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Type	Area of Interest	country	posted
Post-doc	Climate Change	Brazil	6-29-11
Post-doc	Terrestrial Paleoenvironment and Biogeochemistry	USA	6-29-11
Assistant professor	Forest and Soil Sciences	Austria	6-29-11
Post-doc	Ecology/Biodiversity	USA	6-29-11
Assoc. Director	Environment	USA	6-29-11
Post-doc	Land use, biofuels, and global biogeochemistry	Germany	6-29-11
Post-doc	Terrestrial Processes	USA	6-13-11
Post-doc	Global Ecology	USA	6-13-11
Coordinator	Carbon Cycle Program	USA	6-13-11
PhD fellowships	Global Biogeochemical Cycles	Germany	6-13-11
Scientist	Groundwater Hydrologist	USA	6-3-11
Deputy Assoc. Director	Dept of Interior	USA	6-3-11
Post-doc	Arctic Landscape	USA	6-3-11
Post-doc	Micrometeorologist/Biometeorologist	USA	6-3-11
Scientist	Plant Ecophysiology	Germany	6-3-11
Post-doc	Forest carbon dynamics	USA	6-3-11
Faculty	Water Science, Technology and Policy	Canada	5-20-11
Director	Biology/NEON	USA	5-20-11
Post-doc	Landscape Ecologist	USA	5-20-11
Post-doc	Biogeochemical processes in frozen soils	Sweden	5-20-11
Scientist	Marine and atmospheric observations	France	5-20-11
2 Post-docs	Earth System Sciences	USA	5-20-11
Post-doc	Arctic carbon, water and energy flux	USA	5-20-11
Post-doc	Ecosystem modeling	USA	5-9-11
Post-doc	Biogeochemistry - Soil Organic Matter Research	USA	5-9-11
Post-doc	Development of standard methodologies for eddy covariance flux measurements of CH4	Finland	5-9-11
Post-doc	Post-doc Modeling and analysis of phenological data	USA	5-9-11
Post-doc	Parameter Estimation in Complex Models	Germany	5-9-11
Post-doc	LC/LU Modeler	USA	5-9-11
Post-doc	Biogeochemistry - Soil Organic Matter Research	USA	5-9-11
Post-doc	Amazon forest land-use sustainability	Brazil	4-27-11
Post-doc	Ecosystem Modeler	USA	4-27-11
Multiple Post-docs and PhD Students	Climate-cryospheric interactions	Nordic Countries	4-27-11
Post-doc	Forests and Carbon Sequestration	USA	4-27-11
Post-doc	Isotope Ecology	USA	4-27-11
Post-doc	Plant physiological ecology	UK	4-27-11
Post-doc	Land data assimilation and/or hydrological applications of remote sensing	USA	4-27-11
Post-doc	Hydrometeorology and/or ecohydrology	Japan	3-31-11
Program Manager	Remote Sensing and Applications	USA	3-31-11
Senior University Lecturer	Climatology	Sweden	3-31-11
Post-doc	Interdisciplinary work with Terrestrial Carbon Cycling	USA	3-22-11
PhD student	Impacts of disturbance and land use change on the continental-scale carbon budget of North America	USA	3-22-11
PhD	Ecology and Policy	Switzerland	3-11-11
Post-doc	Biosphere-Atmosphere Surface Interactions	France	3-11-11
Scientist	Micrometeorology	Germany	3-11-11
Scientists	Ecology and Environmental Science	UK	3-11-11
Researcher	Biology	USA	3-11-11
Research Assistant	Ecosystem Ecology	USA	3-11-11
Post-doc	Ecosystems and Potential Future Climate Change in the Pacific Northwest	USA	3-11-11
Post-doc	Ecosystem model-data synthesis	Usa	3-11-11
Post-doc	NASA Remote Sensing	USA	2-21-11
Assoc. Senior Univ. Lecturer	Aquatic Carbon Cycling Modelling	Sweden	2-21-11
Director	Geophysical Institute	USA	2-21-11
PhD Student	Satellite remote sensing of atmospheric CO2 and CH4	Germany	2-21-11
PhD Student	Inverse modelling of sources and sinks of CO2 and CH4	Germany	2-21-11
Post-doc	Remote sensing of atmospheric CO2 and CH4	Germany	2-21-11
Director	Climate	USA	2-21-11
Assoc. Professor	Multiple	USA	2-21-11
Post-docs	Atmospheric Sciences	Australia	2-21-11
Post-doc	IIASA Global Change	USA	2-21-11
Secretariat Director	Earth Obsevations	Switzerland	2-21-11
Post-doc	Carbon Cycling in Soil	Finland	2-21-11
Technical Officer	Eddy Flux & Rainout Shelters	Australia	2-07-11
Team leader	Biometrics study	Southest Asia	2-07-11
Post-doc	Land use change associated with the deployment of biofuel crops	USA	2-07-11
Post-doc	Ecology and Modelling	USA	2-07-11
Post-doc	Physiological Ecology	USA	2-01-11
Programmer	Website support/development and scientific data management	USA	2-01-11
Research Assistant	Ecosystem Ecology	USA	2-01-11
Technician	Soil carbon and CO2 exchange in grazed pastures	New Zealand	2-01-11
PhD	Biometeorology	Germany	2-01-11
Assistant Professor	Biogeosciences	USA	2-01-11
Post-doc	Urban stream restoration and low-impact development	USA	2-01-11
Post-doc	Parameter estimation in complex models	Germany	2-01-11
Post-doc	Patterns and processes of human activities and associated movement of elements in urban ecosystems	USA	2-01-11
Post-doc	Ecology and Biogeochemistry of Biofuel Production	USA	2-01-11
Post-doc	Modelling Carbon Stores	Canada	2-01-11
Post-doc	Solar Energy Utilization	USA	1-10-11
MS or PhD	Nutrient co-limitation in northern hardwood forests	USA	1-10-11
Program coordinator	Sustainable management of California ecosystems	USA	1-10-11
Post-doc	Tracing population linkages of stream gobies in Hawaii using microchemistry	USA	1-10-11
Researcher	Ecosystem ecology	Sweden	1-10-11
Post-doc	Terrestrial Biogeochemistry	France	1-10-11
Post-doc	Terrestrial Biogeochemistry	USA	1-10-11
Post-doc	Permafrost Carbon	USA	1-10-11

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Post-doc Climate Change
Posted: June 29, 2011
Location: INPE (National Institute for Space Research) in Cachoeira Paulista, Sao Paulo

-Post-doctorate position on numerical modeling of climate change
-Funding Agency FAPESP, project No. 2008/58161-1
-Title of the project: Assessment of Impacts and Vulnerability to Climate Change in Brazil and Strategies for Adaptation Options
-Principal investigator: José A. Marengo
-Institution: Earth System Science Center CCST/ Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais

Summary:

The project offers a post-doctorate two-year position at INPE (National Institute for Space Research) in Cachoeira Paulista, Sao Paulo, to carry out research on regional climate modelling over South America using the Eta Model.

One of the objectives of the project is the enhancement of understanding of the impacts of climate change and identify the main regions potentially to be affected by climate change and the vulnerabilities of their populations in Brazil in the following sectors and systems: water resources, social aspects, weather related natural disasters and mega cities.

The candidates should have experience on atmospheric modeling (model development as performing runs and tests). The work will focus on the study of climate change over South America imposed by the IPCC and other global climate model future scenarios using the Eta Model - climate change version. The work will consist of high resolution Eta Model multi-decadal runs and include analyses of mean and extreme conditions in the present and future climates. Further information on the project can be found at http://www.ccst.inpe.br/ClimateChange_Fapesp

The candidates should send Curriculum Vitae, letters from two referees and a letter explaining the candidate’s interest in climate modelling research. These documents should be in PDF to Jose Marengo (jose.marengo@inpe.br) until July 10 2011. The current scholarship is R$ 5.028,00, (about US $ 3125) free of taxes. The candidates will be contacted for interview, which can be personally or through Skype.

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Postdoctoral Position in Terrestrial Paleoenvironment and Biogeochemistry
Posted: June 29, 2011
Kansas State University

A postdoctoral position is available to join a growing research group focused on interactions between biogeochemistry, paleoclimates, and climate change. The primary responsibility associated with this position is to conduct independent research on the biogeochemical consequences of Holocene climate change at the borders between grassland and forested ecosystems in Kansas and central North America. The minimum qualification is a doctoral degree in a relevant ecological, Earth, or environmental science. The ideal candidate would have a strong familiarity with Quaternary paleoecological data, skills in laboratory analysis of sediment, knowledge of nutrient cycling (particularly nitrogen), the implications of environmental change on ecosystem services, and experience with multivariate statistical methods. Experience with GIS, ecosystem models, and/or elemental analysis is also desirable. Specific duties include acquisition and analysis of paleoenvironmental data, presentation of research findings at professional meetings, collaboration with faculty, preparation of manuscripts, and mentoring and collaboration with diverse undergraduate and graduate students. This position will be based at the Department of Geography at Kansas State University. The position is for one year with the possibility of renewal. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications; benefits are included. To apply, applicants should send a CV, a cover letter including future research and career goals, and the names and contact information for three professional references as a single pdf to Dr. Kendra McLauchlan (mclauch@ksu.edu) with the subject line “postdoctoral position.” Review of applications will begin July 1, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. The start date is negotiable. A background check is required. Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks diversity among its employees.

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Assistant Professor
Posted: June 29, 2011
Location: Vienna, Austria

The department of Forest- and Soil Sciences invites applications for a Research Scientist faculty position
(Reference code: 62)
Extent of employment: 40 Hours per Week
Duration of employment: 01.08.2011 (or as soon as possible) – 31.07.2017 (ev. Prolongation to tenure track position)
Classification under the collective agreement, §49, of the university: B1 lit. b

Job Description
We are interested in soil processes which we address at ecosystem level as well as with recently developed tools (e.g. metaproteomics, SIP) in the laboratory. Research with focus on the nitrogen cycle and greenhouse gas emissions from soils in the team of Prof. Dr. Sophie Zechmeister-Boltenstern.
The work will include the installation of a new field site with automated instrumentation to measure nutrient budgets and Co2, CH4, H2O, Nox fluxes under climate change scenarios. It requires proactive involvement in planning and organisation of research and teaching at the Institute for Soil Science (practical courses, lectures and excursions: 4 hours per week). Supervision of students (bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees), visiting scientists and internships will be part of the job as well as administrative activities at the Institute of Soil Science.

Desired Qualifications
PhD in Environmental Sciences, Geosciences, Ecology, Agriculture, Forestry or similar PostDoc experience
Experience in soil ecology, microbiology, climate change, environmental field research
Publications in international peer reviewed journals
Teaching experience
Experience in project management and financial project administration
Experience in writing project proposals and acquiring research funding
Experience in oral presentation at international conferences
Excellent command of English, basic understanding of German
Experience in field work and handling of instrumentation

Optional Additional Qualifications
Education in soil science and soil microbiology
Experience in greenhouse gas measurement
Laboratory experience, field experience, electronic and mechanic skills
Readiness to learn German within the first year
IT-knowledge, experience in data management and statistical data analysis
Driving licence
Social skills and teamwork abilities
Self contained organization
Stress resilience, reliability, independence
Application must contain
CV including list of publications
One examplary publication
Letter of motivation
Two letters of recommendation

Date of publication: 20.05.2011
Closing date for applications: 26.06.2011

University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna intends to increase the proportion of its female personnel. Qualified women are therefore explicitly invited to submit applications. In the case of equal qualifications, women will be given preferential consideration for employment unless reasons specific to an individual male candidate tilt the balance in his favour.

Please send your job application to the department of human resources at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, 1190 Vienna, Peter-Jordan-Straße 70; E-Mail: kerstin.buchmueller@boku.ac.at. (reference code: 62)
We don't refund travel costs to the job candidates.
www.boku.ac.at
Vice rector of strategic development:
Univ.Doz. DI Dr. Georg Haberhauer, MBA

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Post-Doctoral Position in ECOLOGY/BIODIVERSITY
Posted: June 29, 2011
Location: University of New Mexico

The Department of Biology at the University of New Mexico is seeking applications for a post-doc position in ecology/biodiversity. The post doc will be expected to play a major role in a multi-investigator, multi- institutional project supported by a four-year NSF Macrosystems Ecology grant. The research will focus on metabolic processes underlying the major patterns or biodiversity, especially in pervasive temperature dependence and requires a demonstrated working knowledge of theory, mathematical and computer modeling skills.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in ecology or a related discipline.

Review begins with the first applications and continues until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter a curriculum vitae along with at least three phone numbers of references, three letters of recommendation and PDF’s of relevant preprints and publications to be sent directly to ecohire@unm.edu attn: James Brown. Application materials must be received by July 25, 2011, for best consideration.

