Postdoctoral Position: Soil Biogeochemistry – Université Laval Canada
About Université Laval
Applications are open for a Postdoc Soil Biogeochemistry Canada position at Université Laval in Quebec City. The research focuses on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics with opportunities for publication and collaboration. Founded in 1663, Université Laval is the oldest French-language university in North America and one of Canada’s premier research institutions. It is a major research-intensive university with over $470 million in annual funding for research and innovation, and it ranks 19th in the world in the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for addressing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Scholarship Overview
Project Description
We are currently recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to join our soil biogeochemistry research group at Université Laval, with a focus on research and publication related to soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics. The position is funded for one year ($50,000 CAD/year scholarship), with the possibility of extension for a second year. The start date is no later than September 2026.
Why This Postdoctoral Position Stands Out
This postdoctoral position is unique because it offers strong opportunities for scientific publication, synthesis work, and collaboration within a dynamic and growing research team. The $50,000 CAD per year scholarship is competitive for Canadian postdoctoral positions. Quebec City offers a high quality of life with a lower cost of living compared to other major Canadian cities like Toronto or Vancouver. The focus on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics is highly relevant to climate change mitigation and sustainable agriculture. For a PhD graduate in soil science, this is an opportunity to publish, collaborate, and develop expertise in soil biogeochemistry.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics
- Produce scientific publications and synthesis work
- Collaborate within a dynamic and growing research team
Candidate Profile and Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD in soil science or related field |
| Background | Soil organic matter (SOM) biogeochemistry |
| Asset | Experience with fractionation methods |
| Skills | Strong scientific writing skills |
| Mindset | Collaborative mindset |
What They Offer
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | $50,000 CAD per year |
| Duration | 1 year (possibility of extension for second year) |
| Start Date | No later than September 2026 |
| Location | Quebec City, Canada |
| Research Focus | Soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics |
My Application Tips
- Highlight your SOM biogeochemistry background – This is the core focus of the position
- Emphasise fractionation methods experience – Listed as an asset
- Showcase your publication record – Strong scientific writing skills are required
- Demonstrate collaborative experience – Collaborative mindset is valued
- Submit all three required documents – CV, cover letter, and one letter of support
Who Should Apply
This postdoctoral position is perfect for a recent PhD graduate in soil science who wants to focus on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics. If you have experience with soil organic matter biogeochemistry and fractionation methods, and want to publish and collaborate within a dynamic research group, this position offers a one-year funded opportunity with possible extension. Candidates with strong scientific writing skills and a collaborative mindset are especially encouraged. The ideal candidate is someone who wants to contribute to climate change mitigation through soil science research.
How to Apply
Send your application materials (CV, cover letter, one letter of support) to Prof. Marie-Élise Samson at marie-elise.samson@fsaa.ulaval.ca
Selected applicants will be contacted by July 2026 at the latest.
