to develop their own research agenda and will contribute to teaching in the Environment & Sustainability (ENSP) program. The MEPS program supports interdisciplinary research that bridges traditional disciplinary divides, and the postdoctoral scholar is co-advised by two faculty members from different departments. Responsibilities include offering two courses in the fellow's disciplinary area and organizing the Spring ENSP 250 seminar series. Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate expertise in one or more of the listed research areas. The program has a strong track record of supporting scholars who go on to secure faculty positions. The fellowship is fully funded, including salary and research support, though specific stipend amounts are not detailed. The position is based at William & Mary, a leading institution in environmental research and education. Application review begins March 7, 2026. Interested candidates should apply through the William & Mary Environment & Sustainability program website. For questions about the position or research directions, contact Joanmarie Del Vecchio at [email protected]. More information about the program and previous fellows can be found at the provided links.