Postdoctoral Fellows

The Gund Institute community includes exceptional postdoctoral scholars who conduct research on major global environmental challenges. Our scholars connect interdisciplinary research to real-world issues in environment and sustainability.

The Gund Institute is committed to building an inclusive environment where diverse voices and perspectives are active and welcome. We encourage applicants who bring diverse perspectives to our community. 

Gund postdocs pursue rigorous, original research that spans traditional disciplines and advances Gund research themes.

Postdocs from across UVM are eligible to submit a nomination to join the Gund Institute. 

Nomination Process

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If you are a postdoc already at UVM, join our interdisciplinary community as a Gund Postdoctoral Fellow via the nomination process below. 

  • Interested individuals should email Benjamin Morgan (benjamin.morgan@uvm.edu) (Gund Office Manager) for further details on submitting an application for communication affiliation.  

  • As part of this process, you will be asked for a letter describing relevant research interests and indicating plans to engage with the Gund community.  

  • We will also reach out to your advisor for a recommendation.  

  • The Director of Operations and Programs makes recommendations to the Director, who makes final appointment decisions.  

  • Individuals supported by Gund-funded postdoctoral fellowships are automatically appointed as Gund Postdoctoral Fellows. 

Benefits

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  • Participate in collaborative research efforts among Gund community members. 

  • Voice in setting Institute direction through Graduate Student and Postdoc meetings. 

  • Access to communications support. 

  • Access to policy and partnership support. 

  • Access to Gund workshops and seminars, including professional development opportunities. 

  • Access to Farrell Hall facilities and resources. 

  • Access to enrichment funds. 

  • Professional development opportunities. 

Responsibilities

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  • Collaborate regularly with Gund community on transdisciplinary research. 

  • Participate regularly in Gund seminars and events. 

  • Participate in Postdoc Fellows meetings. 

  • Participate in Gund Leadership Academy.  

  • Communicate Gund affiliation in websites, emails, publications, and social media. 

  • Acknowledge Gund financial support when appropriate. 

Meet Gund Institute Postdoctoral Fellows