CIRES Environmental & Cryospheric Dynamics Postdoctoral Fellowship

Two-year postdoctoral fellowship at the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) analyzing polar ice sheet melting and atmospheric chemistry.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: PhD in Atmospheric Science, Oceanography, Geophysics, or Environmental Science
English language proficiency: Distinguished publication record in English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Three first-authored peer-reviewed papers and a 4-page research proposal
Recommendation letters: Three academic reference letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $68,000 - $76,000 annual salary with full CU employee benefits
Application fee: Zero fee
Tuition / joining costs: Full salaried postdoctoral appointment

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Colorado Boulder documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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