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Research Scientist in Ocean Remote Sensing Posted: December 29, 2008 Location: JPL, California The Jet Propulsion Laboratory invites applications for a full-time position in the field of satellite oceanography and ocean remote sensing. The applicant will join a broad-based team of researchers in oceanography, who analyze spaceborne and complementary in-situ observations, carry out ocean modeling and data assimilation, support existing ocean satellite missions and help develop new remote sensing techniques for future satellite oceanography missions. The successful applicant should have a Ph.D. degree plus 8+ years of research experience in the field of satellite oceanography and ocean remote sensing, as evidenced by a significant record of peer-reviewed publications and funded research proposals. Emphasis will be on remote sensing of sea surface height, salinity, temperature, vector winds, color and marine gravimetry. Experience developing satellite data retrieval algorithms, instruments, methods for data analysis or sensor calibration and validation, and in the design of satellite missions are desirable. The incumbent will analyze and interpret data from an array of instruments, and participate in establishing the science foundation and requirements for future satellite oceanography missions. Opportunities exist to participate in existing satellite oceanographic missions and science teams (http://climate.jpl.nasa.gov/missions/). The incumbent is expected to support future satellite oceanography missions as recommended by the Decadal Survey study (http://nasascience.nasa.gov/earth-science/decadal-surveys). There are collaborative opportunities with nearby universities such as the California Institute of Technology and the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). Joint research faculty appointments with UCLA can be made through the Joint Institute for Regional Earth System Science and Engineering (JIFRESSE, http://www.jifresse.ucla.edu. Familiarity with NASA's satellite oceanography missions and programs is desirable. Startup funds will be available for up to three years, during which time the successful candidate will develop an externally funded research program. If you'd like to join the JPL Oceanography program, please apply online at: http://Careerlaunch.jpl.nasa.gov/. (Job ID#8012). Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The applicant should include a curriculum vitae, list of peer-reviewed publications, names and contact information of at least three professional references, and a statement of research interests.
Assessment of atmosphere ecosystem exchange (CO2 and CH4) of peat-forests in southern Germany via micrometeorological measurements and modelling - PhD study Posted: December 29, 2008 Location: Germany Background: Peatlands are hot spots in greenhouse gas (GHG)-exchange. The GHG-fluxes are controlled by several driving forces: Apart of climate others like vegetation, land-use-type and water-table play major roles. These are linked directly to the management-restoration status of the peat-forests. Objectives: The objective of the PhD-study is to compare the GHG-exchange of a classically used peat-forest with a restored peat-forest site. This PhD-study is part of two GHG-exchange projects (funded by vTI/BMELV and LfU Bayern) to derive first mid-term GHG-balances over peat forests in Central Europe and to evaluate the effect of restoration upon these fluxes and on the NEE specifically. The projects are led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM-Vegetation Ecology) in cooperation with the Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research (IMK-IFU) Garmisch. These projects contribute to enhance the quality of Germanys reporting to the UNFCCC and try to identify mitigation options. The PhD-student will work in a modern research environment, with up to date facilities for GHG-exchange measurements. He/She will operate two Towers for CO2-exchange measurements using the Eddy Covariance (EC) technique beginning spring 2009 till fall 2011. The tower at the restored site will be equipped with a fast laser based methane sensor for EC measurements as well. Ancillary measurements will be done chamber based, to get full GHG-balances on the sites. Requirements: You will be a highly-motivated individual with a degree in Micrometeorology, Environmental Sciences, Earth Sciences, Physics, or other relevant subject. Experience with the Eddy-covariance technique is required and should be demonstrated. You enjoy experimental work both in the lab and the field. You will have good written/spoken communication skills, be flexible and enjoy working as part of an international team, and have good organizational skills. Application procedure: To apply please send an application (written in English or German) with all relevant information and the contact information of two referees directly to Dr. Matthias Drösler Vegetation Ecology Technische Universitaet Muenchen Am Hochanger 6 85350 Freising droesler@wzw.tum.de +49 8161 713715 Deadline for applications: 16 January, 2008; the position keeps open until an appropriate candidate is found. Start date of post: Earliest 1st of February, 2008, or as soon as possible thereafter. Contract Type: Temporary (TV-L halftime), Duration in months: 35
Nine PhD studentships at Lund University in Carbon Cycle Climate Interactions Posted: December 17, 2008 Location: Lund, Sweden Find a description of all positions at the webpage of our new Linneaus Centre, LUCCI (Lund University Centre for Studies of Carbon Cycle and Climate Interactions) www.lucci.lu.se or at the Faculty of Science web page http://www.science.lu.se/the-faculty/vacant-positions. We have the ambition to create a stimulating environment for young researchers within the new Centre so please forward this to your interested students!
PhD Position Posted: December 17, 2008 Location: Bayreuth, Germany The following position is available within the framework of the German Research Foundation – DFG - financed International Research Training Group TERRECO: 1 Doctoral Stipend (beginning on March 1, 2009 for a period of three years) Related Project TERRECO-02 Spatial assessment of atmosphere ecosystem exchanges via micrometeorological measurements, footprint modeling and meso-scale simulations Main project topics: - Utilize information on eddy covariance fluxes and footprint analysis for ground-based stations in the Eger Basin (Germany) to improve ground truth to run SVAT or WRF (MM-5) simulations in complex terrain. - Obtain flux and footprint data for Haean Basin (South Korea), especially with respect to the separation of contributions from dry field agriculture and rice paddies. The whole TERRECO-IRTG research group is a joint activity and an educational initiative of the University of Bayreuth, Kangwon National University in Chuncheon, Korea, and the Korean Forest Research Institute in Seoul. It is embedded in the framework of the Bayreuth Graduate School of Natural Sciences and is administered by the Dept. of Plant Ecology (Speaker: Prof. John Tenhunen). Participants will conduct research in both Germany and Korea. A required transdisciplinary study component including lectures, seminars, field exercises, Korean language training, and a summer school will be carried out in both countries. The goals of the TERRECO-IRTG focus on building a bridge between spatial patterns of ecosystem performance in complex terrain and derived ecosystem services critical for human well being. A coordinated assessment framework will be developed for landscape to regional scale applications to quantify trade-offs, and determine how shifts in climate,land use and social response to global change pressures influence ecosystem services. In addition, the socioeconomic background of current land use is analyzed within the framework of changing social-ecological systems. On this basis, a number of scenarios shall be identified that describe potential future change. Doctoral stipends pay is 1000 Euro per month in Bayreuth plus travel costs and a supplemental living cost for months spent in Korea. More details of the project description may be downloaded at http://www.bayceer.uni-bayreuth.de/terreco. Applicants will be selected internationally. Application DEADLINE is January 31, 2009. Applicants should send documentation of the following: 1. a copy of a general university entrance qualification (i.e. high school diploma and course transcript), 2. an excellent Bachelor and Master's degree, or Diploma in geoecology, meteorology, environmental physics, environmental informatics, landscape ecology, geography, science of forestry or agricultural science or an equivalent degree (include copies of transcripts and degree certificates), 3. applications will be accepted from candidates currently enrolled in the first semester of an MSc program at the University of Bayreuth (FAST-TRACK option of your program), in this case documentation of courses being taken and current performance where possible should be given, 4. a statement in English of personal interest as related to the training program, and 5. a curriculum vitae (i.e., personal data and information on educational history) To the Project head: Dr. Johannes Lüers Department of Micrometeorology University of Bayreuth 95440 Bayreuth, Germany Fax: 0049 921 552362 Email: Johannes.Lueers@uni-bayreuth.de
Lecturer in Earth Observation Science Department of Physics and Astronomy Posted: December 17, 2008 Location: University of Leicester, UK Salary Grade 8: £38,757 to £43,622 p.a. Available immediately Ref: A3994 A University Lectureship in Earth Observation Science (EOS) is available immediately in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The position is intended to enhance the EOS group’s interests in EO instrumentation, retrievals and science exploitation, in particular its roles within the national Centre for Earth Observation Instrumentation and the National Centre for Earth Observation. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a substantial programme of innovative research involving national/international collaborations in EO science and missions. Applications are welcome from within a broad range of EO fields, but particularly those associated with key areas such as climate, atmosphere process, land/ocean surface properties, and passive/active EO technologies. Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics, Astronomy or an Earth Observation-related discipline. Candidates should have a good publication record and have the ability to develop their own ideas and research activities to a high level. Informal enquiries may be made to Dr. John Remedios (e-mail j.j.remedios@le.ac.uk) or Prof. Martin Barstow (mab@star.le.ac.uk). If you wish to apply, download an application form and further information from www.le.ac.uk/personnel/jobs or contact Personnel Services on recruitment3@le.ac.uk or 0116 252 2758. Closing Date: 5 January 2009
Graduate Assistantship in Physiological and/or Ecosystem Ecology Posted: December 10, 2008 Location: University of Wyoming, Laramie, Wyoming We seek a motivated student to conduct graduate research starting in summer 2009 on impacts of a massive bark beetle infestation on carbon, water and nitrogen cycling in Wyoming forests. Our interdisciplinary project investigates the consequences of beetle-induced tree mortality on ecosystem structure and function, successional processes and carbon storage potential, N fluxes and water yield. Prospective students with a background in biology, ecology or soil science, preferably with a MS degree and strong quantitative and analytical skills, should apply by 30 January, 2009. UW is ideally situated in close proximity to varied ecosystems of the Rocky Mountains with easy access to outdoor recreation, and only 2 hours from Denver, CO. Students can apply to the PhD Program in Ecology or to the MS or PhD program in Botany through this website (http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/Botany/grad_oct08.html). Direct questions about the project to Brent Ewers (beewers@uwyo.edu) or Elise Pendall (pendall@uwyo.edu).
Assistant or Associate Professors of Climate Change Science #10099 Posted: December 5, 2008 Location: Cornell University, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Ithaca, New York
Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York, is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative Ivy League University and New York's land-grant institution. Its staff, faculty, and students impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas and best practices to further the university's mission of teaching, research, and outreach. Assistant or Associate Professor – Two tenure-track positions in Climate Change Science: Atmospheric Science or Terrestrial Biogeochemistry. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. Cornell University has recently established a Climate Change Initiative as part of its Center for a Sustainable Future (CCSF, sustainablefuture.cornell.edu). The Center serves to focus and integrate the growing interest across departments in sustainability, as well as to generate real-world impacts. As part of the Climate Change Initiative, the Center seeks to facilitate hire over the next 3 years of several faculty members in the biological and physical sciences, social sciences, engineering, and the humanities. We seek applications for two tenure-track positions at the ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR rank in climate change science, one in Atmospheric Science and one in Terrestrial Biogeochemistry. For both, we seek candidates to address regional and global scale issues by employing theoretical and empirical approaches such as modeling, earth-observing system and/or spatial information technologies, data-assimilation, spatial statistics, and time-series analysis. The Atmospheric Science position will address the interactions of the atmosphere with earth surfaces. The Terrestrial Biogeochemistry position will focus on the interaction of terrestrial surface processes with global environmental change. The scope of these positions is intentionally broad and a wide range of research areas will be considered. These "open department" searches seek to place outstanding candidates in departments they best match. Potential home departments are Biological and Environmental Engineering, Crop and Soil Sciences, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, and Natural Resources. Both positions will involve 50% research and 50% instructional responsibilities and developing an internationally recognized and externally funded research program in Climate Change Science. Qualifications: Ph.D. in relevant field. Applicants should submit a cover letter indicating why they feel they are a good fit for an interdisciplinary Climate Change Initiative at Cornell, together with a curriculum vitae, a research plan (2-3 pages), and a statement of teaching interests. All materials, including PDF files of selected reprints should be submitted electronically, by emailing a single PDF file to biogeochemistry-search@cornell.edu or atmospheric-search@cornell.edu (please limit to 15MB). Applicants should also provide names of three individuals who may be contacted to provide letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 9, 2009; the searches will remain open until qualified applicants are identified.
Post-doc at the National Center for Atmospheric Research Posted: November 28, 2008 Location: Boulder, CO This is a new, full-time, 2-year term position. The incumbent will perform in depth analyses of the climate model simulations from the North American Regional Climate Change Assessment Program (NARCCAP, url: http://www.narccap.ucar.edu/ with a focus on diagnosing errors in current climate runs and possible effects on model response to future forcing for various subregions of North America (e.g., Southwest USA). Creatively develop indices of model regional simulation 'credibility.' Participate in determination of how to weight different models regarding our 'confidence' in the model future responses for use in developing a Bayesian probabilistic model of regional climate change. Application deadline is: December 15, 2008. Start date is negotiable, but as soon as possible. For requirements and to apply, please visit this URL. For questions, inquiries, please contact Dr. Linda Mearns, NCAR lindam@ucar.edu
Micrometeorologist Posted: November 28, 2008 Location: Boulder, Colorado The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON, Inc.), a nonprofit corporation dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species affect continental ecology, has an immediate opening for a Micrometeorologist in Boulder, Colorado. The micrometeorologist will work on the design and implementation of the NEON Fundamental Instrument Unit (FIU). The FIU consists of an automated suite of meteorological, aquatic, atmospheric, soil and ecophysiological measurements. The applicant should possess a broad knowledge of i) micrometeorological theory or fluid dynamics, and/or ii) ecophysiology of the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum. The micrometeorologist will support project development and management activities and must have demonstrated problem-solving and communication skills. A knowledge of systems engineering practices and experience delivering a final product from concept through testing to deployment (alternatively, experience in designing experiments, testing methodologies, managing research projects and producing results and publications) would be helpful. We are looking for individuals who can successfully apply experience, judgment, and creativity to both short- and long-term challenges. Strong communication and interpersonal presentation skills are critical, owing to the extensive interaction across a broad range of individuals with diverse backgrounds. Individuals should have experience working in a collaborative scientific or engineering enterprise and have experience undertaking responsibilities beyond those associated with individual research projects. Responsibilities: • Design, estimate, plan, coordinate and execute Fundamental Instrument Unit (FIU) system components for the NEON Science team, • Coordinate, design and perform necessary analyses to aid in FIU test-bed activities, • Define operational components for NEON's FIU, • Collaborate in design activities among the different NEON Science teams, e.g., FIU, Airborne Observing Platform, Fundamental Sentential Unit, Land Use Analyses Package, • Assist in developing the overall data products and algorithms, and their data assurance, • Assist in developing validation and verification procedures to assure data quality, • Work with NEON Science teams to plan FIU component implementation and commissioning activities, and Requirements: • Ph.D degree in BioMeteorology, Micrometeorology, or Environmental Physics related Science field (or equivalent experience), and extensive Field Experience • Scientific writing and review experience. • Ability to bridge between science-based directives and systems engineering. An ideal individual may come from a science or research background with engineering experience, or vice versa, • Experience in and knowledge of a start-up environments is helpful, • Ability to work independently, but as part of an active science team, • Experience with a wide range of meteorological sensors, eddy covariance and automated atmospheric chemistry instrumentation, and their associated data acquisition and analysis techniques • Knowledge base of both instrument hardware and software development, • The candidate should be available to travel, and may be exposed to conditions in the field, and therefore must be able to traverse uneven ground such as mountains, stream beds, and shallow ponds carrying equipment and materials up to 40 lbs. Candidates who fulfill part of the above requirements and have the ambition to further develop their skills in order to fit the above profile are also encouraged to apply. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. This position will be based in Boulder, CO. This is a full-time, salaried position, salary based on experience. Benefits include health care, paid vacation, and retirement plan. The position is available for an immediate start. To apply: Please send your resumes and inquiries to Careers@NeonInc.org with FIU Micromet in the subject line, and include cover letter, resume, salary history, and salary requirements.