Questions related to this posting may be directed to Dr. James Brown at ecohire@unm.edu or to Katherine Thannisch at kthannis@unm.edu.

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Associate Director
Posted: June 29, 2011
Location: Institute on the Environment (IonE), University of Minnesota

The Institute on the Environment (IonE) at the University of Minnesota is growing rapidly, and we are now searching for an Associate Director to help us take the Institute to the next level. The Associate Director will be a highly regarded academic leader responsible for managing and coordinating the Institute’s large portfolio of research and education programs, including efforts focused on renewable energy, global food security, freshwater sustainability, environmental communication, developing sustainable enterprise, social entrepreneurship, sustainability education and graduate leadership training. The Associate Director will also be working with our faculty fellows, postdoctoral scholars, graduate students, professional staff and external stakeholders / VIPs.

Attached is a detailed job description. You can also view the advertisement and apply on-line at: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=484362 We will start reviewing candidates on July 15th, and continue until a finalist is chosen.

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Post-doc Land use, biofuels, and global biogeochemistry
Posted: June 29, 2011
Location: Germany

Marie Curie Postdoc Position "Land use, biofuels, and global biogeochemistry" available

The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) is a German government-funded research institute addressing crucial scientific questions in the fields of global change, climate impacts and sustainable development (website: www.pik-potsdam.de). It is a member of the Leibniz Association, whose institutions perform fundamental and applied research on subjects of high relevance to society.

Within the Marie Curie ITN GRENCYCLESII, PIK is looking for applicants for the following research positions based in Potsdam, Germany:

T5.6 Land use, biofuels, and global biogeochemistry

An Experienced Researcher (PhD) to investigate the effects of the growing demand for land from the production of food crops and biofuels and its influence on the coupled Earth system, in particular the biogeochemical responses and their climatic consequences. This includes the development of a parameterisation of biofuel crops for the dynamic vegetation model LPJmL and the global land and water use model MAgPIE. The successful candidate will actively participate in network-wide workshops and training events.

The position is expected to start on 1 October 2011 and run for 24 months. Applications should arrive before 1.7.2011, but will be also accepted until the position is filled.

Interested candidates should send a CV, a half-page statement of interest, copies of your high-school and academic certificates and the names of two referees to Prof. Wolfgang Cramer, preferably by e-mail (Wolfgang.Cramer(at)pik-potsdam.de) or by post (Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, PF 60 12 03, 14412 Potsdam, Germany).

Please also attach the 1-3 most representative and valuable examples of your past scientific work (submitted manuscripts will be treated confidentially) and a completed Eligibility Form (http://www.greencycles.org/vacancies/).

Payment will be according to Marie Curie rules (http://ec.europa.eu/research/mariecurieactions/), including an allowance for transnational travel and mobility.

Researchers holding a PhD are eligible for this GREENCYCLES-II Post-Doc within their first five years of their career (including the time taken to obtain the PhD). At the start of their fellowship, researchers may not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc) in Germany for more than 12 months in the preceding 3 years. German nationals are eligible only if they have been active in research in a non-Associated Third Country for at least three of the last four years.

PIK seeks to increase the number of female scientists and encourages them to apply. Disabled persons with comparable qualifications receive preferential status.

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Post-doctoral Fellowship at JGCRI
Posted: June 13, 2011
Location: College Park, MD

Job Description

The Joint Global Change Research Institute, a collaborative research center of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the University of Maryland, has an opening for a Post-Doctoral researcher in global ecology, focusing on the biogeography of agricultural systems, to work with our integrated assessment and terrestrial ecosystem modeling teams in our College Park, MD office. JGCRI is a world leader in integrated assessment of climate change, and employs the best available science to inform decision makers including national and foreign governments and international organizations on the implications of climate stabilization policies, energy R&D strategies and global perspectives of land-use change.

The selected candidate will work with the Terrestrial Processes group at JGCRI on data and model development and application to further understanding of human interaction with land through agricultural practices and the future evolution of agricultural systems. The candidate will be responsible for investigating global agricultural practices, along with energy use and carbon stocks and fluxes associated with these practices. The candidate will be engaged in regional and global programs on carbon dynamics, economics, and land-use change. Results of the research will be directly relevant to issues of global crop production, bioenergy supply and demand, environmental and economic sustainability, land-use change, and carbon monitoring.

Work will be conducted with Dr. Tris West and a team of researchers working in fields of ecology, soil science, economics, and integrated assessment. Dr. West conducts research on national and global carbon fluxes associated with agricultural ecosystems. Current projects include research with satellite remote sensing, carbon accounting, biogeochemistry, energy production and use, and net emissions to the atmosphere influenced by human activities and land management.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years from an accredited college or university. All staff at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD in ecology, agronomy, geography or equivalent degree in the natural biophysical sciences is required. The position will require strong scientific research skills, database management, ability to communicate both orally and through publications. Quantitative skills in statistical analysis, GIS, and/or meta-analysis desired. An interest in interdisciplinary applied science is also necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.

Link to application process: http://www.globalchange.umd.edu/employment/

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Post-Doctoral Researcher in Global ecology
Posted: June 13, 2011
Location: Joint Global Change Research Institute, College Park, MD

Job ID: 300923
Directorate: Fundamental & Computational Sciences
Group: Terrestrial Processes & Adaptation
Website

Job Description

The Joint Global Change Research Institute, a collaborative research center of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the University of Maryland, has an opening for a Post-Doctoral researcher in global ecology, focusing on the biogeography of agricultural systems, to work with our integrated assessment and terrestrial ecosystem modeling teams in our College Park, MD office. JGCRI is a world leader in integrated assessment of climate change, and employs the best available science to inform decision makers ¿ including national and foreign governments and international organizations ¿ on the implications of climate stabilization policies, energy R&D strategies and global perspectives of land-use change.

The selected candidate will work with the Terrestrial Processes group at JGCRI on data and model development and application to further understanding of human interaction with land through agricultural practices and the future evolution of agricultural systems. The candidate will be responsible for investigating global agricultural practices, along with energy use and carbon stocks and fluxes associated with these practices. The candidate will be engaged in regional and global programs on carbon dynamics, economics, and land-use change. Results of the research will be directly relevant to issues of global crop production, bioenergy supply and demand, environmental and economic sustainability, land-use change, and carbon monitoring.

Work will be conducted with Dr. Tris West and a team of researchers working in fields of ecology, soil science, economics, and integrated assessment. Dr. West conducts research on national and global carbon fluxes associated with agricultural ecosystems. Current projects include research with satellite remote sensing, carbon accounting, biogeochemistry, energy production and use, and net emissions to the atmosphere influenced by human activities and land management.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years from an accredited college or university. All staff at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD in ecology, agronomy, geography or equivalent degree in the natural biophysical sciences is required. The position will require strong scientific research skills, database management, ability to communicate both orally and through publications. Quantitative skills in statistical analysis, GIS, and/or meta-analysis desired. An interest in interdisciplinary applied science is also necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.

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Carbon Cycle Program Specialist III
Posted: June 13, 2011
Location: Washington, D.C.

The Joint Office for Science Support (JOSS) with UCAR Community Programs (UPC) seeks an individual to represent the U.S. Carbon Cycle Science Program (U.S. CCSP) community to the Carbon Cycle Interagency Working Group (CCIWG) and to serve as a single point-of-contact. In this capacity, the coordinator will interact with the Chairperson(s) of the Carbon Cycle Interagency Working Group (CCIWG) to achieve program objectives and deliverables. The coordinator supports the U.S.CCSP in promoting program activities benefiting the scientific community under the broader U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) Strategic Plan and other initiatives of the U.S. CCSP. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN WASHINGTON, DC.

The overarching goal is to coordinate program activities of the U.S. CCSP among the science community and U.S. Federal agencies and to facilitate integration of carbon cycle research related to “A U.S. Carbon Cycle Science Plan” (1999, 2011). The U.S. CCSP plays an active role within U.S. and international programs. This individual will represent the science community in the U.S. CCSP and will provide support to the CCIWG Chairperson(s) in matters associated with the science activities of the U.S. CCSP, such as annual contributions and fiscal budgets, planning meetings and workshops and managing and supporting on-going science programs.

This individual will manage and maintain an up-to-date U.S. Carbon Cycle Science website which includes information about carbon cycle science programs for the community. Seeks out and posts relevant information and meeting announcements of interest to the community and will serve as single point-of-contact for the U.S. CCSP and interfaces with the public as needed. Represents the U.S. CCSP on carbon cycle science issues across related research and cross-cutting elements of USGCRP Strategic Plan. Remains cognizant of carbon cycle science to communicate significant new findings and the status of carbon programs and projects to the USGCRP NCO, to decision makers and to the public.

Finally, this individual will serve as liaison with major international programs on carbon cycle science, representing the U.S. CCSP and its activities in the U.S. and will provide official communication among the Global Carbon Project (GCP) Scientific Steering Committee and its relevant activities, such as the Regional Carbon Cycle Assessment and Processes (RECCAP). The U.S. CCSP office is an affiliated regional office of GCP.

Requires Masters Degree in a carbon cycle related field of science (e.g., ecology, environmental science, ecosystem biogeochemistry, or chemical-biological oceanography); with at least three years scientific research and/or project management experience. Must have knowledge of fundamental scientific/research concepts and techniques related to carbon cycle science, global change, climate change, ecology, oceanography and/or environmental science and familiarity with the carbon cycle science community and active research.

Requires ability to coordinate, prioritize and implement elements of multi-faceted tasks utilizing technical, analytical and management tools and advanced written and verbal communication skills. Must have knowledge of the latest technologies in preparing science presentations and posters for effective oral presentations, visual communications and electronic meetings as well as advanced skills in software applications, particularly Microsoft Office, and web tools and applications.

Must have ability to handle confidential/sensitive information by acting with integrity and exhibiting behavior that merits public trust and confidence and ability to travel nationally and internationally on occasions.

This is a term position through 9/3/2012, with possibility of extension. Partial relocation costs paid. View detailed job description at www.ucar.edu (jobs and opportunities/careers at UCAR). Initial consideration will be given to applications received prior to 7/1/2011. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis. Apply online (reference tracking code #11128). We value diversity. AA/EOE

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PhD fellowships for research on Global Biogeochemical Cycles
Posted: June 13, 2011
Location: Jena, Germany

The IMPRS-gBGC located in Jena, Germany, offers fellowships to outstanding students interested in research on biogeochemical cycles in the Earth system.
The school offers excellent research possibilities for students to obtain a PhD degree in a 3-years graduate program.

The elements key to life such as carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen are continuously exchanged among the land, ocean and atmosphere in what are known as global biogeochemical cycles. Research in the IMPRS discovers how these cycles function, how they are interconnected, and how they can change with climate or human activity. Students can choose research that combines field observations, laboratory methods development, manipulative experiments, and numerical modelling to tackle current questions in global biogeochemistry. Students will also benefit from a three-month external research visit, specialised courses in e.g. statistics, Earth observation, modelling and analytical techniques, as well as in soft skills.

Individual PhD projects deal with various aspects of global biogeochemical cycles:

Atmosphere:
Quantifying global carbon cycle processes using atmospheric carbonyl sulfide measurements
Ground based remote sensing of greenhouse gases
Quantitative network design for a greenhouse gas observing system

Biosphere & Ecosystems
One million years of carbonate alteration and mobilisation, modified by microbial activities
Carbon allocation and respiration in plants
Combining ecosystem fluxes with plant characteristics
Plant defense mechanisms in the context of general pattern of plant characteristics
Drivers of terrestrial carbon and water cycles across different time-scales
Combining remote sensing and in situ data for biosphere model improvement
Global functional classification of biogeochemical and biophysical ecosystem behavior
Towards an improved representation of ecosystem functioning in the modelling of interactions of climate with terrestrial biogeochemical cycles
Towards a quantification of uncertainties in modelling the interactions between the climate system and global biogeochemical cycles

Soils, soil microbiology & soil hydrology:
Role of geogenic CO2-exhausts for the formation and stability of soil organic matter
Interactions between polysaccharides and mineral surfaces
Effect of biodiversity on soil organic matter storage
Isotopomics- look in the dark

Paleoclimate:
Transfer of environmental and climatic signals into maar lake sediments
Learning from the past - multi-proxy approach to reconstructing late Quaternary Monsoon dynamics on the Tibetan plateau
Unraveling monsoon dynamics on the Tibetan Plateau using lake sediments

We are currently accepting applications for PhD scholarships.

Please apply online at blockedhttp://www.imprs-gbgc.de

On this site, you will also find details on the IMPRS program, examples of research projects, the application procedure, and information on living in Jena (a dynamic city of science in beautiful landscape).

