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Overview Postdoctoral Researcher in Applied Environmental Economic Modeling Location: Santa Barbara, CA (UCSB) Position title: Postdoctoral Researcher in Applied Environmental Economic Modeling Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position at 100% time is $69,703 to $82,836. Anticipated start: Position start date is negotiable and anticipated to ideally start in January 2026. Position duration: The initial appointment is for 2 years from the start date. Application window: Apply by the dates below to ensure full consideration; applications will be accepted until the final date. Apply now: Final date: Thursday, Apr 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Next review date: Friday, Oct 24, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) The Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory is an applied research center at the University of California Santa Barbara’s Marine Science Institute. The Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory team works to leverage the power of science and technology to develop and implement tangible solutions to a wide range of environmental problems. Responsibilities Leading the development of predictive bioeconomic models to estimate economic outcomes, including fisheries spillover effects and biodiversity benefits, across global and regional networks of MPAs. Collaboratively translating model outputs and valuation approaches into analytic tools to support the planning of individual MPAs in ABNJ. Collaboratively identifying areas for economic valuation that align with global biodiversity agreements. Partnering with senior staff at Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory to collaborate and communicate findings with government stakeholders, academic audiences, and environmental non-governmental organization professionals and decision-makers. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have completed all requirements for a PhD program (or equivalent), except the dissertation, in environmental economics, fisheries economics, resource management and economics, or a related field at the time of application. Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Applicants must have a doctoral degree in environmental economics, fisheries economics, resource management and economics, or a related field at time of appointment. Preferred qualifications Fluency in economic and bioeconomic modeling and nature valuation, with experience in fisheries economics or management preferred; Demonstrated understanding of how insights from economic modeling can be linked to applied conservation and real-world marine management contexts; Excellent quantitative and data analysis skills including programming in R, Python, or similar, and proficiency in using GitHub and other data management tools; Experience summarizing and visualizing data in accessible and compelling formats for non-technical audiences; Proven record of independently leading research projects and accomplishing research goals, including flexible project management in applied research settings; Demonstrated experience publishing peer-reviewed research; Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in managing collaborators and liaising with members of government, industry, and non-governmental organizations. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter - A one- to two-page cover letter should include a summary of the applicant's relevant accomplishments, professional aspirations, and demonstrated service to their professional and/or academic communities. Reference requirements 3 required (contact information only) The search committee will contact references of the top candidate(s) after the interview(s). After references are checked, a top candidate will be chosen. Apply link: About UC Santa Barbara As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. UC Santa Barbara is unable to sponsor employment visas of any kind for this position. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory

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