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. Most Gund postdocs are two-year positions, have an annual salary based on experience, plus benefits, and a discretionary fund for research costs and travel. Postdocs also benefit from professional development opportunities, including communications and policy training. Opportunities will be posted on this webpage.
Postdocs affiliated with the Gund Institute either come from across ¶¶Òõ̽̽ or are funded directly through the Gund Institute.
About the Gund Institute
The Gund Institute for Environment at ¶¶Òõ̽̽ is a research center dedicated to understanding and tackling the world’s most critical environmental challenges. Driven by the belief that research should inspire action, the Institute takes a cross-sector approach to solving environmental issues with stakeholders from government, business, and broader society. The Institute focuses on five interconnected Gund research themes: climate solutions, sustainable agriculture, health and well-being, equity and justice, and resilient communities. With over 250 scholars in Vermont and across the world, the Institute brings together a network of internationally recognized researchers from diverse disciplines, including the natural and social sciences, business, health, technology, engineering, and the humanities.
About ¶¶Òõ̽̽
Since 1791, ¶¶Òõ̽̽ has worked to move humankind forward. Today, ¶¶Òõ̽̽ is a Public Ivy and top 100 research university of a perfect size, large enough to offer a breadth of ideas, resources, and opportunities, yet small enough to enable close faculty-student mentorship across all levels of study, from bachelor’s to M.D. programs. Here, students’ educational experience and activities are enriched by our location — from the energy and innovation of Burlington to the forests, farms, and independent spirit of Vermont. ¶¶Òõ̽̽ provides students endless ways to explore the world, challenge ideas, and dig in on the most pressing issues of our time.
Nomination Process
Join our interdisciplinary community as a Gund Postdoctoral Fellow via the nomination process below:
- Postdoctoral Fellows must be pursuing postdoctoral research with at least one Fellow or Affiliate at ¶¶Òõ̽̽.
- 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 Gund advisor for a recommendation.
- The Director of Operations and Programs makes recommendations to the Director, who makes final appointment decisions.
Individuals supported by Gund Postdoctoral Awards are automatically appointed as Postdoctoral Fellows of the Institute.
Benefits
- Participate in collaborative research efforts among Gund community members.
- Access to communications support.
- Access to policy and partnership support.
- Voice in setting Institute direction through Graduate/Postdoc meetings and retreats.
- Access to Gund workshops and seminars.
- Access to Farrell Hall facilities & resources.
- Professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Have questions?
Email Julianna White (julianna.m.white@uvm.edu).