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Postdoctoral Associate, Warming Induced Emissions

The Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture (YCNCC) is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position to be hosted by the Yale Applied Science Synthesis Program (YASSP) in the Yale School of the Environment (YSE) and co-funded by YCNCC and Spark Climate Solutions

The successful candidate will conduct research to improve understanding of how climate warming affects methane emissions from vegetated wetlands, coastal systems, and inland waters, with a focus on advancing process-based science and informing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Research may include laboratory, field, or modeling approaches across a range of spatial and temporal scales.

The position is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on performance and funding. The position includes a competitive salary, research funds, health benefits, and relocation support. Application review will commence on September 3, 2026, and continue until a suitable candidate is selected. More details and instructions on how to apply can be found here.

Postdoctoral Fellows

The Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture (YCNCC) is accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. The program supports innovative research that advances safe, effective, and scalable climate mitigation solutions across the Center’s three focus areas: Ecosystem Capture, Geological & Ocean Capture, and Industrial Carbon Utilization.

The fellowship is an initial one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on performance and funding. Fellows receive a competitive salary, research funds, health benefits, and relocation support. Fellows are expected to begin their appointments between July and December 2027.

Applicants should identify a Yale faculty member willing to serve as their host and contact them before applying. Applications are due December 1, 2026. More details and instructions on how to apply can be found here.