Marine System Scientist/Modeller (Carbon Cycles) Posted: November 26, 2008 Location: Plymouth, UK Permanent appointment • Salary £26,319 pa We require an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our marine ecosystem modelling team to work on the application of data assimilation schemes to marine ecosystem/carbon cycle models. Our goal is to understand the feedbacks between physical and biological processes in the carbon cycle and climate, in order to predict future changes in carbon fluxes and dynamic carbon reservoirs of coastal seas. PML acting as a part of the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) is seeking to achieve this through a combination of marine ecosystem modelling and earth observation data merged using data assimilation to make re-analysis simulations. You will have a PhD or equivalent postgraduate level research experience. In particular we are looking for experience in data assimilation, hydrodynamic and/or ecosystem modelling, the marine carbon cycle and marine chemistry. Strong programming and computer skills with good mathematical and statistical skills are essential. Experience of the OPA/NEMO hydrodynamic model, ERSEM type models, parallel computing and FORTRAN & LINUX will be an advantage. The project benefits from access to our in house 320 processor cluster and national computing facilities. Charity No. 1091222. Company No. 4178503.v Collaborative Centre of the Natural Environment Research Council. For an application form email Mrs C Tutte, at: vacancies@pml.ac.uk quoting reference number: PML75/08. The closing date for applications is Thursday 8th January 2009. Interviews will be held in late January with a view to the appointment commencing as soon as possible. Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) is a dynamic, highly innovative, independent and impartial provider of scientific research and advice on the marine environment. PML is a NERC Collaborative Centre and independent business with charitable status which has been an integral part of the UK’s strategic marine sciences & technology capability for over 30 years.
Summer Fellowship Opportunity for Grad Students Posted: November 26, 2008 Location: Vienna, Austria I am writing to ask for your help in publicizing an excellent summer opportunity for graduate students interested in relating their work to global change issues. The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), located just outside
The application deadline is January 19, and we want to spread the word about this great opportunity as widely as possible. Please help by forwarding the announcement to as many appropriate graduate students, graduate departments, and listservers as possible.
The question most frequently raised concerns funding. For students selected to participate, funding is available for travel and living support, principally from IIASA’s nineteen National Member Organizations (NMOs). The U.S. NMO funds both American citizens and non-citizens who are studying in the U.S. Please contact me if you have questions about U.S. participation, or Tanja Huber, IIASA’s YSSP Coordinator, with general questions about the program. She can be reached at ysspsupport@iiasa.ac.at.
Staff Research Associate at UC Berkeley Posted: November 26, 2008 Location: University of California at Berkeley, California
Assistant Professor Environmental Biology Posted: November 26, 2008 Location: University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
The Department of Biology at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Environmental Biology at the level of Assistant Professor. We encourage applicants who are investigating the responses of organisms, communities, or ecosystems to environmental change. Areas of particular interest include paleoecology, biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, disease ecology, and impacts of invasive species on native communities. Applicants with interdisciplinary interests are particularly welcome. For an overview of the department please visit http://www.biology.utah.edu/. Applicants should submit in PDF format a curriculum vitae, up to 5 representative publications, descriptions of research and teaching interests, and have three letters of recommendation forwarded to Kami McNeill (kamimcneill@bioscience.utah.edu), Environmental Biology Search Committee, Department of Biology, University of Utah, 257 South 1400 East, Rm. 201, Salt Lake City, Utah 84112-0840, USA. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled
Modeller in Soil-Plant-Atmosphere Isotope Hydrology Posted: November 10, 2008 Location: France We invite applications for a 3-yr post-doc position, starting preferentially early 2009, based in the INRA research lab EPHYSE (Villenave d'Ornon near Bordeaux), with strong interactions with the joint research lab BIOEMCO (Thiverval-Grignon, near Paris). The successful candidate will work in the interdisciplinary research project MIST (Modelling Isotopic Signals in Trees) whose goal is to build and validate a process-based model of stable isotope signals (13C/12C and 18O/16O) in tree ring cellulose for use in regional paleoclimate reconstructions. Working in close collaboration with Dr. Jérôme Ogée (INRA, Bordeaux), he/she will develop and validate the soil-plant-atmosphere carbon and oxygen stable isotope exchange model MuSICA-iso (Ogée et al; 2003a, 2003b) and investigate effects of climate and plant functioning on the stable isotope signals archived in annual tree rings. For model testing and validation, the candidate will benefit from state-of-the-art stable isotope high-resolution measurements of soil respired CO2 efflux, branch photosynthesis, phloem sugars and tree-ring cellulose, as well as long-term soil water and eddy flux measurements. Stable isotope signals are broadly used to study carbon and water cycles in the terrestrial biosphere and in particular to partition net CO2 exchange between the biosphere and the atmosphere into photosynthesis and respiration or to understand the response of terrestrial ecosystems to climate change. The successful candidate will have a PhD (or equivalent). He/She will have broad experience in modelling, very good programming skills (Fortran90, R or IDL), good command of English and proven ability to work in a team. Experience or training in stable isotope biogeochemistry or dendro-climatology is a plus. Please submit your application with the usual credentials (CV, documentation of academic qualification, names and contact information of two referees) to: Jérome Ogée INRA Ephyse, BP81, 33883, Villenave d'Ornon, France, tel: +33.557.12.24.22 or Dr. Philippe Peylin, UMR BIOEMCO, INA-PG, Bâtiment EGER, 78850 Thivernal-Grignon, France, +33.169.08.77.18. For further information E-Mail to: jogee@bordeaux.inra.fr or peylin@grignon.inra.fr References : Ogée J., Peylin P., Ciais P., Bariac T., Brunet Y. et al. (2003a) Partitioning net ecosystem exchange into net assimilation and respiration using 13CO2 measurements: a cost-effective sampling strategy. Global Biogeochemical Cycles, 17, GB1070, doi:10.1029/2002GB001995. Ogée J., Brunet Y., Loustau D., Berbigier P. & Delzon S. (2003b) MuSICA, a CO2, water and energy multilayer, multileaf pine forest model: evaluation from hourly to yearly time scales and sensitivity analysis. Global Change Biology, 9, 97-717.
NSF fellowships for research on vegetation-climate interactions in the Amazon Posted: November10, 2008 Location: University of Arizona and Brazil National Science Foundation (NSF) graduate fellowships ($30,000 per year, for up to two years) are available starting in the 2009-2010 academic year for ecology and earth-system science students to study vegetation-climate interactions in the Amazon basin (Brazil). This for the NSF-funded Amazon-PIRE (Partnership for International Research and Education) project. Amazon-PIRE fellows must be admitted to a participating Ph.D. program at the University of Arizona or Harvard University. Fellowships support United States citizens or permanent residents, and include an annual stipend, tuition, health insurance, and travel to Brazilian field sites and collaborating institutions. Amazon-PIRE is a U.S.-Brazilian partnership addressing the question, “What is the future of Amazon forests under climate change?" and promoting international education, collaboration, and exchange. Research focii include long term observations (via eddy flux measurements, forest plot surveys, physiological measurements, remote sensing, and aircraft sampling), experimental manipulations (in the Tropical Forest Biome of Biosphere 2), and modeling. Amazon-PIRE is committed to diversity in education, and encourages the application of women and underrepresented minorities. Key Application deadlines for relevant academic programs begin on Dec 8, 2008. See the program website (http://www.amazonpire.org/opportunities.php) for deadlines and details, or email amazonpire@arizona.edu.
Research Associate Posted: November 10, 2008 Location: University of Leicester, UK
Department of Chemistry and Physics and Astronomy Salary Grade 7: £30,594 to £35,469 per annum (Appointment to be made at lower end of scale) Fixed Term Contract for 2 Years Ref: R3972 Applications are invited for a project scientist to work on the development of mission support work for the NASA Orbiting Carbon Observatory and JAXA GOSAT missions. The NERC sponsored work will be centred on the analysis, characterization, validation and interpretation of OCO and GOSAT data providing critical information to the data assimilation groups. Application forms and further particulars are available from: www.le.ac.uk/personnel/jobs or in hardcopy from the Personnel Services, tel: 0116 252 2758, fax: 0116 252 5140, email: recruitment3@le.ac.uk Please note that CVs will only be accepted in support of a fully completed application form. Closing date: 12 November 2008
Tenure Track Position in Environmental Impacts and Implications of Energy Development Posted: November 10, 2008 Location: University of Colorado, Boulder, CO The University of Colorado at Boulder is seeking to build on its strength in atmospheric and environmental sciences, with a hire in the environmental impacts and implications of energy development. Candidates are invited to apply for an assistant professor position with a research focus on areas including, but not limited to, air and water quality, landscape ecology, climate impacts, wind energy, biogeochemistry, biodiversity, and/or conservation. A regional focus on the American West is preferred but not required. Position requirements include a Ph.D. in a relevant field, commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, and promise of excellence in research and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. The faculty member will teach, conduct research and provide service to the University. Rostering is flexible, with possible departmental home in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Environmental Studies, or Geography. Please see www.colorado.edu/ArtsSciences/Jobs for a full job description. Applications are only accepted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com, posting # 805609. The following must be included for your application to be complete: (1) Cover letter, (2) statement of research and teaching goals as related to environmental impacts of energy development; (3) Current curriculum vitae; and (4) List of three references (please include email address for each referee). Up to three relevant publications (as pdfs) should be sent directly to kellyd@colorado.edu. Initial review of the applications will begin on December 1, 2008, and will continue until a candidate is identified. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. Questions should be directed to Brian Toon, Search Committee Chair, Brian.Toon@colorado.edu.
Faculty Positions in Terrestrial Carbon & Water Cycle Science Posted: November 10, 2008 Location: Boston University, Boston, MA Boston University invites applications for two tenure track assistant professorships in terrestrial carbon and water cycle science, with a Fall 2009 start date. These positions will enhance crosscutting research and teaching in terrestrial biogeosciences in the departments of Earth Sciences, Geography and Environment, and Biology. Position (i): Carbon Cycle Science. This appointment will be made in the Department of Geography and Environment (www.bu.edu/geography). We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in the terrestrial carbon cycle and its role in the global climate system. Specific potential research foci include, but are not limited to, measurement and/or modeling of land-atmosphere carbon fluxes, studies of coupled water and carbon dynamics in terrestrial ecosystems, the impact of humans on regional to global carbon budgets, linkages between terrestrial carbon and nitrogen cycles, and the use of remote sensing for carbon cycle science. Position (ii): Terrestrial Hydrology. This appointment will be made in the department of Earth Sciences (www.bu.edu/es). We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in the terrestrial water cycle and its role in the global climate system. We welcome a wide range of approaches including experimental soil physics, geophysical and geochemical field experiments and monitoring, remote sensing, and modeling. Candidates should have a commitment to teaching and research, and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of teaching and research interests, and contact information for at least three referees. Address Carbon Cycle Science applications to Mark Friedl, Department of Geography and Environment, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02215-1401. Address Terrestrial Hydrology applications to Guido Salvucci, Department of Earth Sciences, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02215-1401. Electronic submissions are welcome and should be sent to ge@bu.edu with the subject “Terrestrial Carbon Position” and to earth@bu.edu with the subject “Terrestrial Hydrology Position”. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2008 and will continue until the positions are filled. Boston University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Research Director for G.C. Rieber Climate Institute Posted: November 3, 2008 Location: Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center Bergen, Norway
Vision The Nansen Center’s vision is to make a significant contribution to the understanding, monitoring and forecasting of the world’s environment and climate on local, regional and global scales. Main research areas are:
www.nersc.no (http://www.nersc.no/main/about/annual_reports/NERSC-2007.pdf) Organization The Nansen Center is an independent nonprofit research foundation affiliated with the University of Bergen, Norway. The Nansen Center conducts basic and applied research funded by research councils, space agencies, national and international governmental agencies, industry and private donations. The Nansen Center is organized in three groups, the Mohn-Sverdrup Center for Global Ocean Studies and Operational Oceanography, The Polar and Environmental Group and the G.C. Rieber Climate Institute. The total staff is 70 including 10 scientists in adjunct positions. The G.C. Rieber Climate Institute has a scientific staff of 15 including 5 PhD students. The main activity of the G.C. Rieber Climate Institute is devoted to the variability and the dynamic properties of the North Atlantic and Arctic climate system and teleconnection between high and low latitudes. The institute is a main contributor to the development and operation of the Bergen Climate Model (BCM), and the construction of the new Norwegian Earth System Model (NorESM). The Nansen Center is a major partner in the Bjerknes co-operation in Climate Research established in Bergen between the University of Bergen, the Institute of Marine Research and the Nansen Center (www.bjerknes.uib.no; http://www.bjerknes.uib.no/filer/912.pdf) The Nansen Center is also a partner in the Nansen Centers in St.Petersburg, Russia (www.niersc.spb.ru; www.nersc.no/main/about/annual_reports/NIERSC-2007.pdf) in Cochin, India (www.nersc.no/main/about/annual_reports/NERCI-2007.pdf) and in Beijing, China (http://nzc.iap.ac.cn; http://www.nersc.no/main/about/annual_reports/NZC_2007.pdf). The position as Research Director of the G.C. Rieber Climate Institute is vacant. The Nansen Center is seeking a senior climate scientist of international standing to lead the group. Candidates must also have proven management experience and fund raising capacity. Applications will be reviewed from December 1 2008. Application with CV and publications list should be sent by e-mail to the Founding Director of Nansen Center, Prof. Ola M. Johannessen (ola.johannessen@nersc.no)
Student Positions at San Diego State University Posted: November 3, 2008 Location: San Diego State University, CA Gradate student positions in Ecology are available in the Department of Biology at San Diego State University (SDSU). Students in the general area of micrometeorology, biogeochemistry, and soil ecology are encouraged to apply. Once admitted, students will receive support for 5 years with comprehensive benefits packages. SDSU offers a joint doctoral degree in Ecology with the University of California, Davis. Students admitted into SDSU Ecology program have the privilege to research resources in both universities. SDSU faculty in the Ecology Program Area offer a cohort of expertise in ecosystem ecology and global change, providing a collaborative research environment in sunny San Diego! Research opportunities are available in diverse ecosystems ranging from arctic tundra in Alaska, coastal sage brush in California to tropical desert in La Paz, Mexico. Research teams are led by:
We welcome students with a MS degree or candidates who do not have a MS degree but have gained research experiences to apply. Applications are due on January 2nd, 2009. For more information, please contact Chun-Ta Lai by email: lai@sciences.sdsu.edu
Postdoctoral fellowship, PhD student and Field Research positions Posted: November 3, 2008 Location: University of New Mexico Postdoctoral fellowship Summary: A postdoctoral position is available in the Biology Department at University of New Mexico for a DOE funded project to conduct a large-scale manipulation to quantify the ecosystem consequences of large-scale piñon mortality in piñon-juniper (PJ) woodlands. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary team from the University of New Mexico (Marcy Litvak, Bob Sinsabaugh), Los Alamos National Lab (Nate McDowell, Thom Rahn), and the USFS (Mike Ryan). We are using eddy covariance to directly measure continuous net exchange of carbon, water and energy in three PJ woodlands: an intact PJ woodland which serves as the control, a nearby PJ woodland in which all of the piñon will be girdled, and a PJ woodland in which > 95% of piñon trees died in 2002. Primary responsibilities will be analyzing and interpreting eddy covariance data and associated ecosystem measurements to prepare and submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals. Field work will include aiding in the physiological and ecosystem measurements required to characterize the tower sites. Results from this work will be of value to fundamental understanding of how large-scale climate induced shifts in ecosystem structure alter biosphere-atmosphere interactions and climate-land surface feedbacks. The position is open immediately and initially offered for one year with the possibility of renewal for two more years. Required skills include experience using and interpreting eddy covariance systems and eddy flux data, demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed papers, effective written and oral communication skills, willingness to work in a team environment, and a Ph.D. in physiological ecology, ecosystem ecology, micrometeorology, or related field. Desired skills include programming experience in Matlab, and the use of eddy flux data and remotely sensed data in regional modeling applications would be particularly valuable. For more information or to apply please send a CV and names of 3 references to Marcy Litvak (mlitvak@unm.edu, http://biology.unm.edu/litvak/index.html).
PhD student positions: PhD student positions are available for Fall 2009 in the Biology Department at the University of New Mexico. One graduate student RA is available to work on a DOE-funded project to conduct a large-scale manipulation to quantify the ecosystem consequences of large-scale piñon mortality in piñon-juniper (PJ) woodlands. A second graduate student RA is available to work on an NSF-funded project to quantify the change in energy balance associated with woody encroachment in desert grasslands. Students in the general area of micrometeorology, ecosystem ecology or physiological ecology are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is January 15, 2009 for admission in the fall of 2009. Please contact Dr. Marcy Litvak for more information mlitvak@unm.edu and go to http://biology.unm.edu/graduate/application.html for application materials. Research Technician: The Department of Biology is seeking a highly qualified Field Research Tech. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of a cluster of six eddy flux towers across an elevation gradient in Central New Mexico. We are using these towers to increase our understanding of atmosphere-biosphere interactions and climate land surface feedbacks in well represented upland biomes throughout the Southwest. The candidate will maintain all tower flux systems and will work with an interdisciplinary group of faculty, postdoctoral and graduate researchers to make additional physiological and ecological field measurements associated with this project. The candidate will participate in data management, data analysis, and the preparation of peer-reviewed publications of research findings. Candidates with a background in micrometeorology and/or plant physiology and technical expertise with eddy covariance-based flux measurement equipment are encouraged to apply. This position is open immediately will be based in UNM Biology and will require frequent day travel to field sites. It is open immediately and applications will be reviewed until suitable candidate is found. For more information please contact Marcy Litvak (mlitvak@unm.edu, http://biology.unm.edu/litvak/index.html). To apply please go to ejobs.unm.edu.