The online application closes on July 15, 2011. Successful applicants are expected to join us in autumn/winter 2011 and will be offered financial support of roughly 1100 Euros/month to cover their basic living expenses. There are no tuition fees. Handicapped persons with comparable qualifications receive preferential status.

Applications for the program are open to well-motivated and highly-qualified students from all countries. A prerequisite is a diploma or master of science degree in geophysical sciences, environmental sciences, biological sciences, physics, chemistry, computer sciences or related fields, including a corresponding thesis. Proficiency in English is required since English is the official language of the program.

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Groundwater Hydrologist
Posted: June 3, 2011
Location: Boulder, CO

Overview

The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a $430 million dollar observatory project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. For the next three decades NEON will collect a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems. NEON will use cutting edge technology including an airborne observation platform that will capture images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews who will observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil and water data. A leading edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information. The Observatory will grow to 300+ personnel and will be the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales.

Summary:
The Groundwater Hydrologist will be part of the Aquatic Team that is responsible for developing a national program to assess physical, chemical, and biological changes in streams and lakes over 30 years. The Hydrologist will design groundwater wells for water quality monitoring; oversee well construction and sensor installation; review/revise science measurements; document field procedures; document data product procedures; train personnel; and perform data QA/QC in order to produce high quality data products for the research, education, and decision making communities.

Specifically, the Groundwater Hydrologist is responsible for designing, documenting, and overseeing construction of shallow, subsurface water quality monitoring wells (e.g. groundwater wells) at NEON aquatic sites. The purpose of the wells is to define and track regional flowpaths and inputs in the location of an Aquatic site. NEON Aquatic sites include small wadeable streams, large navigable rivers, and small lakes throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico – sites span a gradient of environmental conditions: extreme low-flows to tropical-flood cycles; sand to bedrock lithologies. The Groundwater Hydrologist will be responsible for developing and documenting site specific designs for well installations and locations at each site; defining and meeting site specific regulations for well construction; overseeing installation of wells; and documenting well files for each site. At each NEON site, up to 8 shallow subsurface wells will be distributed throughout a defined reach along streams or lakes. Wells are to be constructed using minimally invasive technology and are thus small wells for monitoring quality and quantity of subsurface flows.

In addition, the Groundwater Hydrologist will document sensor maintenance and field-calibration plans for a groundwater well multisonde, in collaboration with NEON’s Engineering and Calibration (CVAL) Teams. This position is not responsible for power or communication designs to the well sensor, but may collaborate with the NEON Engineering Team to optimize these aspects of the work. This position will also develop, document and implement detailed designs and analytical protocols for groundwater sampling, in conjunction with the Aquatic Biogeochemist. The Hydrologist will also develop and document groundwater well related data products (e.g. sensor drift statistics; data QA, gap-filling and correction; algorithms for high level data products). The Groundwater Hydrologist will work with an interdisciplinary team of ecologists, mechanical and electrical engineers, computing engineers, and other scientists to design, develop, test, and implement statistically valid protocols to produce data products that will enable researchers to investigate the impact of climate change, land-use change, invasive species, and unsustainable water use on freshwater ecosystems of North America.
The Groundwater Hydrologist will be expected to produce reports and publications of NEON designs, procedures, and protocols and is encouraged to collaborate with the research community to investigate continental scale ecology.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Design groundwater well installations for all NEON Aquatic sites
· Coordinate and oversee all aspects of construction of groundwater wells
· Document groundwater well installations in well files
· Document sensor maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs) for an in situ groundwater well multisonde and water sample collection
· Collaborate with the NEON Calibration (CVAL) Team to define sensor field and lab calibration procedures
· Co-develop and implement data QA/QC, gap-filling, and correction plans.
· Travel to NEON sites as part of the design effort and to oversee construction efforts.
· Co-develop sampling and sensor maintenance training program for field crews.
· Participate in the larger NEON science community, including participating in independent research and collaborations and attending meetings/conferences.
Education:

· MSc in hydrology or related engineering field AND 5+ years of experience installing and maintaining groundwater wells in freshwater systems of North America.

or

· BSc in hydrology or related engineering field AND 10+ years of experience installing and maintaining groundwater wells in freshwater systems of North America.

Required Experience:

· Specialization in a groundwater hydrology with emphasis on environmental monitoring of freshwater systems or the role of groundwater in surface water chemistry.

· Qualified candidates will have demonstrated experience working in freshwater ecosystems of North America.
· Significant experience designing and constructing groundwater well installations for long-term quality monitoring.
· Significant hands-on experience with construction and decommissioning of groundwater wells.
· Field-based experience maintaining and calibrating sensors used in freshwater ecosystems.
· Demonstrated experience quality checking, correcting, and verifying data from in-situ sensors, including defining and correcting sensor drift.
· Significant field experience working in streams and lakes of North America.
· Demonstrated experience working with detailed, engineer-level plans and blueprints.
· Demonstrated ability to write technical and scientific documents.
· Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative scientific and engineering enterprise.
· Experience communicating in oral and written formats in a professional environment.
· Experience working with federal and state agencies and NGO’s.
Preferred Experience:

· Experience with sensor installations in large, navigable rivers and in small lakes is preferred but not required.

· Experience with CAD or other blueprint software.

· Working knowledge of stream ecological function preferred.

· Knowledge of freshwater chemistry dynamics of streams and lakes preferred.

Skills and Abilities:
· Ability to document engineering and science specifications and plans
· Ability to read/review CAD or other blueprint documents
· Ability to write and review science documents
· Strong knowledge of sensor data assessment procedures and best practices
· Strong knowledge of statistical design and analyses
· Ability to communicate and work effectively both independently and as part of science and engineering teams
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Undertake responsibilities beyond those associated with individual projects
· Travel to domains at least 4x/year
Physical Abilities:
· The candidate may be exposed to conditions in the field, and therefore must be able to traverse uneven ground such as dirt banks, stream beds, and shallow ponds carrying equipment and materials up to 40 lbs.
Apply to www.neoninc.org
Review of applications will begin 15 June 2011.
NEON Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply.

ESA Biogeosciences Listserv: esabiogeoscience@gmail.com
ESA Biogeosciences Website: http://www.esa.org/biogeosciences/

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Deputy Associate Director - Supervisory Physical Scientist
Posted: June 3, 2011
Location: Reston, VA

Job Title: Supervisory Physical Scientist (Deputy Associate Director), GS-1301-15, MP-MP
Department: Department Of The Interior
Agency: U.S. Geological Survey
Sub Agency: US Geological Survey

Job Announcement Number: ATL-2011-0511

SALARY RANGE: $123,758.00 - $155,500.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, May 11, 2011 to Friday, June 10, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1301-15/15
POSITION INFORMATION: Permanent, Full-Time
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 15
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: Reston, VA
ESA Biogeosciences Listserv: esabiogeoscience@gmail.com
ESA Biogeosciences Website: http://www.esa.org/biogeosciences/

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Postdoctoral Scientist – Arctic Landscape
Posted: June 3, 2011
Location: Woods Hole, Massachusetts and Toolik Field Station, Alaska,

Summary: A new NSF funded project on Carbon, Water, and Energy Balance of the Arctic Landscape will begin at the Ecosystems Center in 2012. The project will include one new postdoctoral position with an anticipated start date of January 3, 2012 or shortly thereafter.

Additional Information: The long-term goal of this research is to build a regional model of the carbon, water, and energy balance for the North Slope of Alaska in relation to increased fire frequency and climate change. Over the next three years the project will have two core aims:

1. Improve understanding of the recovery of arctic tundra following fire. Field campaigns will assess the carbon, water and energy budgets for fire scars of differing age and in differing arctic landscapes using portable eddy covariance towers and intensive field sampling.

2. Develop post-fire successional models of nutrients, and carbon and energy exchange in arctic tundra, integrate the field data into these models using data assimilation techniques, and use the models in conjunction with remote sensing and GIS data to scale predictions across the North Slope under different fire regimes and changing climate.

The postdoctoral associate will be expected to play a significant role in defining the specific spatial modeling approaches to be used, remote sensing and GIS analysis, data assimilation, and model application. Long-term collaborations with other arctic scientists, with international and PanArctic synthesis programs, and with the LTER network will provide additional opportunities. The project will be based at the Ecosystems Center in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, during each winter but will include extensive field research at Toolik Field Station, Alaska, and other arctic sites, in 2012-2014.

Education: Candidates must have a PhD in Ecology or related field.

ESA Biogeosciences Listserv: esabiogeoscience@gmail.com
ESA Biogeosciences Website: http://www.esa.org/biogeosciences/

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Post-doc Micrometeorologist/Biometeorologist for AmeriFlux Network
Posted: June 3, 2011
Location: Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon.

Posting Number: 0007427

Earliest Starting Date: July 1, 2011
Application Closing Date: June 30, 2011
Position summary: 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 CO2, water, and energy exchange from a variety of ecosystems; 2) collect critical new information to help define the current global CO2 budget; 3) enable improved predictions of future concentrations of atmospheric CO2; 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 report results to the agency, and at the annual AmeriFlux meeting, and lead or participate in synthesis publications deemed important to addressing network science questions. The incumbent will travel extensively through 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.
Preferred qualifications: Tower experience desirable. A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. View posting for additional preferred qualifications.
Employment conditions: Full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, fixed term faculty position with reappointment at the discretion of the Department Head. Full-time annual salary commensurate with education and experience. 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: When applying, qualified applicants will be required to upload 1) letter summarizing qualifications for the position (upload to Cover Letter); 2) curriculum vitae (upload to Resume/Vita), 3) up to two examples of your senior authored publications (upload to Other Document1 and/or Other Document 2 if needed); 4) unofficial copies of transcripts of university work (upload to Transcripts); and 5) name, address, telephone number, and email address of 3 references (upload to Optional Other Document if not included with cover letter or resume) by June 30, 2011. http://oregonstate.edu/jobs by June 30, 2011. Posting Number: 0007427

Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Scientist in the area of plant ecophysiology
Posted: June 3, 2011
Location: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and its Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research - Atmospheric Environmental Research (KIT/IMK-IFU) in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, invites applications to the open position of Scientist, in the area of plant ecophysiology and linking observations and mathematical modelling

Main tasks will include to design and conduct studies in the field of plant-atmosphere interactions, making use of the institute's experimental greenhouse facility, and field experimental sites. Questions to be addressed include the effects of environmental changes and multiple stress on plant and vegetation growth patterns, and trace gas emission or uptake (e.g., plant carbon, water and nitrogen balance, BVOC emissions, O3 deposition, etc), and how these processes interact with soil and atmospheric processes. A strong focus lies on the quantitative understanding of the underlying mechanisms and on using the experimentally derived knowledge for development and testing of vegetation models. The researcher will be placed in the institute's plant-atmosphere group and establish her/his research programme jointly with the group leader. She/he will have access to a state-of-the art stable isoptope facility. The work will be supported by a technician and isotope engineer.

We offer a position in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative research environment with excellent research infrastructure and support, well connected to national and international programs. Salary and benefits will be based on the Collective Agreement for the German Public Service Sector. Appointment will be initially for a period of two years, but with the possibility of extension. For further information, see: <blockedhttp://imk-ifu.kit.edu/jobs.php>

Professional requirements: Ph.D./Doctorate in natural/environmental science and a proven research track-record in vegetation-atmosphere interactions, as documented by publications in international journals. Documented expertise in using isotopic techniques in environmental research will be considered an advantage, as will be successful grantmanship or active participation in cross-disciplinary international research projects.

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is the fusion of the former University of Karlsruhe and the Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe. This makes KIT a unique institution in Germany, combining the missions of a university and that of a national research centre in the Helmholtz-Association. With a staff of 8000 and an annual budget of EUR 650 Mio., KIT ranks among the largest institutions of research and higher learning worldwide.

Enquiries and applications with the usual documentation (curriculum vitae, certificates, list of publications, short outline of research ideas, and the contact information for two professional referees) shall be addressed to

Prof. Hans Peter Schmid, Director;
Atmospheric Environmental Research;
Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research;
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT/IMK-IFU);
Kreuzeckbahnstr. 19;
82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany.
E-mail: HaPe.Schmid(at)kit.edu;
www.imk-ifu.kit.edu

Applications received by 30 June 2011 will receive full consideration.

KIT strives to achieve gender balance at all levels of employment. We therefore particularly encourage female candidates to apply for this position. With appropriate qualifications, applications from persons with handicaps will be treated with preference.

