Job Description

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Civil and Environmental Engineering, to conduct groundbreaking research in nature-based carbon sequestration solutions.  Will explore and enhance soil organic carbon stocks through sustainable agricultural practices. This includes detailed study and development of a more reliable Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) protocol.  The research is aimed at providing substantial contributions to the understanding of carbon dynamics in agricultural systems, with a focus on improving overall soil health, reducing GHG emissions, increasing carbon capture, and accurately measuring the carbon footprint of agriculture.  Will collaborate with the MIT team and external partners, including industry leaders, to enrich case studies and enhance the project's relevance and impact in the field. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to peer-reviewed publications, present findings at scientific conferences, and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.