The Biology Department at Boston University (www.bu.edu/biology) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level. We seek an evolutionary ecologist conducting research in coastal marine systems at the population, community, and/or ecosystem levels. The successful candidate will also participate in the interdisciplinary Boston University Marine Program (www.bu.edu/bump). Responsibilities will include establishing an independent research program with extramural funding and active participation in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of research and teaching interests in a single electronic document. E-mail this document and three representative reprints to Dr. Michael Sorenson, Chair, Marine Ecology Search Committee, Department of Biology, Boston University at biosrch@bu.edu. Also, please arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the same email address. Review of applications will begin December 5, 2008
Ph.D. Opportunity in Biogeochemistry at Boston University Posted: November 3, 2008 Location Boston University, Massachusettes
Understanding the effects of N limitation on inter-annual and long-term uptake of atmospheric CO2 in temperate forests. This project seeks to understand the capacity of temperate forests to store atmospheric CO2. Building on long-term measurements (>16 years) of forest-atmosphere exchanges of CO2 at the Harvard Forest EMS tower, we are specifically interested in understanding how N cycling affects inter-annual variation in forest-C uptake as well as the >2-fold increase C uptake observed at the tower over the last decade and a half. The position will include field and laboratory work as well as collaboration with modelers. The Ph.D. position is open to post-bachelors and post-masters candidates with a background in ecology, biology, soil science, chemistry, or related field. Interested applicants should contact Adrien Finzi (afinzi@bu.edu or 617.353.2453) to discuss their interests and to learn more about the project. Application information and materials can be found at: http://www.bu.edu/grs/. The deadline for receipt of applications to the Graduate School is January 15, 2009.
Post-doctoral Candidate to Work on a Synthesis of Eddy Covariance Data from Sites in the Canadian Arctic Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
I am looking for a motivated post-doctoral candidate to work on a synthesis of eddy covariance data from sites in the Canadian Arctic. The ideal candidate will have general knowledge of ecology and ecosystem processes, with specific knowledge and experience with eddy covariance flux towers and data. Working knowledge of MATLAB an important asset. Previous experience in arctic ecosystems is also an asset, but not essential. Primary responsibilities are analysis and interpretation of an extensive eddy covariance data set, leading to the writing of manuscripts for submission to scholarly scientific journals. Some fieldwork may be required, such as set up and maintenance of the tower equipment. The position will be for one year, with the possibly of extension depending upon funding. Location: Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Salary is $42,500 CDN per year. Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae and names of 3 references to Dr. Peter Lafleur, Trent University, Geography, 1600 Westbank Dr., Peterborough, Ontario, Canada K9J 7B8, email submissions would be preferable to plafleur@trentu.ca. The position is open immediately, review of applications will begin Oct. 20 with applications accepted up until the time that a suitable candidate is found.
USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Positions Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: Gracefield - Lower Hutt, New Zealand
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Geochemistry Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: Gracefield - Lower Hutt, New Zealand GNS Science, Te Pu Ao, is the New Zealand science institute that focuses on geological resources, environmental and industrial isotopes, and geological hazards. By applying our scientific knowledge, we create wealth, protect the environment, and improve the safety of people. The National Isotope Centre (NIC), a division of GNS Science, seeks a post-doctoral fellow to be based at our facility, overlooking Wellington Harbour in New Zealand. NIC's research and commercial activities are supported by a sophisticated technical infrastructure, including accelerator mass spectrometry, stable isotope mass spectrometers, chemical laboratories, and a new Agilent 5975 GC-MS system. This position is for a two year fixed period. The role will be involved in two exciting projects within NIC's Terrestrial Isotope Biogeochemistry Laboratory. The first project involves using biomarker compounds and nitrogen isotopes to investigate population and fertility changes leading to the pre-historic societal collapse on Easter Island. The second project investigates the changes in biomarker compounds associated with loss of organic matter from intensively farmed pasture soils as well as soil organic matter recovery following erosion. The ideal candidate will be an ambitious and bright postdoctoral research fellow with the following:
To obtain a position description or to apply for this position, please visit our website <https://vacancies.gns.cri.nz/> and follow the online process. Closing date: Saturday, 8 November 2008 *Vacancy number: 1468*
Post Doctoral Position in Greenhouse Gas Dynamics Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: U.C. Berkeley, Californinia Post doctoral position available immediately to study methane dynamics in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in northern California. The position is part of a large on-going collaborative project where we are measuring carbon, nitrogen and greenhouse gas fluxes in peatland pastures and surrounding agricultural environments. Successful candidates should have skills in terrestrial biogeochemical cycling, familiarity with trace gas measurements and analyses, experience with analytical instrumentation, and interest in conducting field and laboratory studies. To apply, please send a letter of interest and a CV to Whendee Silver (wsilver@nature.berkeley.edu).
Assistant Professor in Coupled Ocean-Atmosphere Modeling Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida
The Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS) (http://www.coaps.fsu.edu) at the Florida State University (FSU) invites applications for a tenure earning Assistant Professor in Coupled Ocean-Atmosphere Modeling. The Center seeks candidates with research interests focusing on understanding either coastal/ regional phenomena or large-scale climate variability and predictability. Specific research issues could include, but are not limited to, extreme events, mesoscale processes, seasonal to decadal prediction, global climate change and its feedback on regional climates, and climate scale interactions of the atmosphere with terrestrial, oceanic and/or cryospheric processes. Candidates with multidisciplinary interests (biogeochemical, fisheries ecology, hydrology) are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to a) conduct state of the art research, b) assist in developing applications based on the above mentioned research activities, and c) interact with a team of interdisciplinary scientists. The candidate will have her/his tenure earning home in either the department of Meteorology or the department of Oceanography, depending on background, and will be expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. -- Eric Chassignet Professor and Director Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS) Florida State University 200 R.M. Johnson Building 2035 E. Paul Dirac Drive PO Box 3062840 Tallahassee, FL, 32306-2840 Office : (1) 850-644-4581 Cell: (1) 850-524-0033 (urgent matters only) FAX : (1) 850-644-4841 E-mail : echassignet@coaps.fsu.edu, http://www.coaps.fsu.edu
Post (ref: G5/DAR/012/08) We seek to employ a Research Assistant/Associate who will work on two European Union FP7 funded research projects to evaluate urban surface energy, water and carbon exchanges through in situ observations, remote sensing analyses and modelling. The KCL component of these projects involves the determination of fluxes for London using the techniques outlined below. Results will be used (1) to develop a decision support system for sustainable urban planning, accounting for urban metabolism; and (2) to assess impacts of megacities on local, regional, and global air quality and climate. The research objectives will be to determine the magnitude and spatial variability of the fluxes and their controls in relation to these applications. A variety of methods will be deployed during the research, including micrometeorological techniques (e.g. eddy covariance, large aperture scintillometry) to determine local scale fluxes, and analysis of ground-based, airborne and satellite optical hyper-spectral and thermal IR data to determine the surface energy balance. Numerical modelling will involve urban land surface schemes and their application in WRF. The post holder will work with Professors Sue Grimmond (sue.grimmond@kcl.ac.uk) and Martin Wooster (Martin.Wooster@kcl.ac.uk) and their existing research teams to deliver cutting-edge research into urban surface energy, water and carbon exchanges. Urban Meteorology The EMM Group’s research on urban meteorology has centred around its investigation of energy, water and carbon exchanges using micrometeorological techniques, numerical modelling and remote sensing methods in a variety of urban areas (North America, Africa, Europe). This research has been led by Professor Sue Grimmond and Prof Martin Wooster, and the current post will work within their existing research teams. Recent publications can be found here: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/ip/suegrimmond/news.htm http://www.kcl.ac.uk/schools/sspp/geography/people/acad/wooster/pubs.html Application deadline: 31st October 2008 or until the post is filled. Application procedure and more details about the job can be found at: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/depsta/pertra/vacancy/external/ http://www.kcl.ac.uk/depsta/pertra/vacancy/external/pers_detail.php?jobindex=7261
Post-doc Position on Modelling Agro-ecosystem Interactions with Climate Change Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: Aarhus Unversity, Denmark
We have a 3-year post-doc position on "modelling agro-ecosystem interactions with climate change" open. The deadline for application is 22 October. For more information consult www.agrsci.org or n e-mail JorgenE.Olesen@agrsci.dk
Five Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Global Change: Cryosphere and Sea-Level Impacts Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
The University of Michigan’s Departments of Geological Sciences (GS) and Atmospheric Oceanic and Space Sciences (AOSS) announce five tenure-track positions in the field of Global Change: Cryosphere and Sea-Level Impacts . Pending final approval, the objective of this cluster hire is to advance cross-disciplinary research in Global Change research as part of the University of Michigan’s interdisciplinary junior faculty initiative. Candidates are sought in the fields of (1) Glaciology, (2) Climate and Ice Sheet Modeling, (3) Coastal Processes, (4) Physical Oceanography, and (5) Regional Climate Modeling. Candidates will be appointed at the assistant professor level with a university year appointment in either GS or AOSS, but will be expected to interact with the cluster cohorts in both departments, as well as existing faculty.
1. Glaciology.
The preferred candidate will make observations of ice-sheet physics and how ice-sheets respond to climate change. Areas of interest include empirical studies of glacial and sub-glacial hydrology, bed characteristics, ice-sheet dynamics and mass balance. We expect the successful candidate will employ observational techniques such as, but not limited to, remote sensing, high-precision gravity measurements, and/or innovative field techniques.
2. Climate and Ice Sheet Modeling.
The preferred candidate will develop and conduct numerical modeling of ice-sheets and advance their coupling with global and regional climate models. Emphasis will be placed on predicting recent, present, and future changes in polar ice volume and its implications for sea-level rise and freshwater discharges into the ocean.
3. Coastal Processes.
The preferred candidate will conduct model and/or field-based investigations of the impacts of sea-level rise on coastal regions. Areas of expertise could include: (1) the effects of sea-level inundation and storm surges on coastal circulation and urban areas, ecosystems, and freshwater availability; (2) integration of regional climate and ocean circulation to understand coastal processes and/or (3) studies of the variability and magnitude of past storm surges.
4. Physical Oceanography/Polar Climatology.
The preferred candidate will use field, observational and/or theoretical techniques to study physical processes near the ice-ocean interface. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, ocean circulation and convection, calving/ablation processes, dynamics of ice-sheet buttressing by marine ice shelves, polar climatology and/or processes controlling sea ice.
5. Regional Climate Modeling.
The preferred candidate will employ and develop techniques for using regional climate models to study atmosphere-ocean, atmosphere-land, or ocean-land interfaces at finer resolution than is possible in global models. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated innovative methods for downscaling climate predictions to understand processes of discernable human relevance in coastal areas. Successful candidates are expected to establish independent research programs and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching. A complete application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of present and future research plans, statement of teaching experience and interests, and names of at least five persons who can provide letters of recommendation. The applicant should identify in the cover letter the position being applied for.
Additional information about the departments can be found at: www.lsa.umich.edu/geo and http://aoss.engin.umich.edu. Applications should be sent to: Global Change Search Committee (Re: Position 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) Department of Geological Sciences, University of Michigan 1100 N. University Avenue Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1005
For full consideration applications should be received before November 1, 2008. Questions concerning these positions should be directed to glbchsearch@ umich.edu . The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples.
Post-Doctoral Position in Carbon Cycle Modeling Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
A Post-Doctoral Position is available at Colorado State University in the area of carbon cycle modeling. Modeling is an important tool for conducting large-scale assessments of CO2 fluxes between the terrestrial surface and the atmosphere. Through the North American Carbon Program, a synthesis project has been funded to compile, diagnose and reconcile estimates of CO2 flux derived from ecosystem modeling applications and atmospheric inversion techniques for the mid-continent region of the U.S. The successful candidate will work with a team of researchers to compile an inventory of CO2 emissions and sinks for the region based on ecosystem modeling, diagnose differences with atmospheric inversions, and assist with reconciling the results from the two approaches. Recent graduates (by December 2009) with a Ph.D. degree that focused on carbon cycle modeling and/or statistics are strongly encouraged to apply. Send letter of interest, CV and 3 references to Dr. Stephen M. Ogle, Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523. Inquiries about the position can be made to Dr. Ogle through email, ogle@nrel.colostate.edu, or by phone, (+1) 970-491-7662. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements. Colorado State University requires background checks on all new hires; see http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/ for more information.
Post Doctoral Research Associate Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Illinois
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to conduct innovative research examining the biophysical implications of large scale biofuel production as part of an interdisciplinary research program. The specific duties include the integration of an existing agriculture crop growth model with terrestrial ecosystem model to explore our understanding of how terrestrial systems interact with land cover and land use and agriculture and biofuel crops. This research will also investigate the implications of large scale production of biofuels in the U.S. and other countries with a focus on agricultural land use, soil carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions.
A Ph.D. in atmospheric, plant, environmental, agricultural sciences or another related field in the sciences or engineering with knowledge of the physiological basis of terrestrial ecosystem models is required. Working experience in FORTRAN is preferred. The initial term will be for two year with the potential for renewal based on performance.
Applicants should send the following materials by email to Prof. Atul Jain at jain1@uiuc.edu: (1) a cover letter describing research interests and experience, (2) curriculum vita, and (3) names and contact information for three references. Review of completed applications will start immediately. The salary is commensurate with experience. The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Three Remote Sensing Scientist Positions Posted: October 24, 2008 Location: National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) in Asheville, North Carolina
The National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) in Asheville, North Carolina, is recruiting for 3 remote sensing scientists in its Remote Sensing and Applications Division. The successful applicants will conduct independent research on atmospheric, terrestrial, and/or oceanic processes to support the development of climate data records (CDRs) from remotely sensed data sources. They will design and coordinate studies to permit the successful acquisition, management, processing, and archive of large climate-quality data sets from the current and next generation of NOAA satellites and radar systems. They will collaborate closely with user groups in the application of CDRs to emerging science questions and for decision makers. They will write research-quality papers and make formal oral presentations at conferences, workshops and to upper level management. They will participate with national and international working groups to advance the understanding of climate, and collaborate with other NOAA partners and customers. For complete details on how to apply and on the requirements for these federal Physical Scientist (ZP-1301-III) positions, please visit http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/ and search on the vacancy numbers NSDIS-NCDC-2008-0030 (for current government employees) or NSDIS-NCDC-2009-0001 (for any U.S. citizen). The positions close on 11/6/2008.
Faculty Position, Terrestrial Carbon Cycle Science Posted: October 17, 2008 Location: Boston Univeristy, Boston, MA The Department of Geography and Environment at Boston University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professorship in terrestrial carbon cycle science, with a Fall 2009 start date. We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in the terrestrial carbon cycle and its role in the global climate system. Specific potential research foci include (but are not limited to) measurement and/or modeling of land-atmosphere carbon fluxes, studies of coupled water and carbon dynamics in terrestrial ecosystems, the impact of humans on regional to global carbon budgets, linkages between terrestrial carbon and nitrogen cycles, and the use of remote sensing for carbon cycle science. Candidates should have a commitment to teaching and research, and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Excellent opportunities for collaboration exist with colleagues in affiliated departments and research centers including the department of Biology, the department of Earth Sciences, and the Center for Remote Sensing at Boston University. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of teaching and research interests, and contact information for at least three referees to: Mark Friedl, Department of Geography and Environment, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02215-1401. Electronic submissions are welcome and should be sent to ge@bu.edu with the subject "Carbon Cycle Science Position." Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Boston University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Post-doctoral position in Arctic Tundra-Atmosphere Interactions Posted: October 17, 2008 Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Postdoctoral research associate in nanomaterials and biogeochemistry at Duke University Posted: October 17, 2008 Location: Duke University, Athens, Georgia
The Bernhardt lab at Duke University is seeking a postdoctoral research associate with a PhD in Biogeochemistry or Environmental Microbiology to participate in a new research initiative examining the impacts of manufactured nanomaterials on biogeochemical cycling in soils and sediments in aquatic/wetland systems (funded through the Center for the Environmental Impacts of Nanomaterials (CEINT)).