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Postdoctoral Fellow in forest carbon dynamics
Posted: June 3, 2011
Location: University of Florida, Gainesville, Department of Biology

This project contributes to the development of a new individual-based forest ecosystem dynamics model designed to study the response of forests to climate change, natural disturbance, forest management, and elevated CO2 in an Earth System modeling framework. The new forest model will merge the Perfect Plasticity Approximation (PPA) forest model (recently developed in Steve Pacala’s lab at Princeton University) with the NOAA Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL) LM3V land model, the terrestrial component of the GFDL Earth System Model ESM2.1. This is a collaborative effort involving partners at the University of Florida, Princeton University, and the US Forest Service Northern Research Station.

The model is currently being developed for the coterminous US and will provide a template for future global applications. Model development includes implementing the PPA algorithm in LM3V, organizing and analyzing data sets that could constrain processes in the model across a range of spatial and temporal scales, and building on existing algorithms for model-data synthesis. Key data sources include the Ameriflux network of eddy covariance towers, forest inventory data, and plant trait databases. The successful candidate will work with collaborators to develop an overall work plan for the research team, as well as identify key contributions to personally implement and publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals. These contributions could include, but are not limited to:
(1) Developing a prototype of the new forest model for a single US forest type. This effort will provide a template for future applications at broader geographic scales, and will address regional questions related to the response of carbon cycling and forest species composition to global change.
(2) Developing a high spatial resolution version of the existing LM3V model for the US, which will facilitate deployment of the new forest model at the US-scale. Important questions that can be addressed with this intermediate product include the impact of historical disturbances due to fire, insect outbreaks, and wind storms on the carbon balance of US forests. USFS collaborators are actively developing the relevant datasets on historical disturbance.
(3) Testing and improving the response of the PPA forest model to natural disturbance and forest management across a range of US forest types. This research program will further our understanding of how disturbance affects the diversity and species composition of natural and managed forests.

Supervisor: Jeremy Lichstein (http://biology.ufl.edu/People/faculty/jlichstein.aspx)

For a detailed description of the project, send an email to jlichstein@ufl.edu with subject FOREST POSTDOC INFO.

Qualifications:
PhD in ecology, forestry, plant physiology, geosciences, atmospheric sciences, applied mathematics, or related field; strong quantitative and writing skills. Preference will be given to applicants with (1) research experience in forest ecology or the carbon cycle; and (2) strong mathematical, statistical, and computational skills (i.e., proficiency with one or more scientific programming languages, such as C, FORTRAN, or R). Applicants who lack these qualifications should explain in a cover letter their motivation for transitioning to forest ecosystem modeling research.

The preferred start date is September 2011, but there is some flexibility.
Appointment length: two years
Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

To Apply:
Email a single PDF including (1) 1-2 page statement of research interests and goals; (2) CV; and (3) contact information for three references to Jeremy Lichstein (jlichstein@ufl.edu) with subject FOREST POSTDOC APPLIC. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.

Minorities, women and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution.

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Faculty Positions in Water Science, Technology and Policy
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: University of Waterloo Canada

Water is our most precious natural resource. With over 100 faculty members engaged in key areas of water research, education, technology development and outreach, University of Waterloo is a world leader in addressing emerging water quality and availability issues. The Water Institute (www.water.uwaterloo.ca) was recently formed to enhance the interdisciplinary character and excellence of both the research and teaching programs in water, and the university was recently awarded the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Ecohydrology (www.cerc.gc.ca).

Building on these developments, the University of Waterloo plans to further increase its capacity and reach in the area of water by seeking applications for tenure stream faculty positions in the following three, broadly-­‐defined areas: 1. Geomicrobiology or biogeochemistry of continental hydrosystems; 2. Hydroecological modeling; 3. Water resource management and governance from a social science perspective.

Candidates must hold a PhD degree in a relevant discipline, have a demonstrated track record of independent research, and be committed to undergraduate and graduate teaching. We are particularly interested in individuals who will establish novel research programs that bridge traditional disciplines. Preference will be given to candidates at the assistant professor level but exceptional candidates at all ranks will be considered.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statements summarizing their research and teaching interests, including potential areas of collaborations with University of Waterloo faculty, and names of three references to waterfacultysearch@uwaterloo.ca.

Candidates should clearly identify to which of the above positions they are applying. Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2011, but the searches will continue until the positions are filled. For further information on the positions, contact Dr. Robert Gillham, Associate Director, Water Institute (rwgillha@uwaterloo.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. University of Waterloo is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities

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Director of Biology/NEON PROJECT SCIENTIST
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: Boulder, Colorado

NEON, Inc. is an independent 501(c)(3) corporation created to manage large-scale ecological observing systems and experiments on behalf of the scientific community. The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a large facility project managed by NEON, Inc. and funded by the National Science Foundation. NEON’s goal is to contribute to global understanding and decisions in a changing environment using scientific information about continental-scale ecology obtained through integrated observations and experiments. It is in the process of creating a new national observatory network to collect ecological and climatic observations across the continental United States, including Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The observatory network will be the first of its kind designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales over multiple decades. NEON is the first Major Research Equipment and Facilities Construction (MREFC) project that supports ecological science, with the objective of transforming ecological science at the continental scale. The data NEON collects and provides will focus on how land use, climate change and invasive species affect biodiversity, disease ecology, and ecosystem services. Obtaining integrated data on these relationships over a long-term period is crucial to improving forecast models and resource management for environmental change. These data and information products will be readily available to scientists, educators, students, decision makers, and the public. This will allow a wide audience to use NEON tools to understand and address ecological questions and issues. The NEON infrastructure is a means of enabling transformational science and promoting broad ecological literacy. The Director of Biology/NEON Project Scientist will be an integral member of the leadership team, participating in strategic decision making and responsible for a multi-million dollar budget. For additional information about NEON and NEON, Inc., please view: www.neoninc.org.

Responsibilities;
Reporting to the Project Manager, with a dotted line reporting to the Chief Science Officer on fundamental science issues, the Project Scientist is responsible for the day-to-day management of the science product teams assuring the quality of science and meeting schedules, budgets and the production of work products.
Coordinates the design, development and implementation of the scientific activities of the Project and assures the overall scientific integrity of the information and facilities produced by the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON). Serves as the primary contact between the NEON project and its various scientific constituencies including NEON’s domain science advisory committees and technical working groups. S/he will represent NEON science through coordination of external advisory structures and interfaces to the national NEON community through organization of science meetings and forums, fostering scientific collaboration between the various NEON stakeholders, and consulting widely with the user community on NEON policies where related to science. Facilitates scientific partnerships between the NEON project, government agencies (e.g., EPA, USDA, DoI, NOAA, DoE, USGS), and other national and international partners. S/he is responsible for stewardship of the external partnerships needed to develop and review NEON’s science products. Defines and maintains the top-level scientific requirements and scope of the project. S/he will establish the hierarchy of scientific requirements for the NEON system, working in conjunction with Product Team Leaders. Manages and coordinates the verification of NEON science requirements, ensuring that all data adheres to NEON standards; reviews and interprets test results, conducting scientific trade studies of alternative solutions to problems. Requirements: Strong program management experience to include leading and managing large and interdisciplinary teams of scientists, as well as coordinating the design, development, and implementation of multiple, diverse projects and the teams of scientists supporting them. Strong interpersonal/communication skills, especially with regard to team building among diverse professional and technically-trained staff, with the ability to translate the needs/responsibilities of the project to the science teams.

Extensive experience successfully advocating for a scientific organization to government agencies, funding organizations, and other stakeholders. Strong scientific credentials, with an outstanding record of achievement. Broad knowledge of ecological sciences and related fields applicable to NEON including one or more of the following: taxonomy and systematics, evolutionary biology, epidemiology, remote sensing and informatics. Knowledge of biodiversity, disease, population, or community ecology is desirable. Experience with/understanding of planning, development, implementation, operation and supervision of ecological field studies, analytical laboratories, and data collection. Knowledge of field and instrument sampling and measurement techniques. Experience leading the organization of scientific meetings, from small gatherings to large conferences (< 10 to > 1000 attendees). Education: Advanced degree required; Ph.D. in Ecological Sciences or a related field highly preferred.

Location: Boulder, Colorado
Compensation: Base salary commensurate with experience and equivalent to the federal government’s scientific and professional scale; 6% contribution to a 401K which is immediately vested. Relocation and interview expenses will be paid.

EEO: JDG Associates recognizes that NEON is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or disability.

Deadline: To be considered, applications must be received no later than midnight,
June 15, 2011. How to Apply: Please submit a resume/CV plus a one-page cover letter, fully addressing
your experience as it relates to the requirements and responsibilities of this position.

Contact:
Alison Marshall JDG Associates, Ltd. 1700 Research Boulevard Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 340-2210 marshall@jdgsearch.com
JDG Associates, established in 1973, is a leading provider of executive recruiting services to federal/state/local government, non-profit organizations, trade associations, Fortune 1000 corporations, and a variety of government contractors.

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Postdoctoral Fellow: Landscape Ecologist
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: University of Alaska Anchorage

The Environment and Natural Resources Institute, University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking a Landscape/Ecosystem Ecologist for a 2-3 year postdoctoral position on a Western Alaska LCC-funded project focused on climate-ecosystem processes and their influence on caribou populations in Western Alaska. The goals of this project are to mechanistically link climate, soil N cycling, plant morphological and nutritional phenology, and caribou population dynamics across 5 distinct caribou herds occupying an area of approximately 163,000 km2 in southwestern Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula. The incumbent will conduct and collaborate in a variety of experimental and descriptive ecological studies spanning a range of spatial scales across this region, from the effects of snow on soil biogeochemistry at the square-meter scale to the movements and habitat use of caribou across landscape scales of 100's of km. The postdoctoral fellow will join a team of researchers from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the University of Alaska in this multi-disciplinary project. The successful applicant will be expected to assist in supervising graduate and undergraduate students and to assist the PI's with project management. A Ph.D. or previous postdoctoral research experience in landscape ecology, plant community ecology, plant-soil nutrition, remote sensing and geospatial analysis, and/or wildlife habitat ecology is preferred. The project is expected to begin in the summer of 2011 and extend through the summer of 2013. Screening of applicants will begin in June or July of 2011. To be considered please apply to the CAS/Environment and Natural Resources Institute Postdoctoral pool posting #0056785 at blockedhttp://www.uakjobs.com/. If you have questions, you may contact Dr. Don Spalinger (lead-PI) at afdes@alaska.edu or 907-786-4703 or Dr. Jeff Welker (Co-PI) at afjmw1@uaa.alaska.edu.

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Post-doc Biogeochemical processes in frozen soils Sweden
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Umeå, Sweden

A two-year Postdoctoral Position is available at the Department of Forest Ecology and Management, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Umeå, Sweden.
Main task
To investigate the environmental factors that control biogeochemical processes in frozen soils, with emphasis on soil carbon mineralization. This will include soils in boreal, as well as permafrost regions. The work involves application of state-of-the-art NMR spectroscopy with the aim to elucidate the pathways for microbial substrate utilization in soil systems at low temperatures. The work will also give experience in e.g. stable isotopes as a tool to investigate carbon and nitrogen transformation processes.
Qualifications
PhD-qualified researchers are invited to apply (degree should have been awarded within the last five years). A background in soil biogeochemistry, NMR-spectroscopy, or environmental microbiology is desirable.
Employment conditions
The position is a two year scholarship.
Please contact Mats Öquist for additional information (see next page for more information on the department and Umeå). Send your Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter (including a short (<2pages) description of previous research, current research interests and other activities relevant for the position), list of scientific publications and the names and contact information of two professional references no later than May 25, 2011 (preferably by email) to:

Mats Öquist
Associate Professor
Department of Forest Ecology and Management
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU)
SE-901 83 Umeå, Sweden
email:mats.oquist@slu.se
Phone: +46 (0)90 786 8525 (office), +46 (0)70 554 0361 (mobile)
Umeå 2011-04-25

The Department of Forest Ecology and Management, SLU
The Department of Forest Ecology and Management (www.seksko.se) conducts research and education in both basic and applied science in the areas of Vegetation Ecology, Soil Science and Forest Management. The major research focus is on the boreal forest landscape, including peatlands and surface waters, but we have activities also in other biomes. The current position is in Soil Science/Biogeochemistry. In a recent evaluation (2009) of the university the Soil Science/Soil Biogeochemistry group was ranked among the top seven out of a total of 130 groups at the university. The department has about 90 members of staff of which 14 are professors. Research areas include plant-soil interactions, surface water hydrogeochemistry, soil chemistry, soil biology, biosphere-atmosphere exchange, forest history, forest management, forest regeneration, plant population and community ecology. The department has modern technical facilities, close collaboration with several state-of-the-art technical platforms at Umeå University, and access to unique long-term forest ecosystem experiments and other field sites.
SLU in Umeå shares campus with Umeå University (www.umu.se). Umeå has 110 000 inhabitants, and is located a one-hour flight from Stockholm. Umeå is located in the boreal forest (c. 15 km from the Baltic Sea and 300 km from the Scandinavian mountain range on the border to Norway

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Position at IPSL on the complementarity between marine and atmospheric observations to quantify air-sea CO2 fluxes
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: France

Contract: Temporary (10 months)
Gross salary range: 2500 € to 3000 €/ month depending on experience.
Employer: CNRS
Workplace: Saclay and Paris - FRANCE
Skill area: Earth system, oceans, atmosphere, –Engineering.
Application deadline: 01/06/2011

About the laboratory:
The successful applicant will carry out his/her work jointly at two laboratories of the IPSL. The LOCEAN (http://www.locean-ipsl.upmc.fr), a major research laboratory of the IPSL has monitoring programs with research and merchant ships, and instrumented buoys equipped with autonomous pCO2 systems. Observations are collected in the North and tropical Atlantic and in the Southern Ocean. LOCEAN is involved in the international data synthesis project SOCAT (Surface Ocean CO2 Atlas project). LSCE has extensive expertise in climate research, including atmospheric monitoring and inverse modelling of greenhouse gases fluxes from atmospheric observations. LSCE coordinates ICOS, a research infrastructure aiming to decipher the carbon cycle and provide a better estimate of the regional carbon balance. In France, ICOS is particularly seeking to better integrate the ocean and atmospheric components of the infrastructure.

