Apply now to join FAU, where tomorrow begins. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: A postdoctoral position is available immediately at Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (FAU-HBOI) in Fort Pierce, Florida. The position is for one year, with a possible second year contingent on funding and performance. Summary: The FAU-HBOI postdoc will have the opportunity to work on a highly interdisciplinary and exciting project at the interface of fluid dynamics, bioluminescence, plankton ecology and optics. Bioluminescence in marine organisms is primarily mechanically stimulated, when local shear stresses in the fluid exceed species-specific thresholds. Dinoflagellates, a dominant phytoplankton group, are a primary source of bioluminescence in coastal waters. The project will explore how physical forcing and morphology influence bioluminescent behavior in key dinoflagellate species through comprehensive laboratory experiments, including simultaneous quantification of organism abundance, flow and bioluminescence emissions. A high level objective is to better understand how bioluminescence results from predator-prey interactions and other sources of shear. The postdoc will be expected to participate in designing and employing different optical setups for fluid, particle and/or plankton imaging, data acquisition/analysis, and developing data post-processing routines. For further details regarding the project or if interested in discussing your qualifications, please contact Drs. Michael Twardowski ([email protected]) or Aditya Nayak ([email protected]). Please include a CV and a brief description of yourself in the email. Minimum Qualifications: A strong experimental background in fluid mechanics is required, including familiarity with employing optical techniques such as particle image velocimetry and digital holography to characterize flow, turbulence and particle/organism distributions and interactions. Additional background in marine ecology, optics, or instrument development is preferred, but not required. Experience with conceptualizing and designing experiments and executing projects individually or as part of a team is essential. Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python for data analysis and visualization is needed. The ideal candidate would also possess strong writing skills with a demonstrable record of publishing high quality peer-reviewed papers. Salary: $65,000-$90,000 (commensurate with experience) College or Department: Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Location: Harbor Branch (HBOI) Work Days and Hours: N/A Application Deadline: 2026-12-31 Special Instructions to Applicant: This is a research or research-related support position. As required by Florida Statutes Section 1010.35, a Foreign Influence Screening may be required. This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice. This position is subject to funding. All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents. Required Documents: FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted. The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references including email addresses and phone numbers. Transcripts: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. Background Screening: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. Accommodations: Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711 Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida's Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world-class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation's largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region's cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life. For more information, visit www.fau.edu. In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial. To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to [email protected]. Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. 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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

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