The postdoctoral associate will work closely with Emily Bernhardt (Department of Biology), Curt Richardson (Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment) and Claudia Gunsch (Duke's Pratt School of Engineering).
We hope to recruit a postdoctoral scholar that will complement the existing expertise in our laboratories by having significant prior experience in one or more of the following areas: 1) linking microbial gene expression or enzyme activity with biogeochemical functions; 2) expertise in colloid chemistry in soils or natural waters; or 3) experience in toxicological studies with aquatic/terrestrial vegetation. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with a large interdisciplinary initiative to examine the effects of nanomaterials on ecosystem processes.
Salary will be competitive, commensurate with experience and accompanied by Duke's very competitive benefits package. Funds are available through CEINT to support travel to present results at scientific meetings and for short-term training and research opportunities at other member institutions within CEINT. Learn more about the cooperating research units at Bernhardt lab at http://www.biology.duke.edu/bernhardtlab/, the Duke University Wetland Center at www.env.duke.edu/wetland and about the new CEINT at http://ceint.duke.edu/.
To apply send a letter describing your research interests, your curriculum vitae, pdfs of one or two representative publications and the names of three references to Emily Bernhardt at emily.bernhardt@duke.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Positions in Lab for the Environmental Physics Posted: October 7, 2008 Location: University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia
The University of Georgia Atmospheric Biogeosciences program (Lab for Environmental Physics) has openings for:
1. An Assistant Research Scientist That is a permanent fully funded support position, twelve-month research appointment. The successful applicant has a Ph.D. degree in atmospheric sciences or a related field and preferably post-doctoral experience. The applicant has experience in one or more of the three areas: 1. Boundary-layer instrumentation of turbulence, fluxes, and trace gases; atmospheric field measurements of surface-atmosphere exchange of greenhouse gases, including atmospheric CO2, soil CO2 sensors, tracers, sodars/RASS, airborne measurements 2. High-level signal processing methods such as the Hilbert-Huang transforms and the wavelet transforms; micrometeorological data analysis 3. Atmospheric modeling from the microscale to the regional scale. The applicant is expected to help develop the group. He/She will be expected to also contribute to the proposal funding and writing scientific publications.
The group works with scientists from several major universities, national laboratories, and with European, Canadian, South American, and Asian universities. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The position is open until a suitable candidate is selected. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15th until a suitable applicant is selected.
A background check instituted by the Board of Regents for new hires in the system is a condition of employment. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must complete the onsent for A Background Investigation form. The University of Georgia is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The Griffin Campus is located in a bucolic environment, 40 min from the Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport, less than an hour from downtown Atlanta, and approximately three hours from the ocean. For information on our program, please go to www.biogeosciences.uga.edu.
2. A Post-doctoral Associate The University of Georgia Atmospheric Biogeosciences program has also an opening for a short-term post-doctoral position, renewable yearly. The above attributes are also sought for this position.
3. A PhD Student The University of Georgia Atmospheric Biogeosciences program has an opening one PhD student in the areas mentioned above.
4. Faculty on Sabbatical The University of Georgia Atmospheric Biogeosciences program is inviting applications for faculty to join the Laboratory for a one-year sabbatical.
For information on any the above, please contact Prof. M. Y. Leclerc; Phone: 770 228 7279.
Forest Biometeorologist (eddy covariance) Posted: October 7, 2008 Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Center for Urban Environmental Research and Education (CUERE). The purpose of the work is to perform urban ecosystem research on carbon, water and energy exchange in an urban setting. The position is targeted for an enthusiastic, experienced post doctoral candidate with eddy covariance expertise. The person will perform analysis on existing data sets on carbon dioxide concentration, and carbon, water and energy flux. They will operate and maintain an eddy flux tower in the Baltimore area, a CO2 concentration profile system, as well as maintain the data streams from air pollution and meteorological equipment. They will work as part of a research team in cooperation with CUERE, the US Forest Service (USFS) Urban Forest Research Program, the USFS Northern Global Change Program, and the Baltimore Ecosystem Study LTER, which will include participation in urban to rural gradients studies, air pollution monitoring at intensive sites, and biometric measurements associated with these sites. They will be a key person in determining the sources and sinks of carbon dioxide in a dynamic urban/suburban ecosystem. The major duties include analysis of existing data sets, custom analysis to determine the role of urban forests in sequestering carbon, summarizing data, prepare scientific reports, and publication of results in collaboration with the research team. Tasks will include installing, maintaining, and calibration of sensors and analyzers and gas handling systems associated with air pollution sampling, the CO2 profile, and the eddy covariance systems. The duties will require demonstrated experience in programming custom data acquisition programs, including dataloggers, remote communications, use of automated gas handling systems, and photosynthesis and soil respiration systems. The work involved is arduous, requires travel, expeditionary work, involving climbing towers, setting up mobile towers, and working long hours in remote locations for long durations with minimum support to insure continuous, high quality measurements. Term of the position is for an initial appointment of 2 years, with a possible extension of one to two years. This is a full time position with benefits – 45K/yr. The requirements are a Ph.D. in atmospheric sciences, forestry, urban ecosystems, biometeorology, or related fields and demonstrated investigator experience with eddy flux techniques on tall towers in forested and/or urban ecosystems. The candidate should have a strong publication record and strong personal communications skills. The position requires sound quantitative and statistical skills, as well as electronics and mechanical abilities. The desired candidate would be self motivated, independent, and be willing to work as part of a larger research team. Please include a letter of application, CV or resume, transcripts and the names, email, phone numbers of three professional references. In your letter of application, include your experience, training, and professional goals. Application materials can be sent to: Ian Yesilonis, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Center for Urban Environmental Research and Education, 1000 Hilltop Circle, TRC 102, Baltimore, MD 21250; or emailed to iyesil1@umbc.edu. Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2008 and continue until position is filled. UMBC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Post-doctorial Position in Permafrost Modeling Posted: October 7, 2008 Location: Ottawa, Canada
Position: 2-year post-doctoral position in permafrost modeling in Natural Resources Canada as a Canadian Government Laboratories Visiting Fellow administered by NSERC Required citizenship: none Pre-requisition: a Ph.D. degree received within the past 5-6 years. Job description: Canada Centre for Remote Sensing (CCRS. Located in Ottawa) in Natural Resources Canada invites applications for a postdoctoral position as a Canadian Government Laboratories Visiting Fellow administered by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). This position is to assess the impacts of climate change on permafrost using a process-based model and remote sensing/GIS information. The desired experience/qualifications include: soil and ecological modeling, remote sensing and GIS data processing, computer programming using C++, and knowledge in permafrost and other physical and ecological processes in cold regions. The appointment is for two years beginning in early 2009. The salary will be based on NSERC standard and experience. Please submit your c.v. to yu.zhang @ ccrs.nrcan.gc.ca. Qualified candidates will be contacted to apply through NSERC.
Deadline: 31/03/09
Postdoc for Land Cover/Vegetation Science Posted: October 7, 2008 Location: Greenbelt or Baltimore, Maryland
RESEARCH SCIENTIST POSITION GEST 614-90-316 Research Activity - Remote Sensing and Terrestrial Ecology A post-doctoral research scientist is required to integrate satellite and ground-based data in characterizing changes in global forest cover, ecosystem disturbance, and ecosystem compositional responses to climate change. This research is part of the ongoing activities at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center dedicated to mapping vegetation dynamics at regional and continental scales using Landsat-type imagery and the LEDAPS processing system, in conjunction with other satellite observations (ASTER, MODIS, GLAS), and field data. Specific activities involve characterizing deforestation and regrowth using time series satellite data from a variety of biomes, and conducting research to characterize high-latitude ecological responses to climate change. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop independent research activities and provide science leadership within the LEDAPS team.
Requires - The position requires a Ph.D. in Ecology, Forestry, Geography or a related field with demonstrated ability to pursue independent research. Experience with passive optical remote sensing for vegetation or land cover studies is required; experience with lidar remote sensing is desirable. Applicant needs to have knowledge of common scientific and geospatial analysis applications (eg. ENVI/IDL, MATLAB, ArcGIS, etc). Some experience with scientific programming (C, Fortran) and scientific data formats (HDF) is preferred. Selection is contingent upon obtaining Goddard security clearance and possessing appropriate visa status to meet requirements for employment.
For best consideration, submit a cover letter (indicating position # GEST 614-90-316) a complete curriculum vitae, home address, visa status (if applicable) and names and telephone numbers of three references by October 31, 2008 (applications for this position will be accepted until position is filled) to: Dr. Tom Low, Associate Director, GEST, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Suite 320, 5523 Research Park Drive, Baltimore, MD 21228. GEST partners are Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employers.
GEST is a Cooperative Agreement between the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) to collaborate in research programs in the Earth, Information, and Instrumentation sciences. GEST is a Consortium whose members include UMBC, Hampton University, Howard University, and Caelum Research Corporation.
Positions will generally be located either at GSFC or at the offices of one of the consortium members.
Faculty Position in Marine Biogeochemistry Posted: October 7, 2008 Location: University of Texas at Austin, Texas
As part of a continuing expansion, The University of Texas at Austin’s Marine Science Institute and Department of Marine Science invite applications for a faculty position (Assistant or Associate Professor) in Marine Biogeochemistry, particularly organic geochemistry, the global carbon cycle, and/or microbial biogeochemistry. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. and demonstrated expertise and innovative research who would benefit from the Institute’s excellent shoreside facilities for experimental work and proximity to a variety of unique estuarine and coastal habitats (including the 185,000-acre Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve). The position includes research (75% time), teaching (25%), and 9 months of state-funded salary support. Successful applicants will have freedom to follow their research interests and opportunities to collaborate with a vibrant group of faculty spanning a variety of research areas in one of the largest research universities in the United States. A background check will be conducted on the applicant selected. The University of Texas at Austin is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Details of the positions, the Institute, and application procedures are available at www.utmsi.utexas.edu/institute/recruiting.
Postdoctoral Researcher on Methane in the CCSM Posted: September 30, 2008 Location: Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
Cornell has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher to work on the simulation of methane in the Community Climate System Model (CCSM). This position will be part of a team of researchers putting methane into the CCSM, and will focus on the evaluation and improvement in modeling of methane emissions and its atmospheric concentration using the Community Land Model and the Community Atmospheric Model. The position will require interactions with researchers across many disciplines at several institutions including the National Center for Atmospheric Research, Lawrence Berkeley Labs and UC-Berkeley. The position is a two-year position, open until filled. A PhD in climate related science, as well as experience working with models and large datasets is required.
To apply please send CV with two references to Peter Hess, Biological and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853.
Tenure Track Position in Ecological Forecasting Posted: September 30, 2008 Location: University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA, COLUMBIA 29208. The University of South Carolina at Columbia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Ecological Forecasting and Conservation Biology. This position is part of the university's Faculty Excellence Initiative (FEI) program, and specifically designed to augment an interdisciplinary research group that forecasts ecological responses to climate change in coastal regions. Candidates will be expected to form strong research collaborations with other hires in this cluster in Geography, Computer Science and Engineering, and the School of the Environment as well as with existing faculty with strengths in this area. Related hires in this area include a boundary layer microclimatologist and a signal analysis specialist. For this position we seek a candidate with expertise in the areas of connectivity, biogeography and dispersal who can link both empirical and theoretical approaches to conservation biology. While the primary focus of our group is in marine ecosystems, we seek applicants with diverse interests and those with expertise outside of marine systems are encouraged to apply. To apply, send letter of application, statements of teaching and research, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three references to the address below. To receive full consideration applications must be received by October 15, 2008. Apply to Prof. Brian Helmuth, Department of Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208. For more information about the position, e-mail Dr. Helmuth; 803-777-2100 or visit http://www.biol.sc.edu.
Post-doctoral Position in Ecosystem-Atmosphere Exchange of CO2 Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: San Diego State University, California Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position to conduct ecosystem-atmosphere exchange of carbon with stable isotope ratio measurements at AmeriFlux sites. Carbon-13 ratios and concentrations of atmospheric CO2 are being measured at weekly intervals at ten sites where simultaneous measurements of eddy covariance CO2 fluxes also are available. We seek a motivated individual to conduct modeling activities with focuses that will
The successful candidate will participate in North American Carbon Program activity: Site-level Interim Synthesis Model Data Comparison and is expected to produce peer-reviewed publications that address the project objectives. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Ecology, Earth System Science, Micrometeorology or a relevant discipline and communicate fluently in English. Strong quantitative skills in data analysis and numerical modeling with Fortran and MATLAB are advantageous. The ideal candidate would have experiences in modeling biosphere and ecosystem processes and applying stable isotope ratio technique in carbon studies. Training and experience in geographic information systems is a plus. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Appointments can begin as soon as a suitable candidate is found. To apply, please send your curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a research statement, and a list of three references to: Chun-Ta Lai, Assistant Professor Department of Biology San Diego State University 5500 Campanile Drive San Diego, CA 92182-4614, USA Tel: 619-594-0678 Fax: 619-594-5676 Email Electronic applications as a single pdf are preferred.
Faculty Positions in Climate Sciences Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia
The School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) at Georgia Tech invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in Climate Sciences. Candidates working in the following areas are encouraged to apply: global and regional climate dynamics, paleo-climate, biogeochemical cycles, ice sheet dynamics, ocean-atmosphere and land-atmosphere interactions. We particularly encourage applicants using global or regional scale numerical models or remote sensing techniques in their research.
Applicants at the Assistant Professor level are sought, although outstanding individuals at all levels will be considered. We are seeking individuals who are interested in working in a dynamic interdisciplinary academic and research environment that includes atmospheric chemistry and biogeochemistry, weather and climate dynamics, oceanography, paleoclimatology, and geophysics.
The Georgia Institute of Technology, one of the consistently top ranked educational/research institutions in the country, is undergoing significant growth in the earth and atmospheric sciences. The School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences currently has 26 faculty members, 95 graduate students, and 70 undergraduate students and has excellent facilities in the new 265,000 square-foot Environmental Science and Technology Building.
For more information about our School and academic programs, visit www.eas.gatech.edu.
Applicants should send an application letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and contact information for at least three references.
Application materials should be submitted electronically as pdf files to Susan Ryan.
Requests for information should be directed to Dr. Jean Lynch-Stieglitz, Search Committee Chair. Phone: (404) 894-3944.
Applications will be considered beginning November 15, 2009 but the search will continue until the positions are filled. Georgia Tech is a unit of the University System of Georgia and an equal education/employment opportunity institution.
Search for Dean of the College of Geosciences Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: Texas A&M, College Station, Texas
The College of Geosciences of Texas A&M is seeking an exceptional individual as Dean. The holder of this position is the chief executive officer of the College with 110 tenured and tenure-track faculty members, 16 research scientists, 265 graduate students, 489 undergraduate students, and a total research and teaching budget of $84 million. The College of Geosciences seeks to provide an understanding of our changing planet: the solid earth, the oceans, the atmosphere; coupled human and natural systems; and the application of state-of-the science research to energy, environment and climate change. The College includes the Departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Geology and Geophysics, Geography, and Oceanography and a variety of research units including the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program, the Sea Grant College Program, and the Geochemical and Environmental Research Group. Close collaborations, through programs such as the Center for Atmospheric Chemistry and the Environment and to Sustainable Coastal Margins Program, exist with other colleges across the campus.
Texas A&M is seeking distinguished, proactive, and visionary candidates with
Texas A&M University is in the ninth year of a long-range planning process entitled Vision 2020 (http://www.tamu.edu/vision2020/) with the goal of becoming a consensus "top 10" public university. So far, the University has raised over $1.5 billion through a development campaign and has hired faculty for 442 new faculty lines, 26 of whom are in the College of Geosciences.
Bryan-College Station, home of Texas A&M University, consistently ranks as one of the most livable metropolitan areas in the nation. Centrally located among three of the country's 10 largest cities (Dallas, Houston, San Antonio) and just over an hour from the state capitol (Austin), B-CS boasts a combined population in excess of 155,000, including the Texas A&M student body. The community has excellent school systems, shopping centers, hospitals, and restaurants. The twin cities are home to a high proportion of professional people and feature many of the advantages of a cosmopolitan center without the disadvantages of a congested urban environment.