Context:
The principal purpose of carbon cycle observations is to deliver a coherent and accurate picture of natural and anthropogenic CO2 fluxes over land and oceans. The ocean is the largest carbon reservoir and has proven to be stable in absorbing 25% of fossil fuel CO2 emissions over the past five decades, although there are signs of a recent slow-down in the ocean sink since the late 1990s. The ocean includes regions of sources or sinks of CO2 and regional air-sea CO2 fluxes remain highly uncertain. Observations of CO2 fluxes at the ocean surface are collected by ships or moorings, but need extrapolation to produce flux estimates at the scale of ocean gyres. Observations of atmospheric CO2 concentration inverted in atmospheric transport models can provide additional constraints on these air-sea flux estimates, but the fusion between atmospheric and oceanic observations in inversions has not yet received enough attention.

LSCE and LOCEAN research laboratories are opening a 10 month post doctoral position within the French component of the ICOS project (Integrated Carbon Observing system), and more specifically at the interface between the ocean and the atmospheric components. ICOS aims to decipher the carbon cycle and provide a better estimate of the regional carbon balance. In France, ICOS is seeking to better integrate the ocean and atmospheric components of the infrastructure.

Mission:
The successful candidate will identify in the French marine pCO2 observing network, and in global databases like SOCAT, the key ocean parameters that are needed for routine production of air-sea flux estimates and their uncertainties over the sampled regions. The complementarity between marine pCO2 observations and atmospheric CO2 concentration measurements used in inversion modelling will be demonstrated by quantifying the impact of pCO2 sampling and correlation of flux errors in one inversion model.

This work will be conducted in the framework of the preparation of the ICOS European research infrastructure where atmosphere and ocean carbon will be measured, and will deliver recommendations to the French SOERE network of environmental monitoring programs on how to integrate in the future marine and atmospheric carbon observations. These recommendations, formulated in a scientific publication on the joint assimilation of marine pCO2 and atmospheric CO2, will have an important impact in the design of the French marine contribution to ICOS, and its complementarity with the atmospheric networks.

Profile:
The applicant should have a strong expertise in oceanic and/or atmospheric data analysis and a broad interest in biogeochemistry, and ocean-land-atmosphere interactions. A PhD in a related area is required. Of special relevance is proven ability to be dynamic, open and work collaboratively with a team of scientists.

Contact person:
Nathalie Lefèvre
LOCEAN-IPSL, Université Pierre et Marie Curie
UMR 7159 CNRS/IRD/UPMC/MNHN
Case 100, 4 place Jussieu, couloir 45-46, 5ème étage, 75252 Paris Cedex 05, France
E-mail : nathalie.lefevre@locean-ipsl.upmc.fr
Tel : 33 1 44 27 38 21
Fax : 33 1 44 27 71 59

Collaborations with:
At LOCEAN : Nicolas Metzl
At LSCE : Frédéric Chevallier, Michel Ramonet, Philippe Ciais

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2 Postdoctoral Research Associates
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon

The College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University, Corvallis Oregon, invites applications for two Institutional Postdoctoral Research Associate positions in any area of Earth System Sciences, including climate, ocean, and atmospheric sciences and geophysics.

COAS is one of the world's leading graduate research institutions for oceanographic, atmospheric and earth sciences, with more than 200 faculty and staff members, approximately 100 graduate students, and a wide variety of assets including an excellent computing infrastructure, state-of-the-art analytical facilities, and two research vessels.

Appointment: Awards are competitive, with a major emphasis on potential for independent, creative research. The positions are awarded for three years, at 1.0, 0.75, 0.5 FTE in years 1, 2, and 3, respectively, guaranteed by the University. FTE can be increased to 1.0 in years 2 and 3 with external support generated by the candidate in collaboration with their faculty mentors. Successful candidates will be paired with suitable faculty mentors for training in the development and submission of fundable research proposals, research collaboration, and publication of results. COAS institutional postdocs will be encouraged to seek external funding, and may serve as Principal Investigator, or co-Principal Investigator, on grant proposals. Following the postdoctoral training period, an opportunity may exist, based on mutual agreement of the College and the candidate, and in accordance with university procedures, to change the position to a research or tenure-track status.

Responsibilities and Duties: Perform basic research in the themes of Climate Systems, Biogeochemical Systems, Earth Dynamics, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, Geophysics, and Earth System Management as part of OSU's strategic priority in the area of Advancing the Science of Sustainable Earth Ecosystems.

Develop a program of research that contributes to the field and external funding of a research program. Research activities are expected to result in publications that advance the knowledge and understanding of the natural and human-impacted earth systems, planets, or marine resource management. Results of research will lead to peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. Research duties may include developing and implementing research studies, collecting and analyzing data, modeling, and statistical analysis and interpretation of the results. The individual's role in the research will be as an independent investigator, and as a collaborator with PIs in the research theme.

Perform service that contributes to the College, University and the profession. This may include teaching activities such as guest lecturing, classroom instruction, course and curriculum development, and interacting with students informally in regard to academic program, research projects, and career direction.

Grant preparation and submission to agencies and foundations to gain external funding; preparation of peer-reviewed journal articles and presentations at professional conferences.

Qualifications: Candidates are required to have completed the Ph.D. degree in the general area of Earth System Sciences or related field prior to taking up the appointment.
Excellent command of the English language, quantitative analytical skills (appropriate to their field), and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Preference will be given to candidates with a strong publication record, a demonstrable commitment to seeking external funding, and research interests aligned with the COAS strategic hiring plan (http://www.coas.oregonstate.edu/index.cfm?content.display&pageID=763).
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity is preferred.

To Apply:
Applications must include a curriculum vita, undergraduate and graduate school transcripts, names and addresses of three referees willing to write confidential letters of recommendation, and a two-page statement of proposed work, including information on possible COAS faculty mentors. We encourage applicants to contact faculty members with research interests fitting the proposed work: http://www.coas.oregonstate.edu/index.cfm.
Candidates will be selected based on overall excellence, including academic qualifications, letters of recommendation, and a statement of proposed work that is compatible with the COAS strategic hiring plan as outlined on the college website (http://coas.oregonstate.edu).
Starting postdoctoral salary range is $48,000-$54,600/year based on full-time 1.0 FTE, plus benefits.

To access application instructions see http://oregonstate.edu/jobs posting 0007139. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Eric Skyllingstad: skylling@coas.oregonstate.edu, 541-737-5697 (phone).

Closing date: For full consideration, applications must be received by June 1, 2011.

University and Community: Oregon State University has always been a place with a purpose - making a positive difference on quality of life and the natural world in Oregon and beyond. Through teaching, applied research, innovation and service, OSU turns ideals into reality with a unique approach characterized by collaboration and strategic focus.
Founded in 1868, OSU is one of only two American universities designated with Land-, Sea-, Sun-, and Space-Grant designations and is the only one in Oregon recognized for its "very high research activity" (RU/VH) by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. OSU is Oregon's largest public research university, conducting more than 60 percent of the research funded throughout the state's university system and bringing in a record $250 million in scientific grants and contracts this year.

OSU comprises 11 academic colleges organized into four divisions with strengths in earth systems sciences, health sciences, business, engineering, entrepreneurship and the arts and sciences. OSU has facilities and/or programs in every county in the state, including 12 regional experiment stations, 35 county extension offices, the OSU - Cascades Campus in Bend, the Hatfield Marine Sciences Center in Newport, along with a range of programs and facilities in Portland.

OSU is located in Corvallis, a community of 53,000 people situated in the Willamette Valley between Portland and Eugene. Ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, high desert, the rugged Cascade and Coast Ranges, and the urban amenities of the Portland metropolitan area are all within a 100-mile drive of Corvallis. Approximately 18,000 undergraduate and 3,800 graduate students are enrolled at OSU, including 3,500 U.S. students of color and nearly 1,100 international students. Students come from all 50 states and nearly 100 countries worldwide.

OSU has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, multiculturalism and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that include members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community.

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Postdoctoral Scientist - Arctic Landscape
Posted: May 20, 2011
Location: Ecosystems Center in Woods Hole, Massachusetts

A new NSF funded project on Carbon, Water, and Energy Balance of the Arctic Landscape will begin at the Ecosystems Center in 2012. The project will include one new postdoctoral position with an anticipated start date of January 3, 2012 or shortly thereafter. The long-term goal of this research is to build a regional model of the carbon, water, and energy balance for the North Slope of Alaska in relation to increased fire frequency and climate change. Over the next three years the project will have two core aims:

1. Improve understanding of the recovery of arctic tundra following fire. Field campaigns will assess the carbon, water and energy budgets for fire scars of differing age and in differing arctic landscapes using portable eddy covariance towers and intensive field sampling.

2. Develop post-fire successional models of nutrients, and carbon and energy exchange in arctic tundra, integrate the field data into these models using data assimilation techniques, and use the models in conjunction with remote sensing and GIS data to scale predictions across the North Slope under different fire regimes and changing climate.

The postdoctoral associate will be expected to play a significant role in defining the specific spatial modeling approaches to be used, remote sensing and GIS analysis, data assimilation, and model application. Long-term collaborations with other arctic scientists, with international and PanArctic synthesis programs, and with the LTER network will provide additional opportunities.

The project will be based at the Ecosystems Center in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, during each winter but will include extensive field research at Toolik Field Station, Alaska, and other arctic sites, in 2012-2014.

Candidates must have a PhD in Ecology or related field.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in ecosystem and spatial modeling, data assimilation, remote sensing, and GIS.

For more information on this NSF project, please contact any of the project supervisors: Ed Rastetter; erastetter@mbl.edu Gus Shaver; gshaver@mbl.edu Adrian Rocha; arocha@mbl.edu

https://mbl.simplehire.com/postings/2059

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Postdoctoral Research Associate: Ecosystem Modeling
REVISED: JUNE 9, 2011
Location: The Complex Systems Research Center, University of New Hampshire

The Complex Systems Research Center, University of New Hampshire has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This position is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and may be renewed annually for up to three years, depending on satisfactory performance. The overarching goals of this project are to advance towards diagnostics of continental-scale carbon fluxes using eddy flux measurements, remotely-sensed data, and new spatially explicit ecological data (e.g, disturbance, stand age) through modeling and model-data fusion (or data assimilation), and to assess the magnitude, distribution, and interannual variability of ecosystem carbon exchange across North America. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for generalizing a process-based forest ecosystem model (PnET-CN) to other terrestrial vegetation types, optimizing model parameters using model-data fusion techniques along with eddy covariance flux observations and other data constraints, and conducting uncertainty assessment of carbon fluxes.

The position offers a competitive salary and a full benefits package. The successful candidate will join a research team at the Complex Systems Research Center (CSRC; http://www.csrc.sr.unh.edu/), Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans and Space (EOS; http://www.eos.sr.unh.edu) at the University of New Hampshire. UNH is a Research-I, Land, Sea and Space Grant University that has been recognized both nationally and internationally for research excellence in ecology, environmental science, geoscience and forestry. Located in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire, members of UNH enjoy the high quality of life and beautiful natural surroundings the region provides. 

            A Ph.D. in areas such as ecology, forest science, biometeorology, atmospheric sciences, remote sensing, or a related field, is required. Applicants should be enthusiastic, creative, and highly motivated. Experience in ecosystem modeling and willingness to learn model-data fusion (or data assimilation) techniques are desirable. Excellent communication skills are also expected. The start date is flexible, although a start date of no later than September 1, 2011 is preferred.

