The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the American Museum of Natural History curates the museum's world renowned collections of minerals and gems, meteorites, ores, rocks, and xenoliths. Staff members conduct research that explores the nature of terrestrial and planetary processes.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
2009 Undergraduate Summer Research Opportunities in Earth and Planetary Sciences
A unique opportunity for undergraduates to work with the Department's scientists on their research. For further information on available research projects and how to apply, visit the REU page.
2009-2010 Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships
The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences of the American Museum of Natural History invites applications for predoctoral fellowships from students interested in the Ph.D. program and for Research Fellowships in residence for postdoctoral investigators and established scientists to carry out projects in collaboration with department staff. Areas of interest include high-temperature and high-pressure geochemistry, meteoritics and planetary science, mineralogy, mineral deposits, petrology, and volcanology. Non-US citizens are eligible.
Predoctoral students must apply simultaneously to Columbia University; research is under the direction of a museum curator, and work is carried out at AMNH and/or Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory. Fellows receive a full 12-month stipend and fully paid tuition; support is guaranteed for 4 years if the student remains in good standing. Postdoctoral appointments are for six months to two years.
The application deadline for the 2009-2010 academic year will be in the fall (details to follow). Applicants should contact a curator at the Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences to discuss their interests, backgrounds, and potential research projects before submitting applications. For further information see Fellowships Opportunities and contact Dr. Jim Webster.
The American Museum of Natural History is an equal opportunity employer.