The Search Advisory Committee will begin to review applications on November 15, 2008. The review will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, 1-2 page narrative summary of experience and administrative philosophy, curriculum vitae and the names and telephone numbers of at least three references. (References will be contacted only after permission is obtained from the candidate.) Applicants should also provide a preferred telephone number and mailing and e-mail addresses.
Please send applications and nominations to:
Dr. H. Joseph Newton, Chair Dean of Geosciences Search Advisory Committee Texas A&M University College of Science 3257 TAMU College Station, TX 77843-3257
Phone: (979) 845-8817 Fax: (979) 845-6077 email
Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities.
Find more information about this position at http://geosciences.tamu.edu
PhD Student Positions Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: City University of New York
PhD student positions are available at the Doctorate-Granting Institution of the City University of New York for the Doctoral Program in the Earth and Environmental Sciences. The on-line applications is at: http://www.gc.cuny.edu/admin_offices/admissions/index.htm Information for International Students is available at: http://www.gc.cuny.edu/admin_offices/admissions/intl_app.htm Please submit a complete application (application, statement of purpose, transcripts, letters of recommendation, GREs, TOEFL) by January 15, 2009 to allow us time to consider your application for admission and financial aid for Fall 2009. The EES Program offers attractive multi-year financial aid packages to strong candidates. These five-year packages typically include full tuition, fellowship support of up to $24,000 / year, and highly subsidized health insurance. Teaching duties may be required beginning in the second year. The research conducted in my Lab is in the area of micrometeorology and atmosphere-biosphere interactions. Students with background in one of following:
Applicants who have published journal papers are absolutely more than welcome to apply. Please contact to Professor Yehuda Klein (212-817-8240) for information on the EES Program; contact to Professor Chuixiang Yi ( 718-997-3366) for research directions.
Research Coordinator in Ecosystem Ecology Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee
We seek a field and laboratory technician/manager (Research Coordinator I) in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Tennessee.
Responsibilities include:
Required qualifications: BA/BS (or higher) required with experience in lab and field ecology and/or laboratory coordination. Preferred qualifications and experience: laboratory and field ecosystem techniques, chemistry, molecular ecology, statistical analysis, lab management, field ecology. Salary depends on experience; includes health insurance. Ideal starting date: November 2008 - but the date is negotiable. Please apply online (http://uthr.admin.utk.edu/emplcomp/StaffVacancy.shtml) and send a resume or CV and a brief statement of interests and experience relevant to this position, and the names of references to: Aimee Classen.
MS/PhD Graduate Student Opportunities in Biogeographic Aspects of Land-Use Change and Terrestrial Biogeochemistry Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
One to two graduate assistantships are available to prospective students interested in global change impacts on biogeochemical cycling and biodiversity in the Department of Geography at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, starting Fall 2009. Students with interests in the following are encouraged to apply: land-use/land-cover and climatic change effects on biogeochemical cycling, mechanisms of soil organic matter stabilization, restoration of ecosystem goods and services, legacies of human disturbance on tropical forest structure and species composition, and physical and human dimensions of land-use and land-cover change. Opportunities exist for fieldwork in tropical as well as local and regional ecosystems. For more information on the graduate programs, please visit: http://www.geography.wisc.edu/admissions/index.htm. Interested applicants should email the following:
PhD Student Positions Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: Yale University, New Haven, Conneticut
PhD student positions are available in the School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, Yale University. Students in the general area of micrometeorology and boundary layer meteorology are encouraged to apply.
Application deadline is Jan 2, 2009 for admission in the fall of 2009. Once admitted, students will receive full scholarship support (stipend plus tuition waiver) from the University for 5 years.
We welcome application from candidates who have completed a master’s degree at matriculation and candidates who do not have a MSc degree but have gained research experience in the field relevant to our PhD program. Please contact Professor Xuhui Lee for more information.
Four Faculty Positions Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: Montana State University-Bozeman, Montana
Four faculty positions in the Department of Land Resources and Environmental & Sciences (LRES) at Montana State University-Bozeman. This includes position as Department Head, as well as tenure-track positions in land-atmosphere interactions, biogeochemistry, and soil physics. For more information visit: http://landresources.montana.edu/index.html
Ecologist Postdoctoral Research Associate Position Posted: September 29, 2008 Location: Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
The Central Arizona Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER) project at Arizona State University’s Global Institute of Sustainability is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Ecology. The position involves development of a research project that fits within ongoing research in CAP LTER; participation in long-term monitoring and experiments; analysis and write-up of long-term data; and publication of research papers. Qualified applicants must have obtained a Ph.D. within three years or less from the time of appointment and must have demonstrated research experience in population, community, or ecosystem ecology. Specific research expertise related to urban or human-dominated ecosystems is preferred. Also desired are interdisciplinary education or research training and a record of research publication.
Position begins spring 2009 and is for one year with the possibility for renewal of an additional year.
Send cover letter explaining interest in the position and relevant expertise; curriculum vitae; the name, phone number, and e-mail addresses of three references; and publication copies (no more than three) to Marcia Nation, CAP LTER Project Manager, Global Institute of Sustainability, PO Box 875402, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-5402. Materials due November 30, 2008.
For inquiries, please contact Marcia Nation at 480-965-7951 or by e-mail. Position contingent upon funding. AA/EOE.
A postdoctoral position is available to plan, manage, and analyze a forest fertilization experiment in a lowland tropical rainforest in Costa Rica. The goal is to explore the nature of nutrient limitation in the lowland tropical forests, with an eye towards understanding their basic biogeochemistry and likely responses to anthropogenic changes in nutrient status. The successful applicant must have a strong background in biogeochemistry (both in the field and in the lab), a willingness to spend about 6months/year in Costa Rica, fluency in Spanish, and an ability to coordinate a team of technicians and undergraduates. A Ph.D. in biology, geology, or a related field is required. Funding is guaranteed for two years, and the applicant will be involved in proposal writing to supplement the experiment. To apply, please send a cover letter stating your interest in the position and experiences you feel are relevant, a curriculum vitae and the names of three references to Stephen Porder.
Wyoming Excellence Chair in Atmosphere-Biosphere Interaction Posted: September 15, 2008 Location: University of Wyoming, Laramie, Wyoming
The University of Wyoming has strong research programs in atmospheric and terrestrial (land surface) sciences and a successful cross-disciplinary doctoral Program in Ecology (PiE). It is forging new ties with the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) through joint supercomputing endeavors. The successful candidate is expected to interact with faculty and students in PiE and with NCAR scientists. More information of relevance to this position can be found at http://wwweng.uwyo.edu/info/WyoExcelChair/ .
Applications must include (a) a letter of interest stating research intentions and teaching interests, (b) a list of the five most relevant publications, all publicly accessible, (c) the names and contact information for at least three references, and (d) a curriculum vitae. Screening of applications will begin on 10 November, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
MS/PhD Graduate Student Assistantships in Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology and Biogeochemistry Posted: September 10, 2008 Location: University of Montana, Missoula, MT Graduate student assistantships: Up to two graduate assistantships are available to prospective students interested in investigating terrestrial ecosystem ecology and/or soil biogeochemical cycling at the University of Montana in Missoula (http://www.umt.edu). Students will be encouraged to contribute to ongoing research in tropical rain forest ecosystems, or to develop original projects in local and/or regional ecosystems. Aspiring Ph.D. students interested in pursuing research in the following areas are especially encouraged to apply: i) the effects of global environmental change on soil carbon cycling, nutrient cycling and ecosystem processes; ii) links between microbial community structure and soil biogeochemical processes; or iii) the relationships between aboveground and belowground diversity and ecosystem processes. Motivated students with prior experience using molecular microbiological techniques will be given especially strong consideration. Applicants should have a strong record of academic excellence, prior field and/or laboratory experience, and a demonstrated interest in soils, ecosystems or microbiological research. Student support will include a combination of teaching/research assistantships, a stipend (~ $16,000/year for MS students and $19,000/year for PhD students) and a tuition waiver. Positions will begin in the fall of 2009. To apply: Please email the following application materials (as one document) to Cory Cleveland : 1) a current resume or CV, including GPA and test scores (if available); 2) a letter of interest, including research interests, professional goals and prior experience; and 3) contact information, including Email addresses, of three potential references. For more information: For more information on the Soil Biogeochemistry Lab at UMT, please visit http://www.cfc.umt.edu/biogeochemistry , and for more information on the Department of Ecosystem and Conservation Sciences or the College of Forestry & Conservation, please see: http://www.cfc.umt.edu .
Faculty Chair in Atmosphere-Biosphere Interaction Posted: September 10, 2008 Location: University of Wyoming, Laramie , Wyoming
The Departments of Atmospheric Science and Renewable Resources at the University of Wyoming seek a distinguished scholar for the new Wyoming Excellence Chair in Atmosphere-Biosphere Interaction. This endowed position will be filled at the rank of associate or full professor.
The successful candidate will have an earned PhD degree in atmospheric or life sciences, and should be eligible for appointment with tenure in the Department of Atmospheric Science. Candidates with an internationally recognized research program focused on processes controlling atmosphere-biosphere interaction are invited to apply. Preference will be given to those involved with data, ranging from measurements in the field to data assimilation into climate models linking the atmosphere to terrestrial ecosystems. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program, advise graduate students , manage a research team, and develop courses such as climate-ecology interaction, surface flux processes and measurements, or climate change dynamics.
The position includes a very attractive start-up package and access to a suite of research facilities, including an NSF-supported King Air research aircraft, the Stable Isotope Facility, the Environmental Simulation Laboratory, the W. M. Keck Aerosol Laboratory, and the Elk Mountain Observatory. The University of Wyoming has strong research programs in atmospheric and terrestrial (land surface) sciences and a successful cross-disciplinary doctoral Program in Ecology (PiE). It is forging new ties with the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) through joint supercomputing endeavors.
The successful candidate is expected to interact with faculty and students in PiE and with NCAR scientists. More information of relevance to this position can be found at http://wwweng.uwyo.edu/info/WyoExcelChair/ .
Faculty Positions in Department of Geography Posted: September 5, 2008 Location: Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario Deadline: October 10, 2008
Queen’s University Department of Geography welcomes applications from excellent scholars and teachers who wish to be considered for appointment under the Queen’s National Scholar (QNS) Program. The QNS Program serves to enrich teaching and research in newly developing fields of knowledge as well as traditional disciplines. The main criterion for appointment is academic excellence. Preferences will be given to scholars in early or mid-career. However, success in the QNS competition requires a significant record of quality publications and external funding. The Department of Geography is eligible to nominate candidates for one of these positions, and will consider applications from candidates in any field in Physical Geography or Earth System Science. Applicants who can build on or complement existing faculty strengths are most welcome. Candidates would be eligible for a tenure-track or newly tenured appointment, depending on experience. Under the QNS program, appointments may be either tenure-track or special shorter-term appointments.
For further information potential applicants may referred to the website: http://www.queensu.ca/
In keeping with Queen's commitment to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, the department particularly welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Before submitting a formal application, for further information prospective candidates should contact the Head of Department, Professor Anne Godlewska. Applications are to be sent to the Head of Department, Department of Geography, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6. Applications should include curriculum vitae, statements of current and prospective research interests and teaching experience or potential and no more than three off-prints. Applications should also supply information concerning any interruptions in their academic careers or other factors that may have affected their capacity to complete scholarly work. Letters from at least three referees should be sent directly to the address above. The deadline for receipt of applications, including letters of reference, is October 10, 2008, for decision in February 2009.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a collective agreement, the details of which are posted at www.qufa.ca.
Post Doctoral Researcher in Terrestrial Carbon Cycle Modelling Posted: September 5, 2008 Location: University of Edinburgh, Scotland We seek a post-doctoral researcher to join the carbon cycle theme of the UK National Centre for Earth Observation at the University of Edinburgh. Our objective is to improve understanding of key processes in C cycling by linking observations from eddy covariance towers, tall towers, aircraft and satellites to terrestrial C cycle models. Experience in parameter optimisation, model construction, calibration and application is essential, together with knowledge of biosphere-atmosphere interactions and terrestrial carbon cycling. Skills in the use of eddy flux data and remotely sensed data in regional modelling applications, and familiarity with data assimilation techniques would be particularly valuable. This will be a two year position initially, with a likelihood of extension, starting in October or soon after. Please contact Mathew Williams, School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh with a CV to register interest and for details on how to apply.
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Research Plant Physiologist
PhD Position Linking Physiological Forest Growth models with Remote Sensing
Posted: August 25, 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC., Canada The Integrated Remote Sensing Studio (IRSS) within UBC FRM is seeking a self motivated, enthusiastic PhD student to undertake research in physiological modelling and remote sensing. We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student to work on the application and development of a forest growth model, 3PG, intended to predict carbon stocks and timber supply. The position is part of research project funded by NSERC and supported by the Canadian Carbon Program (CCP).
The student will be supervised by Prof. Nicholas Coops, University of British Columbia (http://www.forestry.ubc.ca). In collaboration with Prof. Nicholas Coops, the applicant will apply the 3PG model, link and develop routines to incorporate innovative remote sensing technology, and investigate the impacts of current and future climate on forest growth rates throughout the Pacific Northwest region of North America.
Eligible Candidates: Eligible candidates can be from North America or elsewhere, however, preference will be given to Canadian students preferably with NSERC post-graduate awards. The applicant should have successfully completed a MSc and must have a background in either biology, forestry or geography. The applicant should have a strong interest in carbon cycle science and modelling and some ability to program computer code to facilitate assemblage of datasets and model development and implementation.
An annual Graduate Research Assistant Stipend will be available for 3 years. The current scholarship rate for Ph.D. student is approximately CDN $20,000/year including benefits. If the candidate does not have NSERC or similar funding they will be expected to be proactive in applying for awards if necessary. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, a copy of academic transcripts (including TOEFL score if international student) and the names/contact information for three references by email. Review of applications will begin on September 30th 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date will be January 2009 or as soon as possible.
For more information please contact Nicholas Coops (email preferred): Nicholas Coops, Canadian Research Chair in Remote Sensing Department of Forest Resource Management, 2424 Main Mall. University of British Columbia. Vancouver, BC., Canada V6T 1Z4 (W) 604 822 6452, Fax (604) 822-9106
Two Faculty Positions in Ecological Forecasting at The University of South Carolina
Posted: August 25, 2008 Location: University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina
Position1 SOUTH CAROLINA, COLUMBIA 29208. The University of South Carolina at Columbia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Ecological Forecasting and Conservation Biology. This position is part of the university's Faculty Excellence Initiative (FEI) program, and specifically designed to augment an interdisciplinary research group that forecasts ecological responses to climate change in coastal regions. Candidates will be expected to form strong research collaborations with other hires in this cluster in Geography, Computer Science and Engineering, and the School of the Environment as well as with existing faculty with strengths in this area. Related hires in this area include a boundary layer microclimatologist and a signal analysis specialist. For this position we seek a candidate with expertise in the areas of connectivity, biogeography and dispersal who can link both empirical and theoretical approaches to conservation biology. While the primary focus of our group is in marine ecosystems, we seek applicants with diverse interests and those with expertise outside of marine systems are encouraged to apply. To apply, send letter of application, statements of teaching and research, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three references to the address below. To receive full consideration applications must be received by October 15, 2008. Apply to Prof. Brian Helmuth, Department of Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208. For more information about the position, e-mail Dr. Helmuth; 803-777-2100 or visit http://www.biol.sc.edu. Position 2 SOUTH CAROLINA, COLUMBIA 29208. University of South Carolina. The Department of Geography invites applications by specialists in microclimatology for a tenure track assistant professor position to begin August 16, 2009. Required characteristics of the successful applicant include a PhD (in hand at time of appointment) in geography or a closely allied discipline, demonstrated excellence in research and teaching on moisture and energy fluxes in the boundary layer, and interests that complement and extend existing departmental strengths in environmental science, GIScience, nature-society studies, and human geography. The candidate should apply modeling and empirical approaches to boundary layer processes that influence flora and fauna, and experience in publication and grant acquisition.