Please submit a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Jingfeng Xiao (j.xiao@unh.edu) and Dr. Scott Ollinger (scott.ollinger@unh.edu) via email with the subject line “Application for postdoctoral position”. Applications received by June 20, 2011 will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until it is filled.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. The university system seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged.

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Post-doc Biogeochemistry - Soil Organic Matter Research
Posted: May 9, 2011
Location: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

For further information, please contact:
Dr. Alain Plante
Email: aplante@sas.upenn.edu
Phone: (215) 898-9269

A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. Our research program seeks to develop quantitative assessments of soil organic matter stability by conventional (e.g., biological, chemical and physical) and new thermal methods (e.g., thermogravimetry and scanning calorimetry). Several projects and experiments are underway and could be further developed. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in soil science, biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry, ecosystem science, or related fields. Experience with advanced analytical techniques (e.g., thermal analysis, py-MS, NMR, FTIR, etc.) and advanced multivariate statistics is preferred. Candidates with experience in thermal analysis should demonstrate experience with environmental samples. A strong publication record and good communications skills are required. The position is available immediately. Funding is available for one year with a strong potential for renewal, and will include a competitive salary and benefits package. Interested applicants can email a cover letter, current CV, and names and contact information of two references. More details concerning the research group are available at: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/earth/plante_r.html.

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Post-doc Fellowship - Development of standard methodologies for eddy covariance flux measurements of CH4
Posted: May 9, 2011
Location: University of Helsinki, Finland

The University of Helsinki, Dep. of Physics, Div of Atmospheric Science (www.atm.helsinki.fi) seeks a postdoctoral researcher within the new Nordic Centre of Excellence DEFROST (http://www.ncoe-defrost.org/). The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team in measuring and interpreting greenhouse gas exchanges by ecosystems via micrometeorology technique. In particular the Fellowship will develop common standardized measurement protocols for instrument selection, operation, data analysis, error analysis and reporting and gap filling for CH4 fluxes measured in wetlands, lakes and forest ecosystems by eddy covariance (EC) technique.

Qualifications: The candidates must have a PhD in micrometeorology, ecology, atmospheric science, or relevant field, and should have outstanding quantitative skills such as experience in eddy covariance (both in the field and EC data post-processing) , programming (Matlab), database development, micrometeorology. The candidate also is expected to have a strong publication record in international peer-reviewed journals.

Duration: 18 months. Salary and benefits are competitive and based on UHEL standard.

Host institution: Dep. of Physics, University of Helsinki (UHEL), Finland.
Contact person: Ivan Mammarella, Dep. of Physics, University of Helsinki (ivan.mammarella@helsinki.fi).

How to apply: The applicant should send (to ivan.mammarella@helsinki.fi) a letter of research interests, CV and the names and contact information of two referees.

Closing date: 31.05.2011.
Applications will be evaluated beginning of June 2011.

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Postdoctoral Researcher: Modeling and analysis of phenological data
Posted: May 9, 2011
Location: Harvard University

Duties and Responsibilities:
As part of the Richardson Lab, the Postdoctoral Researcher will work on modeling and analysis of phenological data obtained through the PhenoCam project (http://phenocam.sr.unh.edu/). This project uses networked digital cameras mounted at established research sites across North America to track seasonal variation in canopy structure and physiological activity. A key objective is to link these observations to climatic drivers and ecosystem processes (e.g. seasonality of carbon and water fluxes) using a model-data fusion approach.
The postdoc will develop continental-scale data sets on vegetation phenology, and will test and improve phenological theory, focusing on dynamic interactions between climate change, phenology, and ecosystem function.
The postdoc will join an interdisciplinary research team that also includes colleagues from Boston University, the University of New Hampshire, and Washington University in St Louis.
The position is funded by grants from the National Science Foundation, the Northeastern States Research Cooperative and the USGS/NPS Parks Monitoring Program, in collaboration with the USA National Phenology Network.

Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in remote sensing, ecology (preferred sub-field: ecological modeling or physiological ecology), biometeorology, forest science, atmospheric sciences, or a related field, is required. Applicants should be enthusiastic, creative, and highly motivated. Excellent communication skills, and a strong publication record are expected. Applicants must also possess very strong quantitative and analytical skills (familiarity with image processing or remote sensing data is desirable, as is an aptitude for modeling), knowledge of at least one scientific programming language (ideally Python, R, or MATLAB), and experience working with large data sets. The applicant must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license, or obtain one promptly on arrival. The applicant must be willing and physically able to conduct fieldwork in potentially remote locations during all seasons.

Additional Information:
A 12-month commitment is expected. Pending successful performance, the position may be renewed annually for up to three years.
The position is available immediately. A start date no later than August 1, 2011, is preferred.
Information about Harvard’s Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology can be found at: http://www.oeb.harvard.edu/. Information about the Richardson lab can be found at: http://www.oeb.harvard.edu/faculty/richardson/.
Please submit applications (including cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three references) via email (with the subject line “APPLICATION FOR POSTDOCTORAL POSITION”) to: Professor Andrew D. Richardson, arichardson@oeb.harvard.edu. Applications must be received by May 28, 2011, to receive full consideration.
Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Post-doc Parameter Estimation in Complex Models
Posted: May 9, 2011
Location: UFZ Leipzig, Germany

The Department Computational Hydrosystems of the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ, Leipzig, Germany works as a computational laboratory devoted to the development, validation, and integration of hydrological and soil-vegetation-atmosphere transfer models at different temporal and spatial scales. Spatial heterogeneity of land surface and subsurface characteristics are of central concern to the department.

The department invites applications for the position of a Postdoctoral Researcher on parameter estimation in complex models available for 3 years with perspective (e.g. tenure track possibility) in a collaborative research environment. We will begin reviewing applications on 9 May 2011, and anticipate a start date as soon as possible.

The increase of computing power has led to an increase in model complexity. This has equally increased the risk of model overparameterisation, which might lead to a reduction in predictive power due to parameter equifinality. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to develop efficient parameter estimation techniques aiming at reducing parameter complexity without compromising model efficiency and spatio-temporal representation.

The successful candidate has a PhD/Doctorate in mathematics or natural sciences. He/she has strong computational and statistical skills and has proven experience in optimisation techniques. He/she is expected to develop a vigorous research program in collaboration with the other department members. We rely on a strong interest in team work and cooperation within the department. The department is a multi- disciplinary, young research team with strong mathematical and computational background. It operates a suite of complex models in hydrology and biosphere-atmosphere interactions. The candidate shall develop parameter estimation methods that are applicable to the different models. A good knowledge of English is required.

The department is well connected to national and international research programs (e.g. Tereno, Reklim, ICOS, Fluxnet).

Further information: Prof Dr Sabine Attinger, +49 (0)341 235 1250, e- mail: sabine.attinger[at]ufz.de

The place of work is Leipzig, Germany. Salary will be according to civil service guidelines, up to Entgeltgruppe 14 TVÖD depending on personal skills and experiences.

The UFZ is an equal opportunity employer. Women are explicitly encouraged to apply to increase their share in science and research. Physically handicapped persons will be favoured if they are equally qualified.

Please send your complete application documents (curriculum vitae, certificates, list of publications and the contact information for three professional referees) until 09.05.2011 under the code digit 08/2011 to the personnel department, P.O. Box 500136, D-04301 Leipzig, Germany or by E-Mail to application[at]ufz.de.

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Postdoc, LC/LU Modeler
Posted: May 9, 2011, College Park, MD

Summary/Purpose of Position:

Land-Cover/Land-Use Change Modeler. Dr. George Hurtt, Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Maryland College Park, is seeking a post-doctoral scholar to join his lab in developing state-of-the-art mathematical models of coupled-human natural systems. The focus of this position is on advanced land-use modeling in the context of increasing demands for agricultural products, climate change, and potential climate mitigation strategies including biofuels. Research will advance the integrated development of the Global Land-use Model (GLM), its use of state-of-the art remote sensing products and socio-economic models, and its application and integration into Earth System Models. The position will involve interdisciplinary studies of: land-use modeling, ecosystem dynamics, computer programming, use of remote sensing data, data management, data analysis, model-data comparison, paper writing, assisting in proposal preparation, as well as various other tasks as required for the smooth functioning of large research projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Ph.D. degree is required. Appropriate experience working on research projects (2 or more years) is preferred. Prior experience should include a demonstrated ability to assist in maintaining relationships with collaborators and to participate as a member of a research team, project planning and management, and the use of relevant computer software and programming languages (such as C, FORTRAN, IDL, MATLAB).

Additional Information:
For best consideration, submit letter of application, curriculum vitae and the names and telephone numbers of three references by May 15, 2011 via the Job Posting Quicklink: https://jobs.umd.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54275. Search will continue until suitable candidate is appointed. Applications from women and minorities are particularly sought. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Further information on this position and on academic and research programs of the Department may be obtained from the address above and can be found at http://www.geog.umd.edu.

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Post-doc - Biogeochemistry - Soil Organic Matter Research
Posted: May 9, 2011
Location: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. Our research program seeks to develop quantitative assessments of soil organic matter stability by conventional (e.g., biological, chemical and physical) and new thermal methods (e.g., thermogravimetry and scanning calorimetry). Several projects and experiments are underway and could be further developed. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in soil science, biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry, ecosystem science, or related fields. Experience with advanced analytical techniques (e.g., thermal analysis, py-MS, NMR, FTIR, etc.) and advanced multivariate statistics is preferred. Candidates with experience in thermal analysis should demonstrate experience with environmental samples. A strong publication record and good communications skills are required. The position is available immediately. Funding is available for one year with a strong potential for renewal, and will include a competitive salary and benefits package. Interested applicants can email a cover letter, current CV, and names and contact information of two references. More details concerning the research group are available at: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/earth/plante_r.html.

For further information, please contact:
Dr. Alain Plante
Email: aplante@sas.upenn.edu
Phone: (215) 898-9269

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Post-doc Amazon forest land-use sustainability
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: Brazil

Call for postdoctorate candidates with a strong quantitative background in economics of land-use change and rural development, and a keen interest in interdisciplinary questions relating to sustainable land-use and human-environment relationships in the Brazilian Amazon.

Projeto Amazônia Sustentável is a multidisciplinary research project concerned with understanding the challenges and opportunities surrounding sustainable development issues in the Brazilian Amazon. Work is focused in the regions of Santarém and Paragominas in the eastern Brazilian Amazon and is conducted in close partnership with local government and civil society groups including farmer’s unions and leading environmental NGOs.

The main aim of this project is to evaluate patterns of biodiversity, ecosystem service provision, economic production and human well-being associated with the dominant land-uses that characterize the active deforestation zone in the Brazilian Amazon. Project findings will contribute towards a novel evidence basis for developing improved management strategies, help guide more effective approaches to complying with environmental legislation, as well as identify opportunities for conservation and revenue generation through emerging certification standards and ecosystem service markets. Insights will be gained into the trade-offs and potential synergies that determine the environmental and development costs and benefits associated with given land-use choices.

The project was initiated in 2009 and developed through the integration of a number of independent projects focused on different aspects of land-use sustainability in the Amazon region. Field work was started in 2010 and due to be completed in June of 2011. Working through multiple field campaigns the project has collected one of the most comprehensive databases yet available in any tropical forest nation on changes of biodiversity, ecosystem service production and socio-economic condition. Fieldwork is focused at the watershed scale and encompassing a gradient of forest loss, occupation history and land-use intensification. Within the socio-economic work we are collecting farm-scale data on producer characteristics (demography, migration, well-being), farm management and productivity, as well as the uses and costs of private forest reserves from approximately 400 properties in each study region.

The project is coordinated jointly between Embrapa and the Goeldi Museum in Brazil, and the Universities of Cambridge and Lancaster in the UK, and includes collaborators from nearly 30 research institutions and NGOs across Brazil and internationally. Core funding comes from the Brazilian Science Council (CNPq), Embrapa (Macroprograma 2), the Natural Environmental Research Council (UK), UK government Darwin Initiative, with additional support from The Nature Conservancy, the Royal Society and the British Council.

Through a partnership with the world-leading Faculty for Economics and Administration at the University of Sao Pualo we have an exciting opportunity for funding (through FAPESP, the science council of the state of São Paulo) one or more post-doctorate positions on the project in the fields of land economics and sustainable development. Candidates need to have a strong interest in interdisciplinary problems and the ways in which economic analyses can be integrated effectively with environmental data. We are particularly interested in candidates who have a strong quantitative background and who can help lead on econometric modeling of land-use change and patterns of land-rents within and between different production systems. However, the focus of work can be developed to integrate personal interests and expertise of a candidate within the broad remit of project work. There is the possibility of positions from between six months and two years, with the potential for further extension. A standard FAPESP posdoctorate salary is R$5300 per month with additional funding for fieldwork and travel.

