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University of Miami

Assistant Scientist

Miami, FL

The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative research team working at the interface of sedimentology, geochemistry, limnology, and microbiology. Position Responsibilities The Assistant ...

The University of Miami

Assistant Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative research team working at the interface of sedimentology, geochemistry, limnology, and microbiology. Position Responsibilities The Assistant ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for limnology in the United States is $89,403.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A limnology job involves the study of inland water ecosystems, including lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and wetlands. Limnologists analyze water quality, aquatic organisms, and environmental changes to understand and manage freshwater resources. They may work in research, conservation, environmental consulting, or government agencies to monitor pollution, assess biodiversity, or develop sustainable water management practices.

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To thrive as a Limnologist, you need a solid background in aquatic science, biology, chemistry, and environmental science, generally supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with water quality analysis tools, ecological modeling software, and specialized field equipment such as sondes or samplers is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication are important soft skills for this position. These competencies enable accurate research, effective problem-solving, and successful collaboration on projects concerning freshwater ecosystems.

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Limnologists often split their time between fieldwork at lakes, rivers, and wetlands, laboratory analysis, and data interpretation in an office setting. They frequently work as part of interdisciplinary teams that include environmental scientists, hydrologists, technicians, and policy makers. Collaboration is essential, as limnologists often partner with government agencies, universities, research institutes, and environmental consulting firms to monitor and manage aquatic systems. Depending on the employer, project-based teamwork and seasonal field campaigns are common, offering opportunities for both independent and group work while contributing to impactful scientific and environmental projects.

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Infographic showing various Limnology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 91% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,403 per year, or $43 per hour.

Postdoctoral Associate Synthesis of Lake Ecosystem Metabolism

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

Millbrook, NY • On-site

$74K/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

This is a full time, exempt, fully benefitted position. The starting salary is $74,263.

Position summary

The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in aquatic ecosystem ecology. The postdoc will collaborate on a new four-year NSF-funded project that seeks to characterize patterns of ecosystem metabolism in lake ecosystems and to explain how and why they vary through time and around the world. This project is assembling a global database of ecosystem metabolism and related data spanning hundreds of lakes and hundreds of thousands of lake-days (www.caryinstitute.org/glamr), and the postdoc's primary role will be to conduct synthesis analyses using that database.

The initial appointment is for one year, with possibility of extension based on performance. The anticipated start date is on or around 4 January 2027. The position is based at the Cary Institute in the beautiful Hudson Valley of New York, a short way north of New York City. The Cary Institute is home to a diverse, vibrant, and supportive community of colleagues.

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Chris Solomon at the Cary Institute. Questions about the project may be directed to Dr. Solomon or to the other principal investigators on the project: Dr. Isabella Oleksy (Univ. of Colorado Boulder), Dr. Kathie Weathers (Cary Institute), Dr. Paul Hanson (Univ. of Wisconsin), and Dr. Stuart Jones (Annis Water Resources Institute).

Essential responsibilities

  • Design, plan, and execute scientific research in collaboration with the project team and other contributors.
  • Present research findings in peer-reviewed papers, at scientific meetings, and in other forums.
  • Design and run a limited number of workshops to introduce the database to a broad user base.
  • Contribute to project leadership and management.

Required qualifications

Applicants should have excellent quantitative skills and experience working with large data sets, and should have a strong conceptual background in ecosystem ecology, aquatic ecology, and/or limnology. They should have a record of publishing thoughtful, synthetic peer-reviewed research. They should be both self-motivated and collaborative, with good project management skills and the ability to thrive working alone, as a team leader, or as a team member. The successful applicant must have completed a PhD in a relevant field before starting this position.

Preferred qualifications

Experience estimating ecosystem metabolism in lakes or other systems. Experience with time series clustering, machine learning, general additive models, linear and non-linear hierarchical regression models, and/or maximum likelihood methods. Experience leading and/or contributing to collaborative large-scale synthesis projects.

Working conditions

The work is office-based. Occasional travel is required. The Cary Institute operates on a 35 hour work week.

Closing date

Review of applications will begin 28 September 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply

Visit our website at https://www.caryinstitute.org/... and complete our online job application. Submit a single file containing a cover letter, names and contact information for three professional references, and a curriculum vitae.

The Cary Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, familial status, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.