The microclimatologist will join a department that offers bachelors, masters, and PhD programs in integrative geography. The department has excellent, recently renovated facilities that house several specialized activities including a Climate Laboratory, Biogeomorphology Laboratory, Hazards and Vulnerability Research Institute, and Center for GIS and Remote Sensing. This position in geography is part of the University's Faculty Excellence Initiative (FEI) program, and is specifically designed to build an interdisciplinary research group that forecasts ecological responses to climate change. The microclimatologist will be part of a three-person cluster hire within Geography, Biological Sciences, or Computer Science and Engineering. The two other positions include an ecologist with interest in issues of connectivity and conservation biology across biogeographic scales, and a signal analysis specialist in computer science, to ?translate? large scale environmental signals to the scale of an organism. This cluster hire is also designed to complement existing strength across campus investigating regional climate variability and change, biological climate models, and human dimensions of climate change. For full consideration by the search committee, applications must be received by October 1, 2008. To apply, send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three references to the address below. Apply to Prof. Greg Carbone, Microclimatology Search Committee, Department of Geography, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208; For additional information, visit our departmental web site at www.cas.sc.edu/geog or email Dr. Carbone; Voice 803-777-0682; fax 803-777-4972.
The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.
Post-doc: Land-Surface Hydrology Modeler
Posted: August 20, 2008 Location: University of Texas at Austin, Texas Duration: 1-2 years
The Land Environment and Atmospheric Dynamics Group at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, seeks a highly motivated candidate for a postdoctoral position in land surface hydrological modeling. The successful candidate is expected to work on the recently funded NASA IDS project (http://www.geo.utexas.edu/climate/coastal_zone.html). This full-time position is immediately available. The appointment is initially for one year and may be up to two years dependent upon performance, productivity, and availability of funding. Candidates must
The candidate needs to be interested in helping graduate students and working in a multi-disciplinary environment with researchers from different units on campus. Excellent FORTRAN programming and visualization skills, strong interest in mesoscale meteorological modeling (e.g., WRF), and excellent skills in using supercomputers (e.g., TACC's Lonestar) are added advantages.
Interested applicants should forward
Dr. Zong-Liang Yang Department of Geological Sciences, Jackson School of Geosciences 1 University Station #C1100 The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas 78712-0254 USA Voice: 512 471-3824 Fax: 512 471-9425
Postdoctoral Research Associate Posted: August 11, 2008 Location: University of Toledo, OH Salary: $37,000/Year Duration: 2 years Start date: Oct. 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter, position open until filled A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available at the Landscape Ecology and Ecosystem Science (LEES) Lab in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Toledo. This position is a grant-funded position, renewable for up to two years, and will reside at the Kellogg Biological Station of Michigan State University. The successful applicant will join an investigation of carbon balance in biofuel cropping systems as part of the Sustainability Research Program at the Department of Energy’s Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center . We will use the eddy covariance (EC) method as our primary tool in making intensive, continuous measurements of net exchange of carbon, water loss through evapotranspiration (ET), and energy balance at the six KBS-GLBRC “Scale-Up Fields”: switchgrass, restored prairie, and continuous corn fields (two replicates of each system). A doctoral degree in ecology, micrometeorology, soil, or natural science is required. We will begin review of applications on September 10, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter (including position title and job #), resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references to Dr. Jiquan.Chen@utoledo.edu. The University of Toledo is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.
PhD Student Researcher
Posted: August 11, 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC., Canada Start date: January, 2009 or as soon as possible
University of British Columbia Faculty of Forestry Department of Forest Resource Management (FRM) is seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student who will work in a remote sensing laboratory, designing and implementation of a network of optical sensors which will detect short term changes in stand photosynthesis. Research components include sensor design and construction, installation of a sensor network, analysis of the data, and integration of the observations with other structural information collected at the forest stands. The study will be a part of research project recently funded by NSERC and supported by the Canadian Carbon Program (CCP). The student will be supervised by Prof. Nicholas Coops University of British Columbia. Eligible Candidates:
It is critical the applicant has a background in either biology, forestry or geography and some ability to program computer code to facilitate data analysis, model development and implementation. An annual Graduate Research Assistant Stipend will be available for 3 years. The current scholarship rate for Ph.D. student is approximately CDN $20,000/year including benefits. If the candidate does not have NSERC or similar funding they will be expected to be proactive in applying for awards if necessary.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, a copy of academic transcripts (including TOEFL score if international student) and the names/contact information for three references by email. Review of applications will begin on September 30th 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date will be January 2009 or as soon as possible.
For more information please contact Nicholas Coops (email preferred): Canadian Research Chair in Remote Sensing Department of Forest Resource Management, 2424 Main Mall. University of British Columbia. Vancouver, BC., Canada V6T 1Z4 (W) 604 822 6452, (Fax) 604 822-9106
Post-doctoral Research in Chemical Sensor Development and Ocean Carbon Cycle Studies Posted: August 8, 2008 Location: Missoula, MT
Post-doctoral research in chemical sensor development and ocean carbon cycle studies in the Department of Chemistry, The University of Montana, Missoula, MT (USA). Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position in the laboratory of Professor Mike DeGrandpre. The project will focus on development of autonomous sensors for ocean carbon cycle studies. The successful candidate will also participate in data interpretation, data synthesis and publication of manuscripts based on previous and ongoing field programs. Up to three years of support is available. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in marine science, chemistry, or related field. Applicant’s CV, copies of recent publications, and a list of 3 references should be emailed to Mike DeGrandpre. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. See www.umt.edu/chemistry/faculty/degrandpre.htm for more information. UM is a AA/EOE/ADA/Veterans Preference employer.
Director, International Ocean Carbon Coordination Project
Posted: August 8, 2008 Location: Paris, France The International Ocean Carbon Coordination Project (www.ioccp.org) promotes the development of a global network of ocean carbon observations for research through technical coordination and communication services, international agreements on standards and methods, and advocacy and links to the global observing systems. The IOCCP is co-sponsored by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO and the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research. The IOCCP is seeking to appoint a director for the project, located at the IOC Secretariat in Paris, France. The director will be assisted by a Ph.D.-level consultant and an administrative assistant. The responsibilities of the director are to assist the IOCCP Scientific Steering Group in developing and implementing targeted workshops; fostering the development of international agreements on global observation strategies, data-sharing practices, and standards; facilitating data collection and syntheses; maintaining an international directory of ocean carbon observations; maintaining a communication network through web and email-based publications; maintaining the Ocean Acidification Network web-site; assisting with implementation of the Ocean in a High CO2 World symposium series; fund-raising and managing the project’s finances; representing the IOCCP at international meetings; reporting to the sponsors regularly; and responding to ocean carbon issues in UN conventions and other intergovernmental activities as requested by IOC Member States. For this post, we seek a candidate with a Ph.D. in chemical oceanography or closely related field with 7-10 years of experience, preferably with several years’ experience in program management at the international level. The candidate should have a good knowledge of current ocean carbon observation and research priorities, and have excellent IT skills, including web design. The candidate must be fluent in English and have excellent verbal and written skills, as well as very good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. International travel will be required. The initial appointment is for one year, starting in January 2009, and is renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and continued extra-budgetary funding. Starting salary will be approximately US$75,000, paid in euros, and is exempt from income tax. UNESCO offers an attractive benefits package including 30 days’ annual vacation, home travel, pension plan and medical insurance. Candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae along with full contact information for 3 professional references no later than 30 September 2008 to Dr. Maria Hood by email or mail (UNESCO – IOC, 1 Rue Miollis, Paris 75732 Cedex 15, France).
Two Postdoctorial Fellowships: Impacts of Climate on Vegetation Survival and Mortality in Southwestern United States
Posted: August 8, 2008 Location: Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM Postdoctoral fellowship 1: A postdoctoral position is available within the Earth and Environmental Sciences Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory to develop and apply a plant hydraulic and carbon metabolism model for simulation of vegetation physiology, survival and mortality across regional landscapes. The successful applicant will work within an interdisciplinary team of staff members, postdocs and graduate students focused on explaining patterns of vegetation survival and mortality in response to climate variability and on linking vegetation models with downscaled climate models for improved simulation of regional climate change. This project includes field, laboratory and model-based research on plant water relations, carbon balance and stable isotopes of carbon and water. The postdoc will work within LANL’s Ecohydrology group and will work closely with with LANL’s Climate Modeling group in Theoretical Division, the University of New Mexico (Prof. Will Pockman) and the University of Utah (Prof. John Sperry). Results from this work will be of value to fundamental understanding of plant biology and climate as well as for application to climate change simulations. Required skills include experience using numerical simulation models, demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed papers, effective written and oral communication skills, willingness to work in a team environment, and a Ph.D. pending or received within the last five years. Desired skills include knowledge of physiological or ecosystem ecology. Postdoctoral fellowship 2: A postdoctoral position is available within LANL's Theoretical Division to develop and apply a regional climate model of the Southwest United States (SWUS). The work will focus on the use of a high-resolution atmospheric model to characterize the regional aspect of anthropogenic climate change. Foci will include the characterization of the regional hydrologic cycle, the sensitivity of the regional hydrologic cycle to increasing greenhouse gases and the sensitivity of surface vegetation to changes in the regional hydrologic cycle. The work will include participation in a project-wide impacts analysis of regional climate change on vegetation survival and mortality throughout the SWUS. The successful applicant will work within an interdisciplinary team of staff members, postdocs and graduate students focused on improved simulation of regional climate change. The postdoc will work closely with members of LANL’s Climate Modeling group, members of LANL’s Earth and Environmental Sciences Division, the University of New Mexico and the National Center for Atmospheric Research. This project is primarily a modeling, simulation and analysis project with extensive use of observational data and experimental results for model development and validation. Required skills include experience developing and/or using numerical models of atmospheric dynamics, demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed papers, effective written and oral communication skills, willingness to work in a team environment, and a Ph.D. pending or received within the last five years. Desired skills include a background in mesoscale atmospheric dynamics, exposure to mesoscale atmosphere models, such as the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model, and working knowledge of FORTRAN, C or C++. Candidates may be considered for the prestigious Director's, Oppenheimer, Feynman or Reines Fellowships. For more information please contact Nate McDowell, http://climateresearch.lanl.gov/ or Todd Ringler, http://public.lanl.gov/ringler/ringler.html). To be considered for the position please send a resume and short statement of your future research goals to Dr.’s McDowell and Ringler.
Research Fellow (II/III) in Ecosystem/Land Surface Modeling
Posted: August 8, 2008 Review of applications will begin June 27, 2008 Location: Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University is seeking applications for a Research Fellow II/III position in Ecosystem/Land Surface Modeling. The successful candidate will be involved in the interdisciplinary research of coupled natural and human systems at various scales from local to regional to continental to global. The individual will work closely with a team of scientists to develop and implement an integrated regional Earth system model that couples models of terrestrial ecosystems, hydrology, land use/land cover change and global economy. Requirements include: (1) Ph.D. in climate/atmosphere science, ecosystem ecology, ecohydrology or earth system science or environmental sciences, or related fields, 2) research experience in terrestrial ecosystem/land surface/regional climate modeling, and ideally a background in land-climate interactions, carbon and water cycle studies, (3) programming in Fortran, C or C++, (4) good written and oral communication skills, (5) record of research publication in referred journals of high quality, (6) a demonstrated ability to function well within multidisciplinary teams. The individual will be also requested for participating in the development of research proposals. Postdoctoral experience in relevant fields is desired. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States. Salary will commensurate with training and experience. Refer to Requisition # 22691 and apply on-line at: http://www.auemployment.com on any computer with Internet access. If you need assistance, contact Auburn University's Department of Human Resources at (334) 844-4145. For additional information on the research fellow position, please contact Dr. Hanqin Tian. Internet access is also available through your local state employment office and public library. Review of applications will begin June 27, 2008. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.
Postdoctoral Position in Ecosystem Dynamics Research Group
Posted: July 29, 2008 Salary level: TV-L 13 (former BAT 2a) Duration: 1-2 years, can be extended for up to 3 years Start date: October 1st 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter, position open until filled
Postdoctoral position in Independent Junior Research Group Funded by the Emmy Noether Program of the German Science Foundation
Carbon dynamic of boreal and temperate peatlands The working group "Ecosystem Dynamics" at the University Greifswald, Germany, is currently studying the carbon dynamics (CO2, CH4 and DOC) of boreal peatlands in Finland and Russia , and a re-flooded peatland in NE Germany . We employ closed chamber and eddy covariance techniques for measuring vertical carbon fluxes on the microsite and ecosystem scales, respectively. A focus is set on the modeling of ecosystem carbon fluxes on the relevant temporal and spatial scales which is needed for balancing the present carbon budget of the peatlands and predicting their future changes under a warming climate.
The candidate is expected to participate in the planning, establishment and maintenance of new study sites in logistically difficult regions in Scandinavia and Russia. Field-work in remote areas of the Arctic and Subarctic, supervision of M.Sc. and Ph.D. students and publication of results in international peer-reviewed journals will be expected.
For more comprehensive information on our research group, please see: http://biogeo.botanik.uni-greifswald.de www.carbonorth.net
Your profile: Doctoral degree in a relevant field, e.g. Biology, Ecology, Micrometeorology, Physics, Landscape Ecology, Physical Geography. Excellent team-player, very good English skills, publication record, field-work experience. Comprehensive experience with eddy covariance and chamber techniques a plus, experience with computer programming (e.g. Matlab) a plus.
Additional qualifications: Experience in footprint modeling, gap-filling procedures, time series analyses and/or constructing (process-based and/or statistical) models. Language skills in Russian.
Your contact: Send your application (CV, publication record) until the 15. September 2008 as one pdf file to kutzbach (at) uni-greifswald.de Questions concerning the application to ibendorf (at)uni-greifswald.de
Suitable candidates might be required to provide two letters of recommendation.Applications of women are especially encouraged. Women will be hired preferentially, given similar level of experience and excellence, all other qualifications being equal (required by German law).
Postdoctoral position in the Department of Oceanography
Location: Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
The project focuses on carbon cycling off the Nova Scotian Coast and its controls by variability of the fresh water balance in upstream waters and of climate. We are seeking a candidate, preferably with experience in sea going research and with expertise in carbonate or stable oxygen isotope chemistry. Executive summary pdf. The position is up to 24 months and can be filled immediately.
Please contact Dr. H. Thomas for further information or application. Helmuth Thomas Canada Research Chair Dalhousie University Department of Oceanography 1355 Oxford Street Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada, B3H 4J1 email: helmuth thomas phone:+1-(902)-494-7177 fax: +1-(902)-494-3877
Ten Earth Science Postions [posted May 29, 2008]
Location: NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD
Ten Earth Scientist Positions: The Goddard Space Flight Center’s (GSFC) Earth sciences hiring needs are based on Agency and National strategic Earth science goals, as expressed in the recent National Research Council (NRC) Decadal Survey Report, the International Program for Climate Change (IPCC), the Climate Change Science Program (CCSP), and on a careful analysis of our current staff. In response to these analyses we need to immediately institute a program of hiring up to ten new science staff. These scientists will have an unparalleled opportunity to be involved in critical Earth science research that will define our understanding of our planet’s climate. http://earthsciences.gsfc.nasa.gov/
Department Head and Professor Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society, College of Forestry, Oregon State University [posted May 20, 2008]
Posting Number: 0002496
This is a tenured, full time, 12-month position. The Department Head will play a key role in shaping the culture and future of this new department. She or he will provide leadership in research, teaching, and extended education; administer the personnel, financial and physical resources of the Department; lead in coordinating teaching and departmental curricula, faculty and staff recruitment, budget and operational planning, and; represent the Department to stakeholders and donors. Requirements include: demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity; demonstrated strength in collaborative leadership; excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; strong administrative skills with experience in areas such as personnel management, budget management and fund-raising; earned Ph.D. and an international reputation for achievement meriting appointment as a tenured full professor; professional natural resources experience in science, education, management, policy, or other relevant arena; understanding of and commitment to the research, teaching, and extended education functions of a Land Grant University. Preferred qualifications include: a broad perspective arising from wide experience, including international or other geographically/culturally diverse experiences; commitment to and experience in collaborative, interdisciplinary research; demonstrated understanding of/experience with competitive grant-funding environment. To make a nomination or for more information about the position, contact: John Bliss, Search Committee Chair john.bliss@oregonstate.edu, phone: 541.737.4427. For the full announcement please visit the College of Forestry website at http://www.cof.orst.edu/. For questions on the application process, contact Jeannette Harper at jeannette.harper@oregonstate.edu, or by phone at 541-737-6554. Application procedure: To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted online by August 1, 2008. Qualified applicants are required to upload the following documents: 1) Curriculum vitae; 2) letter of interest specifically addressing all position qualifications; 3) names and contact information for five professional references that can provide a variety of perspectives on the applicant's relevant experience and performance (Other Document) at (http://jobs.oregonstate.edu) Posting #0002496
AmeriFlux Technical Analyst [posted May 20, 2008]
Position Number: 0002623 Rank: Faculty Research Assistant Location: Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon. Earliest Starting Date: August 15, 2008 For Full Consideration Apply By: August 1, 2008
Context: The AmeriFlux Science Chair seeks a technical analyst to support network activities in fulfillment of AmeriFlux goals. The Technical Analyst will assist the Science Chair in day-to-day activities that include production of technical reports and publications, workshop development, and contribution to network-wide syntheses. It is anticipated that this project will be funded through September 2010. AmeriFlux (http://public.ornl.gov/ameriflux/; www.fsl.orst.edu/terra) is a network of ~90 research sites in the Americas, where the goal is to quantify and understand processes controlling carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere. The network was established in 1996, and plays a key role in the North American Carbon Program of the US Carbon Cycle Science Program. There are 140 principal investigators, a Steering Committee, and Data Management team that contribute to the common goals of the network, as outlined in the strategic plan (see AmeriFlux web site). The Science Chair, funded by the US Department of Energy, is responsible for the science direction of the network, data quality, and synthesis activities, and supervises the site intercalibration and synthesis groups at Oregon State University.
Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for the following activities: (1) Contribute to the development of AmeriFlux guidelines; (2) Produce network-wide accomplishment reports; (3) Contribute to network-wide syntheses of data and peer-reviewed publications that address AmeriFlux science questions; (4) Assist analyses in support of the North American Carbon Program; (5) Assist logistics of annual AmeriFlux meeting and workshops; (6) Assist with various project management activities.
Required qualifications: Minimum of MS in Biogeosciences, such as Atmospheric Sciences, Biogeochemistry or Ecosystem Ecology. Experience analyzing micrometeorological data, programming, and graphical presentation of data using statistical packages (SPLUS, SigmaPlot, Matlab), outstanding oral and written communication skills in English, including authoring publications.
Desired qualification: Experience in the principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology, and/or atmospheric processes. Experience in aspects of producing research proposals to federal agencies, and working with complex budgets. Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Employment status, salary, and fringe benefits: Salary $33,288 - $41,004, depending on qualifications. Twelve-month, fixed-term, full-time position (1.0 FTE). Re-appointment is at the discretion of the Dean. Full-time annual salary rate commensurate with professional qualifications. Benefits include state retirement, group health, dental, life and disability, reduced tuition rates for employee or dependent at Oregon University Systems schools (restrictions apply), annual leave and sick leave.
For additional information: Contact Beverly Law, Search Committee Chair, Department of Forest Science, 328 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, 97331-5752. Email: bev.law@oregonstate.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact: Jeannette Harper, email: jeannette.harper@oregonstate.edu; phone: 541-737-6554.
Application procedure: To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted online by August 1, 2008 at : http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. Posting #0002623 Qualified applicants will be required to upload the following documents when applying:
CLIVAR Climate Prediction Applications Postdoctoral Program Host Institutions (CPAPP) [posted May 12, 2008] The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is pleased to announce the new US CLIVAR Climate Prediction Applications Postdoctoral Program (CPAPP). This program has been developed to encourage and build the pool of scientists qualified to transfer advances in climate science and climate prediction into climate-related decision frameworks and decision tools. (Refer to website at: http://www.vsp.ucar.edu/). As described in the program prospectus (in links above) the postdoctoral applicants vie for fellowships to research and develop tools that will apply climate prediction information to climate-impacted decisions. In each fellowship, the work is conducted under the specification and direction of institutional partners: a Climate-Science institution (hereafter CS partner) and a Decision-Making institution (hereafter DM partner). This announcement of opportunity is for such collaborating institutions that wish to host CPAPP fellows. A joint statement of intent, which is coordinated between the proposing CS and the DM partners, is required. This statement of intent serves as an application on the part of the institutional partners to participate in CPAPP and to host a postdoctoral fellow, starting work in mid-2009. Note that the DM partner is expected to cover approximately 50% (~$55K) of the cost of the postdoctoral researcher. The interests, or research themes, of the institutional partners will form the basis of the postdoctoral AO released in August 2008. The statements of intent will also inform the short-listed postdoctoral candidates about the research possibilities and working arrangements that exist for each project, and serve as an agreement on the terms and commitments of the participating institutions. For further information, please visit this web site where relevant background documents and the CPAPP Announcement can be found: http://www.vsp.ucar.edu/.
Research Scientist in Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems [posted 04/27/08]
Location: Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, California Closing Date: N/A
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, located in Pasadena, California invites applications for a full-time position in the field of Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems Research. The applicant will join a broad-based team of researchers in spanning model development and evaluation, analysis of spaceborne observations, and development of new remote sensing techniques.
Emphasis will be on the land component of the carbon cycle including assessing carbon sources and sinks through the use of data from the Orbiting Carbon Observatory in conjunction with supporting data on vegetation composition, structure and functional types provided by other sensors and the use of these data in terrestrial ecosystem carbon models and management applications. Applicants interested in studying ocean ecosystems are also encouraged to apply. Internal start-up funds including full salary support are expected to be available for up to three years, during which time the successful applicant is expected to develop an externally funded research program.
Applicants at the junior through senior career level are invited, although the successful applicant should have a Ph.D. with at least eight years of experience and an established reputation as evidenced by a significant record of peer-reviewed publications and research grant proposals and awards. The incumbent is expected to collaborate with other researchers, analyze and interpret data from an array of instruments, and participate in establishing the science foundation and requirements for future Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems space missions. Opportunities exist for developing collaborations with nearby universities such as the California Institute of Technology, University of California at Irvine, University of Southern California, and the University of California at Los Angeles through the recently established UCLA-JPL Joint Institute for Regional Earth System Science and Engineering focusing on observations and modeling of regional climate change/variability. Familiarity with the NASA Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems and Water Cycle, Climate Variability, and Modeling and Analysis Programs is desirable.
Enjoy a competitive salary and impressive benefits with the renowned leader in space exploration. If you'd like to discover new worlds with our innovative team, please apply online at: http://Careerlaunch.jpl.nasa.gov/ . (Job ID#6822) Applications will be reviewed as they are received. JPL is a Federally-Funded Research and Development Center operated by the California Institute of Technology for NASA. JPL/Caltech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Post-doctoral Research Associate in Ecophysiology
Location: Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon. Earliest Starting Date: May 1, 2008 For Full Consideration: Apply by April 11, 2008 Posting Number: 0002317
Context: The researcher will play a key role in acquiring, analyzing, and reporting long-term data on ecophysiological and soil processes contributing to ecosystem fluxes with a focus on the effects of climate and disturbance on carbon dynamics. The work will be conducted at three AmeriFlux sites in Oregon, the Metolius young and mature ponderosa pine sites on the east side of the Cascades, and the Marys River Douglas-fir site on the edge of the Coast Range, where emphasis is on comparisons of responses to water availability, management and fire.
AmeriFlux (http://public.ornl.gov/ameriflux/; www.fsl.orst.edu/terra) is a network of ~100 research sites in the Americas, where the goal is to quantify and understand processes controlling carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere. The network was established in 1996, and plays a key role in the North American Carbon Program of the US Carbon Cycle Science Program.
Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for the following activities: (1) Conduct field studies on physiological and soil processes contributing to carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange, with emphasis on annual carbon budgets in response to disturbance (fire, harvest), and coupled carbon-water cycling; (2) Analyze biological and ancillary data and integrate with micrometeorological data and models to understand processes influencing carbon, water and energy exchange; (3) Produce data sets for the AmeriFlux archive; (4) Produce peer-reviewed research publications and reports that address project objectives.
Required qualifications: PhD in Ecophysiology and related fields, such as Biogeochemistry or Ecosystem Ecology. Candidates will possess an understanding of physiological (photosynthesis, autotrophic respiration, transpiration) and soil processes (autotrophic and heterotrophic respiration). This includes demonstrated skill in related measurement techniques (sapflux and soil respiration systems, A-ci curves with LiCor 6400), programming data loggers, processing continuous data, and ecosystem scaling techniques. Substantiated knowledge and experience in programming languages (e.g. MatLab), and statistical analysis (SPLUS, R). Demonstrated ability to manipulate large data sets, write peer-reviewed papers and communicate fluently in English. Ability to work at heights on towers. Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of scientists. Valid driver’s license required for travel to field sites.
Desired qualifications: Additional skills in process modeling and geographical information system are a plus. Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Employment status, salary, and fringe benefits: Salary $42,000 - $44,404, depending on qualifications. Benefits include state retirement, group health, dental, life and disability, reduced tuition rates for employee or dependent at Oregon University Systems schools (restrictions apply), annual leave and sick leave.
For additional information: Contact Beverly Law, Professor, Department of Forest Science, 328 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, 97331-5752. Email: bev.law@oregonstate.edu. For information on the application process, contact Jeannette Harper at 541-737-6554. Email: jeannette.harper@oregonstate.edu.
Application procedure: Electronically submit materials at: http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. Posting 0002317. All materials must be received by April 23, 2008. For full consideration, applications must be received by April 11, 2008. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete file consists of:
Research Assistants / Post-Doctoral Researchers Location: Woods Hole Research Center, Massachusetts Deadline: April 18, 2008
The Woods Hole Research Center has positions open for Research Assistants and Postdoctoral Researchers with experience and responsibilities in remote sensing and programming to monitor and analyze land-use change and to model ecosystem responses to climate change. Job descriptions are posted at http://whrc.org/about_us/jobs.htm.
Biological Science Administrator (3 Program Director vacancies)
LOCATION: NSF, Arlington, VA OPEN PERIOD: Friday, January 25, 2008 to Friday, April 04, 2008 SALARY RANGE: 98,033.00 - 152,775.00 USD per year SERIES & GRADE: AD-0401,0408-04/04 POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent PROMOTION POTENTIAL: N/A DUTY LOCATIONS: WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute. JOB SUMMARY: What do camcorders, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Doppler radar, and the Internet have in common? Beyond enriching people’s lives, these innovations are the result of public investments in science and engineering made by the NSF.The Division of Environmental Biology (DEB) is seeking qualified candidates for permanent Program Directors in three of its clusters: Systematic Biology and Biodiversity Inventories, Population and Evolutionary Processes, and Ecosystem Science. DEB supports fundamental research on populations, species, communities, and ecosystems. Scientific emphases range across many evolutionary and ecological patterns and processes at all spatial and temporal scales. Areas of research include biodiversity, phylogenetic systematics, molecular evolution, life history evolution, natural selection, ecology, biogeography, ecosystem services, conservation biology, global change, and biogeochemical cycles. Research on origins, functions, relationships, interactions, and evolutionary history may incorporate field, laboratory, or collection-based approaches; observational or manipulative experiments; synthesis activities; as well as theoretical approaches involving analytical, statistical, or simulation modeling. More information about DEB can be found at http://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=DEB.
Location:Oregon State University Closing Date: March 14, 2008
Minimum Qualifications: Requires PhD or terminal degree and experience in the academic discipline/unit. Additional Required Qualifications: A PhD in Biogeosciences, such as Atmospheric Sciences, Biogeochemistry or Ecosystem Ecology. Candidates will possess an understanding of micrometeorology and eddy covariance flux measurements, and biological processes contributing to fluxes. Substantiated knowledge and experience in C++ or FORTRAN programming languages, and statistical analysis (e.g. SPLUS, MatLab), including geostatistics. Training and experience in geographic information systems (e.g. ArcGIS, Imagine). Demonstrated ability to handle extensive data sets, manage databases, write peer-reviewed papers and communicate fluently in English. Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of research scientists. Preferred Qualifications: Additional skills in geographical information system, and experience processing remote sensing data. Outstanding communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of research scientists. Position Duties:
Post-Doctoral Position in Integrative Terrestrial Carbon Cycle Studies Department of Meteorology
Location: The Pennsylvania State University Starting Date: April 1, 2008 Applications accepted : Until filled
A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Meteorology at the Pennsylvania State University. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research group co-led by Kenneth Davis and Klaus Keller at Penn State, and colleagues at the Universities of Minnesota and Montana. The main objectives of the research project are (i) to evaluate and improve the precision of diagnostic models of forestatmosphere carbon exchange using a multidisciplinary data set flux measurements, forest biometric data, and remote sensing of forest characteristics, and (ii) to develop new methods for the characterization of uncertainty in regional carbon flux estimates. Research will focus on northern temperate and boreal forests of North America. The successful candidate should have a strong background in one or more of the following areas: mathematics and statistics, terrestrial ecosystem modeling, Bayesian analysis, remote sensing of forest ecosystems, observational studies of the terrestrial carbon cycle, and/or climate sciences. Strong communications skills, ability to integrate knowledge across multiple disciplines, and ability to work with a disparate group of colleagues are essential. The initial appointment is for one year, with strong potential for continued support. The position is available as of 1 April, 2008 and will remain open until filled. The salary will be competitive, commensurate with experience, and will comply with Pennsylvania State University guidelines. To apply, please send a pdf file containing a curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three references, and a brief statement of research interests and long-term goals to Mrs. Linda Decker (ldecker @ eesi.psu.edu). Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.
Postdoctoral Position in Atmospheric Measurements
Location: Scripps Institution of Oceanography Closing Date: Unknown
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography is seeking qualified applicants for a postdoctoral scholar position to participate in research involving shipboard, airborne, and ground-based measurements of atmospheric composition related to the global carbon cycle. Expected activities include participation in a global-scale airborne survey of a suite of tracers including CO2, O2/N2 ratio, Ar/N2 ratio and isotopes of CO2. The survey will extend nearly from pole to pole, from the surface to the tropopause, and at several seasons. The successful applicant will work closely with scientists and engineers at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and National Center for Atmospheric Research on this project. The opportunity may additionally exist to participate in research to measure the CO2, O2, N2, Ar abundances and isotopic composition in surface seawater, using a recently developed shipboard mass spectrometer system. Overall duties are expected to include instrument development, field tests and deployments, data processing and analysis, modeling, and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates are sought with solid experimental background and sufficient knowledge of atmospheric and oceanic sciences to interpret the measurements in the context of global-scale processes and models. A Ph.D. degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required. Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to Ralph Keeling (rkeeling @ ucsd.edu).
Postdoctoral Position in Land Carbon Cycle Modelling
Location: Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research, Norway Closing Date: February 11, 2008
A postdoctoral position in land carbon cycle modelling is available at the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research (BCCR) from present through the end of year 2009. The candidate will work with a land vegetation carbon cycle module in the framework of the Bergen Climate Model (BCM) and contribute to interactive carbon-cycle climate future scenarios. The goal of the work is a quantification of carbon cycle climate feedbacks and an assessment of the uncertainties in respective predictions. The research activities are part of EU Integrated Project CARBOOCEAN (/www.carboocean.org), which is coordinated by the University of Bergen.
The potential candidate must have a Ph.D. in meteorology, geo-ecology, oceanography, physics, mathematics, biology or related disciplines. Interdisciplinary knowledge of the earth system including carbon cycle biogeochemistry, land surface processes, climate dynamics and numerical mathematics are expected. Ideally the candidate has experience with coupled Earth system models and the LPJ (v1.2) dynamical vegetation model and would be interested in the topics: (a) linking the terrestrial carbon and water cycles, and (b) improving soil carbon parameterisations, including permafrost/peat/wetland implementations. Experience in the programming language FORTRAN and the operating system UNIX must be available. The successful candidate will work in a lively interdisciplinary scientific environment and should have good team working skills. The salary for a postdoctoral researcher will be NOK 409,100 - per annum (approx. 51,000 - Euro). Unifob AS has employee pension and insurance agreement.
Application Procedure: Applications must be submitted in 3 copies, each with a complete overview of education and previous practice (CV), list of publications, certified copies of certificates and diplomas, as well as names and addresses of 2 scientific references. Applications should be forwarded to the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research, University of Bergen, Allégt. 55, NO-5007 Bergen, Norway, by 11 February 2008. Do not submit applications by e-mail. The application should be marked: "08/351".