Interested candidates should write to any of the project coordination team at the below addresses. More details and background to the project can be supplied on request. The deadline for selecting candidates and beginning the funding application process is the 30th May 2011.

Toby Gardner, University of Cambridge: tobyagardner@gmail.com
Luke Parry, Lancaster University: lukeparry1@gmail.com
Jos Barlow, Lancaster University: josbarlow@gmail.com
Joice Ferreira, Embrapa: joice@cpatu.embrapa.br

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Post-doc Ecosystem Modeler
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: University of Maryland

Dr. George Hurtt, Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Maryland College Park, is seeking a post-doctoral scholar to join his lab in developing state-of-the-art mathematical models of coupled-human natural systems. The focus of this position is on advanced ecosystem modeling in the context of climate change, land-use change, altered disturbance rates (e.g. fires, tropical cyclones, etc.), and climate mitigation strategies including biofuels. Research will advance the integrated development and application of the Ecosystem Demography (ED) model, Global Land-use Model (GLM), Global Climate Assessment Model (GCAM), and remotely sensed data on vegetation structure, composition, and dynamics. The position will involve interdisciplinary studies of: forest ecology, land-use modeling, ecological synthesis, computer programming, use of remote sensing data, data management, data analysis, model-data comparison, paper writing, assisting in proposal preparation, as well as various other tasks as required for the smooth functioning of large research projects.

For best consideration, submit letter of application and a resume with the names and telephone numbers of three references by May 15, 2011 via the Job Posting Quicklink: https://jobs.umd.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54212. Search will continue until suitable candidate is appointed. Applications from women and minorities are particularly sought. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

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Multiple Post-docs and PhD Students for Climate-cryospheric Interactions
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: Nordic Countries

Phd student and post doc fellowships are announced on climate-cryospheric interactions. The fellowships are all associated with the Nordic Top-level Research Initiative (TRI) and its Centre of Excellence on Impacts of a changing cryosphere - depicting ecosystem-climate feedbacks as affected by changes in permafrost, snow and ice distribution (DEFROST)

For specific information about the individual fellowships see below and on the DEFROST homepage: www.ncoe-defrost.org

For general information on the TRI program see www.toppforskningsinitiativet.org

DEFROST Executive Research Secretary: Dr Margareta Johansson (margareta.johansson@nateko.lu.se<mailto:margareta.johansson@nateko.lu.se>). DEFROST Coordinator: Professor Torben R. Christensen (Torben.christensen@nateko.lu.se)

DEFROST PhD-positions (3 or 4 years)

Land surface - atmosphere energy exchange in sub-arctic and arctic environments.
Academic base: Lund University, Sweden
Contact: Anders Lindroth anders.lindroth@nateko.lu.se<mailto:anders.lindroth@nateko.lu.se>

Comparative studies of climate feedback mechanisms in Arctic ecosystems.
Academic base: Copenhagen University, Denmark.
Contact: Thomas Friborg tfj@geo.ku.dk<mailto:tfj@geo.ku.dk>

Molecular fingerprinting of yedoma organic matter degradation (already started)
Academic base: Stockholm University, Sweden
Contact: Örjan Gustafsson orjan.gustafsson@itm.su.se<mailto:orjan.gustafsson@itm.su.se>

Seasonality of GHG fluxes, length of growing season and connections with the cryosphere (already started)
Academic base: Aarhus University, Denmark
Contact: Mikkel Tamstorf mpt@dmu.dk<mailto:mpt@dmu.dk>

Ground thermal regime in permafrost landforms at DEFROST permafrost field sites
Academic base: University of Svalbard (UNIS), Norway.
Contact: Hanne Christiansen Hanne.Christiansen@unis.no<mailto:Hanne.Christiansen@unis.no>

Landscape partitioning and lability mapping of soil organic matter in permafrost terrain (DEFROST field sites)
Academic base: Stockholm University, Sweden
Contact: Peter Kuhry peter.kuhry@natgeo.su.se<mailto:peter.kuhry@natgeo.su.se>

Biogeochemistry of amorphous silica in subarctic environments
Academic base: Lund University, Sweden
Contact: Daniel Conley daniel.conley@geol.lu.se<mailto:daniel.conley@geol.lu.se>

Ecosystem-atmosphere modelling of pan-Arctic methane exchange under present and future climate
Academic base: Lund University, Sweden
Contact: Ben Smith ben.smith.lu@gmail.com<mailto:ben.smith.lu@gmail.com>

Carbon fluxes between sea-ice and atmosphere
Academic base: Aarhus University, Denmark
Contact: Lise Lotte Sørensen LLS@DMU.DK<mailto:LLS@DMU.DK>

Study of fluxes and processes below the sea-ice, exchange between ice and sea, chemistry in ice and below ice (already started)
Academic base: Greenland Climate Research Centre and University of Southern Denmark Contact: Søren Rysgaard SoRy@natur.gl<mailto:SoRy@natur.gl>

DEFROST Post-Doc Fellowships (18+ months)

Arctic greenhouse gas biogeochemistry (starting 2012)
Host institute: University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio campus
Contact: Pertti Martikainen pertti.martikainen@uef.fi<mailto:pertti.martikainen@uef.fi>

Development of standard methodologies for eddy covariance flux measurements of CH4
Host institution: University of Helsinki, Finland.
Contact: Ivan Mammarella ivan.mammarella@helsinki.fi<mailto:ivan.mammarella@helsinki.fi>.

Modelling methane and carbon dioxide fluxes released from the Siberian Arctic Shelf seafloor
Host institution: Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute
Contact: Markus Meier Markus.Meier@smhi.se<mailto:Markus.Meier@smhi.se>

Permafrost feed back processes in a regional climate model
Host institution: Danish Meteorological Institute
Contact: Jens Hesselbjerg Christensen jhc@dmi.dk<mailto:jhc@dmi.dk>

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Post-Doctoral Research Position - Forests and Carbon Sequestration: Evaluating the Effects of Fuel Treatments
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: University of California, Berkeley

Forests and Carbon Sequestration*: Post-doctoral position focused on the fire, carbon sequestration and forests in the Sierra Nevada, California.
Field experiment at the University of California Blodgett Research Forest is investigating the carbon sequestration tradeoffs of using different fuel treatments to reduce fire hazards in mixed conifer forests. Responsibilities include leading the ongoing study, analyzing data, and writing journal articles. Two years of funding is available (renewed annually). Field technician assistance is available. Additional opportunities include working with a diverse group of other projects (
http://www.CNR.Berkeley.EDU/stephens-lab/) and association with the UC Center for Fire Research and Outreach (hxxp://firecenter.berkeley.edu/).

QUALIFICATIONS: A completed (or imminent) Ph.D in fire ecology, fire science, ecology, forestry, natural resources, geography, earth sciences, or related field. Strong quantitative skills. Training and experience in fire-forest-carbon interactions and modeling. Knowledge of carbon dioxide soil sensors, instrumentation, the ecological effects of fuel treatments, tree ring analysis, and forest ecology are desirable. Strong communications skills required. Ability to work independently. Must have successfully published papers in scientific journals.

START DATE: 7/1/2011 desirable (must have received Ph.D. no later than actual start date). This is a full time position within the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management and UC Center for Fire Research and Outreach at UC Berkeley. Salary $40,000- $43,000 depending on experience. The position includes health and vacation benefits. To learn more about the position please contact Scott Stephens ( sstephens@berkeley.edu).

TO APPLY: Send electronic or hard copies of (1) letter of interest outlining how your background fits the position, (2) curriculum vitae; (3) transcripts from graduate and undergraduate study (unofficial copies are fine); (4) names and contact information (phone, email, address) for three to five references including how and when you were associated with them; and (5) reprints of up to five publications to: Dr. Scott Stephens, Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management, Division of Ecosystem Science, 130 Mulford Hall MC 3114, University of California, Berkeley, CA.
94720-3114. sstephens@berkeley.edu UC is an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Application deadline: 5/2/2011 - open until filled.

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Postdoctoral Opportunity in Isotope Ecology
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: University of Wyoming

University of Wyoming, Department of Botany is soliciting applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct research on how plant-microbe interactions regulate soil carbon and nitrogen cycling within the ongoing Prairie Heating and CO2 Enrichment (PHACE) experiment near Laramie, Wyoming. An important component of the experiment is the comparison of biogeochemical cycling between native and disturbed grassland plant communities, including invasive species. The research will involve field, laboratory and growth chamber experiments applying molecular and compound-specific stable isotope methods. The postdoc will have access to the University of Wyoming Stable Isotope Facility (UWSIF, uwacadweb.uwyo.edu/sif/) and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse group of researchers at UW, Colorado State University, and the USDA Agricultural Research Service in Fort Collins, Colorado.

A PhD in ecology, soil science or biogeochemistry and familiarity with stable isotope techniques and/or gas exchange measurements is required. Preferred qualifications include experience with stable isotope pulse labeling and demonstrated ability to publish research results. The position is available immediately, and will offer a competitive salary and benefits. Applications will be reviewed beginning April 15, 2011 and until the position is filled. To apply, please send a current CV, contact information for three references, and a 1-pg description of research interests to Dr. Elise Pendall (pendall@uwyo.edu). The University of Wyoming is a Carnegie Foundation Research/Doctoral Extensive Institution, and is an AA/EEO employer. Applications from women, minorities and international scientists are strongly encouraged.

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Post-doc - Plant physiological ecology
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: University of Edinburgh (UK)

We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of plant physiological ecology. Based at the School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh you will join the Edinburgh University Biosphere-Atmosphere Programme (EUBAP), which is an informal centre within the Global Change Research Group, the largest research group in the School. EUBAP comprises about 50 researchers from the atmospheric sciences, soil sciences, forestry, plant ecology and plant physiology fields. Our research is focused on understanding the structure and function of terrestrial ecosystems (from the Boreal region to the Tropics) in response to global change.

The successful candidate will contribute to a new externally (NERC-) funded 3.5-year project focused on the processes affecting drought-induced mortality of conifer trees in the Mediterranean region (Spain, Switzerland and Turkey).

Further details and application procedure available at:

http://www.jobs.ed.ac.uk/vacancies/index.cfm?fuseaction=vacancies.detail&vacancy_ref=3014260

Informal enquiries should be directed to Maurizio Mencuccini
(maurizio.mencuccini@ed.ac.uk) or Patrick Meir (pmeir@ed.ac.uk).

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Post-doc land data assimilation and/or hydrological applications of remote sensing
Posted: April 27, 2011
Location: USDA/ARS Betsville, MD

The USDA, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Animal and Natural Resources Institute’s Hydrology and Remote Sensing Laboratory, in Beltsville, Maryland, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate, Research Physical Scientist, for a two year appointment. A Ph.D. in physical science, hydrology, atmospheric sciences geography or some related field is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and can range between $62,467 to $81,204 per annum, plus benefits. The incumbent will develop and apply remote sensing and data assimilation techniques to enhance the calculation of water balance storage and flux terms within a hydrologic model. Recently-developed techniques will be applied that assess the added utility of assimilating remote sensing data into a land surface model relative to a baseline case of no constraint using remote sensing. Previous experience with land surface or hydrologic modeling is strongly preferred and familiarity with thermal remote sensing, microwave remote sensing or land data assimilation techniques is desirable. To apply refer to announcement # RA-11-0058-L at: http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/divisions/hrd/hrdhomepage/vacancy/pd962.html to obtain the full text announcement, complete application instructions, and further information on Postdoctoral Research Associate positions. Send application information, a statement of research interests and the names of two references to Dr. Wade Crow, USDA/ARS/ANRI/HRSL Bldg. 007, Room 104, Beltsville, MD 20705 or e-mail (wade.crow@ars.usda.gov) by May 13, 2011. USDA/ARS is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Post-doc Hydrometeorology and/or Ecohydrology
Posted: March 31, 2011
Location: Nagoya University

Prof Tomo'omi KUMAGAI is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work with him at the Hydrosperic Atmospheric Research Center, Nagoya University.

This position will work on various aspects of hydrometeorology and/or ecohydrology conducted in his research fields in Southeast Asian countries, like Malaysia, Cambodia and Thailand.

The position will start from coming June and will be for a period of 2 years with the possibility of extension.

Current salary for the successful candidate is about 3.5k US$/month, and in addition, Japanese public insurance will be applied. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact him (tomoomikumagai@gmail.com).

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CLASS Program Manager
Posted: March 31, 2011
Location: Asheville, North Carolina

The National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) Remote Sensing and Applications Division, in Asheville, North Carolina, is recruiting for the following position.

