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Postdoctoral Associate in Atmospheric Science, Extreme Precipitation and Severe Weather Stony Brook University in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 10, 2026

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United States

University

Stony Brook University

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Climatology
Atmospheric Science
Earth Science
Atmospheric Dynamics
Severe Weather
Physics
Gravitational Wave

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About this position

Stony Brook University is advertising a Postdoctoral Associate position in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences in the United States. The project is supervised by Dr. Yixin Berry Wen and focuses on the physical mechanisms of extreme precipitation and severe weather.

The research combines theoretical analysis, numerical modeling, and observations to study mesoscale atmospheric dynamics, gravity waves, convective systems, tropical and subtropical meteorology (including sea breeze), and precipitation processes. The successful candidate will also collaborate on interdisciplinary projects, contribute to proposal development, mentor students, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and present at scientific conferences.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must have a Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in hand by August 2026. A Ph.D. in atmospheric science or a related field is preferred, along with experience in numerical modeling and knowledge of atmospheric dynamics and precipitation processes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are expected.

Funding: the posting lists a salary range of $61,000-$72,000. Employment is subject to sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding.

Application: submit the online application through the Stony Brook University portal and include a resume/CV and cover letter. The posting end date is 2026-08-10.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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