More Information: http://www.bjerknes.uib.no/pages.asp?kat=6&id=1525&lang=2# Contact: Christoph Heinze, +47 55 58 98 44 (phone) or heinze @ gfi.uib.no
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Post Doctorate Research Associate Micrometeorologist/Biometeorologist for AmeriFlux Network
Location: Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon. Earliest Starting Date: February 1, 2008 Application Closing Date: January 15, 2008 Context: We invite applicants for a Post Doctorate Research Associate to ensure a high degree of QA/QC and consistency of AmeriFlux measurements among and within network sites, and to lead and participate in network-wide syntheses of data. AmeriFlux is a network of ~90 sites in the Americas where the goals are to investigate carbon dioxide, water and energy exchange between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere. The AmeriFlux objectives are to: 1) establish an infrastructure for guiding, collecting, synthesizing, and disseminating long-term measurements of CO 2, water, and energy exchange from a variety of ecosystems; 2) collect critical new information to help define the current global CO 2budget; 3) enable improved predictions of future concentrations of atmospheric CO 2; 4) enhance understanding of carbon fluxes, Net Ecosystem Production (NEP), and carbon sequestration in the terrestrial biosphere. Responsibilities: The incumbent will have primary responsibility to conduct comparisons of eddy covariance measurements made with a portable system and instruments at the AmeriFlux sites, analyze the data and act as a liaison between the OSU QA/QC research lab and the site Principal Investigators. In consultation with the AmeriFlux Science Chair and supporting Steering Group, this includes development of protocols and QA/QC of EC data and ancillary physical and micrometeorological measurements for interpreting NEE and associated flux properties and processes. The person will assist in organizing workshops and the annual AmeriFlux meeting, contribute to reports to the agency, and participate in synthesis publications deemed important to addressing network science questions. The incumbent will travel extensively throughout the summer months, setting up the portable system next to existing tower instruments and making measurements for short durations at sites, analyze the data and provide reports to the Principal Investigators. Required qualifications: The candidate must hold a PhD degree in biometeorology, micrometeorology, environmental physics, or similar field. Proven ability to conduct independent research, and to work as part of a scientific team. Experience in analysis, interpretation and synthesis of eddy covariance data. The candidate must also have demonstrated ability to work extensively thought the summer months at remote field sites with little or no supervision, and demonstrated ability to produce high quality publications. View posting for additional qualifications. Desired qualifications: Tower experience desirable. Preferred qualifications include a commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Employment conditions: Full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, fixed term faculty position with reappointment at the discretion of the Dean. Full-time annual salary starting at $44,004–$45,000 (U.S.) depending on experience and qualifications. Medical, dental, and life insurance group plans are available. For additional information: Contact Beverly Law, Search Committee Chair, Department of Forest Science, 328 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, 97331-5752. Email: bev.law @ oregonstate.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact: Jeannette Harper, email: jeannette.harper @ oregonstate.edu; phone: 541-737-6554. Application procedure: To view posting and apply go to http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. Posting #0001603 Qualified applicants will be required to upload the following documents when applying: 1) Curriculum vitae; 2) letter summarizing qualifications for this position; 3) names and contact information for three professional references; 4) examples of writing; and 5) official or unofficial transcripts of your college or university coursework.
Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and has a policy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Location: Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD or at the Goddard Institute for Space Studies in New York, NY Earliest Starting Date: Fall 2008 Closing Date for Fall start: February 15, 2008
The Goddard Earth Sciences and Technology Center (GEST) and the NASA Goddard Earth Sciences Division are seeking highly qualified Ph.D. scientists for collaboration in scientific research in one of the following research theme areas of the Division:
Selected candidates will be offered appointments as Goddard Visiting Fellows to pursue independent research in collaboration with scientists in the Laboratories within the Earth Sciences Division, and will have full access to NASA computing facilities and other resources at either the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD or at the Goddard Institute for Space Studies in New York, NY. This solicitation is aimed at university faculty interested in sabbatical arrangements and, in exceptional cases, post-doctoral candidates. Candidates will be selected, by competition, amongst the above theme areas of research but awards may not be made in all theme areas in any one competition year. Initial appointments are expected to be for periods up to one year with terms and exact start dates negotiable.
Send your current Curriculum Vitae and the names and email addresses of three professional references along with a brief proposal (maximum three pages) that contains a statement of research interests, expected contributions to NASA’s efforts, and your availability to:
Mrs. Valerie Casasanto, Program Coordinator Goddard Earth Science and Technology Center NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Mail Code 610.6 Greenbelt, MD 20771 ATTN: Goddard Visiting Fellows Program
Applications may be made at anytime of the year. Applicants wishing appointments to commence in Fall 2008 should apply by February 15, 2008 to be considered. All applications will be reviewed and selections made by April 1, 2008.
Applications from women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Selection is contingent upon obtaining Goddard security clearance and possessing appropriate visa status to meet requirements for employment.
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Postdoctoral Fellow, Spatial Analysis and Remote Sensing
Location: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI Earliest Starting Date: Open Application Closing Date: Open January 2008 until filled Description: Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in a NASA-sponsored project that will develop novel geostatistical algorithms for gap filling and uncertainty assessment of data produced by the Orbiting Carbon Observatory (OCO) satellite mission (http://oco.jpl.nasa.gov/). This project aims to produce the first full coverage maps of column integrated CO2 dry air mole fraction (XCO2) using data from this upcoming satellite. The resulting full-coverage maps of XCO2 will provide an opportunity for immediate and valuable use of OCO data, serve as an early detection system for anomalies or unexpected features in the XCO2 distribution, and provide independent validation datasets for carbon dioxide flux estimates and atmospheric transport models. The successful candidate will be based in the research group of Prof. Anna M. Michalak at The University of Michigan, but will also interact closely with investigators at The Ohio State University (Dr. Noel Cressie) and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (Dr. Amy Braverman). Applicants with expertise in geostatistics, spatial analysis, and/or atmospheric remote sensing are particularly encouraged to apply. Other areas of interest include inverse modeling, data mining, and environmental data assimilation. A more detailed description of the project is available at http://www.umich.edu/~amichala/CCS/postdoc. Applicants should send a single pdf file by e-mail to Professor Anna M. Michalak (amichala @ umich.edu) with the subject heading "NASA Carbon Cycle Science Postdoctoral Position." The application file should include a cover letter describing how this position fits with the applicant's research goals and expertise, curriculum vitae, names of three references, and scanned (p)reprints of one or two representative publications. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The start date is negotiable but should be no later than July 1, 2008. This fixed-term position is renewable for up to 3 years, based on satisfactory performance and continued funding availability. The University of Michigan is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The College is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
Micrometeorologist Quality Assurance Technician for AmeriFlux network
For questions regarding the application process, contact Jeannette Harper, jeannette.harper @ oregonstate.edu, or by phone at: 541-737-6554
Endowed Chair in Ecological Climatology
Location: University of Wyoming, Laramie, Wyoming Application Closing Date: December, 2007 until filled The Departments of Atmospheric Science and Renewable Resources at the University of Wyoming seek a distinguished scholar for the new Wyoming Excellence Chair in Ecological Climatology. This endowed position will be filled at the rank of associate or full professor. It is expected that the successful candidate will have an earned PhD degree in atmospheric science, ecology or in a closely related field, and should be eligible for appointment with tenure in the Department of Atmospheric Science. Candidates with an internationally recognized research program focused on processes controlling the land-atmosphere exchange of water, trace gases, aerosols, and/or energy are invited to apply. Preference will be given to those involved with measurements and their incorporation into climate models linking the atmosphere to terrestrial ecosystems. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program, advise graduate students, manage a research team, and develop courses such as climate-ecology interaction or climate change dynamics.
The position includes a very attractive start-up package and access to a suite of research facilities, including an NSF-supported King Air research aircraft (http://flights.uwyo.edu/), the Stable Isotope Facility (http://uwacadweb.uwyo.edu/sif/), the Environmental Simulation Laboratory, the W. M. Keck Aerosol Laboratory, and the Elk Mountain Observatory. In addition to the mostly observational research programs in atmospheric science and renewable resources, the University has a strong cross-disciplinary doctoral Program in Ecology (PiE, http://uwacadweb.uwyo.edu/PIE/) and is forging new ties with the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) through joint supercomputing endeavors. The successful candidate is expected to interact with faculty and students in PiE, and with NCAR scientists.
The position will be based in Laramie, a college town in a high-elevation valley between the Laramie and Medicine BowRanges of the Rocky Mountains, located some two hours northwest of Denver, Colorado. More information about the University and its regional setting is available at http://www.uwyo.edu.
Applications must include (a) a letter of interest, including a statement of research intentions, tools, and linkages, and a brief statement about teaching interests, (b) a list of the five most relevant publications, all publicly accessible, (c) the names and contact information for at least three references, and (d) a curriculum vitae. Applications may be mailed to: Ecoclim Search Committee, Dept. of Atmospheric Science, Dept. 3038, 1000 E. University Avenue, Laramie, WY 82071, USA. Email submissions are preferred: ecoclim @ uwyo.edu
For additional information, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Bart Geerts (geerts @ uwyo.edu, +1 307 766 2261).
The University of Wyoming is a Carnegie Foundation Research/Doctoral Extensive Institution, and adheres to the principles of equal employment opportunity and diversity and welcomes applications from qualified individuals, independent of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or political belief. We welcome applications from diverse groups, including women and people of color, and international candidates. Screening of applications will begin December 3, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.
Postdoctoral Position for Atmospheric Sciences
Location: Purdue Climate Change Research Center, Purdue University, Indiana Application Deadline: July 2007 until filled A postdoctoral position in greenhouse gas emissions modeling is available in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences/Purdue Climate Change Research Center at Purdue University . The successful candidate will contribute to the development of a high resolution fossil fuel CO2 emissions data product within a U.S. urban setting. This effort will combine air quality monitoring data, remote sensing products, geospatial statistics, and energy systems modeling. The appointments will be made for the period of 8/20/07 through 8/19/08 , with the possibility of an extension, depending upon available funding, for up to 2 years . Candidates must have received a PhD in the geosciences or related field, (e.g., urban planning, urban geography) within the past five years from an accredited college or university.
Necessary skills: working knowledge of remote sensing data products (e.g., LandSat, MODIS, etc), emissions data/ modeling, and database programming. Skills helpful but not required: knowledge of carbon cycle and fossil fuel-derived CO2 emissions, familiarity with GIS and visualization tools. The applicant will be expected to publish peer-reviewed journal articles and effectively communicate with a wide range of scientists, urban planners and city managers. For more information please contact Prof. Kevin Gurney at 765-427-8680 or via email at kgurney @ purdue.edu .
Applicants should send a cover letter describing their research experience and interests, a curriculum vita, and have three reference letters sent to (email or surface mail): Prof. Kevin Gurney, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Purdue University, 550 Stadium Mall Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47906. kgurney @ purdue.edu (email preferred)
Reviews will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Purdue University is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
January 1, 2008 Latest Start Date: Postdoctoral Position – University of Michigan Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in a project funded by NASA through the inter-agency North American Carbon Program (www.nacarbon.org). The project seeks to use remote-sensing and atmospheric data in a geostatistical inverse modeling framework to quantify the North-American surface fluxes of carbon dioxide at high spatial and temporal resolution. The successful candidate will be based at the University of Michigan, but will also interact closely with investigators at the University of Colorado, the NOAA-ESRL Global Monitoring Division, and the University of Waterloo. Applicants with expertise in the areas of atmospheric/biospheric carbon cycle modeling and remote sensing analysis of earth surface properties are particularly encouraged to apply. Other areas of interest include inverse modeling, geostatistics, and environmental data assimilation. A more detailed description of the position is available at http://www.umich.edu/~amichala/NACP/postdoc. Applicants should send a single pdf file by e-mail to Prof. Anna M. Michalak (amichala @ umich.edu) with the subject heading “NACP Postdoctoral Application.” The file should include an optional cover letter, curriculum vitae, names of three references, and scanned (p)reprints of one or two representative publications. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The start date is negotiable but should be no later than January 1, 2008. [posted March 2007]
September 2007 – Post-doctoral position in biometeorology at Oregon State University Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in biometeorology to conduct AmeriFlux network-wide syntheses on the sources or sinks of carbon dioxide and the factors regulating the carbon balance, including the influence of climate and disturbance on both carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange. The incumbent will be responsible for the following activities: (1) Synthesize and integrate comprehensive datasets on carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange, and biological data on carbon stocks and NEP to fulfill AmeriFlux network goals; (2) produce peer-reviewed publications that address AmeriFlux science questions; and (3) produce reports on AmeriFlux research highlights. Analyses include modeling and scaling exercises, and collaborative syntheses with the North American Carbon Program initiative and other research networks to enhance understanding of carbon cycling globally. It is anticipated that this project will be funded for the period of September 2007 to September 2010. Required qualifications include a PhD within the last 5 years in Biogeosciences, such as Atmospheric Sciences, Biogeochemistry or Ecosystem Ecology. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, including experience with the following: Substantiated knowledge and experience in C++ or FORTRAN programming languages, and statistical analysis (e.g. SPLUS, MatLab), including geostatistics, training and experience in geographic information systems (e.g. ArcGIS, Imagine), demonstrated ability to handle extensive data sets, manage databases, write peer-reviewed papers and communicate fluently in English. Desired experience in the principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology, and/or atmospheric processes. Training in the analysis of spatial datasets, and processing of remote sensing imagery is a plus. Salary $35,016 - $43,200, depending on qualifications.
For additional information: Contact Beverly Law, Search Committee Chair, Department of Forest Science, 328 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, 97331-5752. Email: bev.law @ oregonstate.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact: Jeannette Harper, email: jeannette.harper @ oregonstate.edu; phone: 541-737-6554.
September 30, 2007 Deadline – AmeriFlux Technical Analyst position at Oregon State University Applications are invited for a technical analyst to support network activities in fulfillment of AmeriFlux goals. Responsibilities include: (1) Contribute to the development of AmeriFlux guidelines; (2) Produce network-wide accomplishment reports; (3) Contribute to network-wide syntheses of data and peer-reviewed publications that address AmeriFlux science questions; (4) Assist analyses in support of the North American Carbon Program; (5) Assist logistics of annual AmeriFlux meeting and workshops; (6) Assist with various project management activities. Required qualifications: a minimum of MS within the last 5 years in Biogeosciences, such as Atmospheric Sciences, Biogeochemistry or Ecosystem Ecology. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, including experience with the following: Experience analyzing micrometeorological data, programming, and graphical presentation of data using statistical packages (SPLUS, SigmaPlot, Matlab), outstanding oral and written communication skills in English, including authoring publications. Desired experience in the principles of terrestrial ecosystem ecology, and/or atmospheric processes, aspects of producing research proposals to federal agencies, and working with complex budgets. Salary $33,288 - $41,004, depending on qualifications. It is anticipated that the project with be funded for the period of September 2007 to September 2010. For full consideration, all materials must be received by September 30, 2007.
July 2007 – until filled: Biogeochemistry, ecosystems, and climate research at Princeton University We invite applications for several postdoctoral or more experienced researcher positions involving model and data based studies of ocean, atmosphere, and terrestrial biogeochemical cycles with relevance to the carbon cycle, climate change, and the response of ocean life to climate change. Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to: Southern Ocean processes; use of observations and models to infer the spatial and temporal distribution of carbon sources and sinks; applications of satellite observations; and response of ocean biology to global warming, including fisheries. The successful candidates will join a vigorous interdisciplinary research group and will be able to take advantage of a wide range of related research at Princeton University and GFDL/NOAA.
Applicants are asked to send vitae, a statement of research experience and interests, and names of at least 3 references to Jorge Sarmiento c/o Laura Rossi (lrossi @ princeton.edu), Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Program, Princeton University, 300 Forrestal Road, Princeton, NJ 08540. We will begin reviewing applications as soon as they are received, and continue until the positions are filled. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Postdoctoral Position – Oregon State Research Associate (Postdoctoral), College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, Oregon State University. The responsibilities include but are not limited to working with an interdisciplinary team of researchers studying the delivery and oceanic fate of particulate organic carbon in small, mountainous river systems. The applicant will lead field efforts to sample the suspended particle load of coastal rivers in Oregon and California, assist in flood plain coring, perform advanced geochemical analyses (e.g., gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, stable isotope mass spectrometry) of suspended and flood-plain sediments, and analyze and integrate discharge data with the geochemical results. Requires a Ph.D. in surface hydrology or related disciplines, preferably with interests in river biogeochemistry. To access the position announcement and application instructions, go to http://oregonstate.edu/jobs, http://www.coas.oregonstate.edu/ or contact Miguel Goñi, (541)737-0578 (phone), (541)737-2064 (fax), mgoni @ coas.oregonstate.edu.[posted March 2007]