Title: General Engineer, ZP-0801-V (CLASS Program Manager)
Vacancy Announcement Information:

* NSDIS-NCDC-2010-0018 (MAP or current government employee)
* NSDIS-NCDC-2010-0019 (DEU or any U.S. citizen)
* Opens: 3/23/2011
* Closes: 4/02/2011

The vacancy can be found by visiting:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/Search.aspx?q=NSDIS-NCDC-2011-0018&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&x=0&y=0#98002244

You will need to choose either the "MAP" or "DE" announcement based on whether you want to apply as a current federal employee or U.S. Citizen, respectively.

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Senior University lecturer in Climatology
Posted: March 31, 2011
Location: Lund University, Sweden

Closing date for applications: April 19, 2011

Senior University Lecturer in Geo-biosphere Science with a Focus on Exchange Processes between the Atmosphere and the Earth’s Surface
Lund University is one of Europe's leading academic institutions, combining centuries of tradition with dynamic development and innovation. Areas of education and research include technology, science, law, social sciences, economics, medicine, the humanities, theology and the performing arts. The university has around 46 000 students and 6 000 employees. Lund University is an active member of the leading international network League of European Research Universities (LERU) and Universitas 21, and is one of eleven academic institutions within the Öresund University. We have agreements with over 600 partner universities in about fifty countries around the world.

The Division of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Analysis, in the Department of Earth and Ecosystem Science, today employs approximately 100 people, of whom approximately 30 are doctoral students. Research is organized in research groups and is concerned with the areas of remote sensing and GIS, bio-geophysics/bio-geochemistry, climatology, ecosystems analysis and geomorphology. We study landscape and ecosystem processes by means of laboratory studies under controlled conditions, field measurements and modelling. Undergraduate studies offer two bachelors’ programmes, “Physical geography” and “Meteorology and bio-geophysics” as well as five Masters’ programmes – all with an international focus (http://www.nateko.lu.se).

Basic facts regarding the position
Postadress Box 118, 221 00 LUND Besöksadress Sölvegatan 37 Telefon dir 046-222 4032, växel 046-222 00 00 Telefax 046-222 40 24
E-post gunilla.thylander@kanslin.lu.se Internet www.science.lu.se
Reference no: 2215
Closing date for applications: April 19, 2011
Date of appointment: As soon as possible
Placement: Division of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Analysis, Department of Earth and Ecosystem Science
Trades unions at Lund University: OFR, SACO and SEKO
Information about the position: Scientific Director, Professor Anders Lindroth, +46 (0)46 222 0474, anders.lindroth@nateko.lu.se; Departmental Chairman, Dr. Karin Hall, +46 (0)46 222 9579, karin.hall@nateko.lu.se
Information about conditions of employment and the application process: Faculty Personnel Manager Gunilla Thylander, +46 (0)46 222 40 32, gunilla.thylander@kanslin.lu.se

Description of the position
Research and teaching at the department are strongly focused on terrestrial ecosystems, their interaction with the climate system and their role as suppliers of ecosystem services.
We now wish to reinforce and widen our research and teaching in this area by the appointment of a senior university lecturer with subject knowledge of climatology, with a focus on inverse modelling of the interaction between the atmosphere and the earth’s surface with particular reference to large-scale exchange of greenhouse gases.
This specialization, which will contribute valuable synergies with existing research concerning the measurement and modelling of carbon exchange processes in terrestrial ecosystems and their interactions with the climate system, will constitute an important part of the research based on the new European infrastructure ICOS (Integrated Carbon Observation System) which is being constructed – see http://icos-infrastructure.ipsl.jussieu.fr. The Swedish part of the network is already established as a national infrastructure with long-term finance from Vetenskapsrådet (The Swedish National Science Council) and with Lund University as host institution (www.icos-sweden.se).

The emphasis in this position is placed on research. The appointee is expected to generate external research funding within her/his own area of investigation, from sources of funding for both basic and more applied research. S/he is also expected to have the scientific capacity to develop and run new research projects, thereby helping to build up a new area, at the cutting-edge, within the climate-oriented research at Lund University.

Supervision of research students forms part of the job content. The successful candidate is further expected to undertake teaching at basic and advanced levels, develop and run courses within the subject area and supervise students doing degree projects at masters’ and bachelors’ levels.
The job content, just as the relative proportions of research and teaching, may change over time.

Qualifications
Those qualified for appointment as a senior lecturer, except in disciplines in the fine, applied or performing arts, are according to the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance, a person who has demonstrated teaching expertise and been awarded a PhD or has the corresponding research competence or some other professional expertise that is of value in view of the subject matter of the post and the duties that it will involve. Ordinance (2010:1064).
In addition documented research skills in the areas, as defined by the description of the position above, is required.
It is expected that any non-Swedish speaking appointee within a three-year period will master the Swedish language well enough for allowing education of students at ground level and communication with the University administrative systems.
Today, research and postgraduate studies at the University are largely based on the ability and competence of the individual researcher to obtain external funding. Hence, a capability to obtain research grants in national or international competition is a requirement.

In addition, importance will be attached as to how the applicant, through documented skills and experience, can strengthen and supplement the Department’s research and teaching in this field.
The assessment criteria for appointment as a senior lecturer, according to the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance, shall be the degree of the expertise required as a qualification for employment. As much attention shall be given to the assessment of teaching expertise as to the assessment of other qualifying criteria laid down in the first paragraph above. Each higher education institution determines itself what assessment criteria are otherwise to apply to the appointment of a senior lecturer. Ordinance (2010:1064).
Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for teaching positions are given in Lund University Teacher Appointment Regulations and in Lund University’s Strategic Plan.
 
The personal abilities to successfully fulfil the duties of the position, will also be required. The University strives to achieve an even gender balance. Therefore, applications from the underrepresented gender, in this case, women are encouraged.

Required content of the application
The Faculty Board has specified instructions for the application and its accompanying documents. These can be found at the Internet address:
http://www.naturvetenskap.lu.se/o.o.i.s/11729
(http://www.naturvetenskap.lu.se/anstallning)
Information can also be obtained upon request by e-mail or ordinary mail.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Terrestrial Carbon Cycling
Posted: March 22, 2011
Location: UCLA, USA

The Institute of the Environment at the University of California, Los Angeles, is seeking a postdoctoral
researcher to work in the area of terrestrial carbon cycling. The main focus of the position will be to better
understand large-scale abrupt shifts in terrestrial carbon uptake. The project combines modelling and
observations, with heavy reliance on satellite data and ecosystem models of various complexities (CASA,
ED2). The research is multidisciplinary oriented and also involves collaborations with scientists at
Princeton University and NASA.

What do I expect?
A PhD degree in a field related to carbon cycle science, including but not restricted to Earth System
Science, Geography, Atmospheric Sciences, and Biogeosciences. Scientists with experience in terrestrial
ecosystem modeling and programming (Fortran, IDL/ENVI, Matlab) are especially encouraged to apply.
The initial appointment is for one year, and may be extended for at least another year. Salary is
commensurate with experience. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. To
apply, please submit via e-mail a brief statement of research interests and goals, with a complete CV, and
contact information for three references to Wolfgang Buermann (buermann at ucla edu). Applications will
be accepted through 31 March 2011 or until a suitable applicant is found.

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PhD Student for impacts of disturbance and land use change on the continental-scale carbon budget of North America
Posted: March 22, 2011
Location: The University of Tennessee in Knoxville

The University of Tennessee in Knoxville (UTK) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seek a PhD-level graduate student to participate in a NASA-funded research project to assess the impacts of disturbance and land use change on the continental-scale carbon budget of North America. The student will be expected to lead the mapping component of the project, using the start-of-the-art in remotely-sensed data and tools to develop spatially- and temporally- explicit data sets on disturbance frequency, extent and severity. The primary focus of the project is to develop these data sets to drive ecological process models to assess disturbance-climate feedbacks; but opportunities also exist for the student to design research addressing other questions, including but not limited to modeling and prediction of insect outbreaks, fire emissions, and forest management and societal impacts.
The desired candidate will have a degree in ecology, forestry or other relevant environmental science discipline. A candidate with experience using software tools for Geographic Information Systems (e.g. ArcGIS) and satellite image analysis (e.g. ERDAS, ENVI) is highly desirable. Good communication and scientific writing skills are also of high importance.
The full-time graduate assistantship is available in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (http://eeb.bio.utk.edu) at UTK and includes a tuition waiver, stipend (starting at ~$23,000 / year), and health insurance. The student will be required to enroll in the graduate school at UTK and the program will include collaboration with researchers at the Climate Change Science Institute (http://climatechangescience.ornl.gov/) at ORNL.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and résumé via e-mail to Daniel Hayes (hayesdj@ornl.gov). The position is available immediately, and the student should plan to begin their program no later than fall semester 2011.

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3.5yrs PhD position in Ecology & Policy at ETH
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: Zurich, Switzerland

We are seeking a motivated PhD student to join the Grassland Sciences Group @ ETH Zurich. The Thesis is implemented in the project "Environmental Controls of Forest Growth in Switzerland". Mercator fellowships were developed to bridge Plant Sciences with Policy

for more information please follow the link: http://www.plantscience.ethz.ch/education/science_policy/Phd_students.

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POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN BIOSPHERE-ATMOSPHERE SURFACE INTERACTIONS
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: France

BACKGROUND: We are seeking a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE to i) further develop a process-based global land surface model (ORCHIDEE) used within the IPSL Earth system model for climate simulations (IPCC-AR5) and ii) strengthen a newly established ERC research team that aims to quantify and understand the role of forest management in mitigating climate change. To this aim, the energy budget calculations within ORCHIDEE and its coupling to LMDz need to be further developed. In particular the current big leaf approach used to simulate the mass and energy transfers should be replace by a multi-source representation. of the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum.

HOME INSTITUTION: Laboratoire des Sciences du Climat et de l'Environnement (LSCE, Gif-sur-Yvette). LSCE is a joint research unit of the Commissariat à LEnergie Atomique et des Energies Alternatives (CEA), the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) and Université de Versailles Saint Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ). LSCE employs over 320 researchers covering 30 different nationalities. Their research mission is to contribute to a better understanding of the interactions between human activities in the Earth System, environment and climate dynamics at different time scales.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The major focus of the position is placed on research and code development. The successful candidate will reinforce and widen the expertise of the team while strengthening synergies within the LSCE and LMDz. Research duties include all of the following: literature study, model development (ORCHIDEE land surface model), data processing, and model validation (ORCHIDEE-LMDz; a coupled climate land-surface model), participation in scientific conferences and publication in peer reviewed international journals. The successful candidate will be encouraged to generate external funding in her/his area and as such contribute to further establishing the team. The position is available for up to 3 yrs.

QUALIFICATIONS: Given the interdisciplinary nature of the research we are seeking for a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D in for example climatology, boundary layer meteorology, meteorology or physics. A broad interest in natural sciences more specifically biogeochemistry, land-atmosphere interactions and ecosystem services is essential. Rather than for a specific training, we are looking for a candidate who is able to demonstrate her/his ability to develop code, solve numerical schemes and publish peer-reviewed papers. Priority will be given to candidates who can demonstrate experience in programming (especially in Fortran language), manipulating large data sets and working in a multi-disciplinary team.

REQUIRED CONTENT OF THE APPLICATION There are no specified forms. Applications and inquiries should be sent to Sebastiaan Luyssaert (Sebastiaan.Luyssaert@lsce.ipsl.fr) and Philippe Peylin (peylin@lsce.ipsl.fr). Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statement of motivation, research interests and expertise and names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two references. The position is immediately available and will remain open until filled with review of applications and interviews starting on March 21st and if needed April 8th. Salary follows national directives and is adjusted for work experience. A dual position may be explored in case the partner has a background in line with the research activities of the LSCE.

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3 year Scientist in Micrometeorology
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: University of Goettingen, Germany

The Bioclimatology group at the Georg-August University of Goettingen, Germany seeks a Senior Scientist for eddy covariance flux research

Responsibilities Research at eddy covariance flux towers in Germany (Hainich, Leinefelde, Solling) and Indonesia (Bariri, Central Sulawesi) on carbon, water and energy fluxes between forest and atmosphere. Tasks include: field measurements using the eddy covariance technique and standard micrometeorology, analysis and interpretation of new and already existing data, design of new measurements, presentation of results nationally and internationally, publishing in peer-reviewed journals and teaching (4 semester hours).

Requirements Dynamic, creative and motivated scientist with PhD in meteorology, physics, plant ecology, ecophysiology, environmental sciences or related disciplines, previous postdoc experience is a plus. Experience with eddy covariance flux measurements and interest in experimental work at field sites in Germany and Indonesia is required, programming abilities a plus. Good knowledge of English and German as working languages is essential. Driving license required.

Benefits We offer a 3-year senior scientist position with possibility of extension up to max. 6 years in an international research group focusing on biosphere-atmosphere interactions using eddy covariance, stable isotopes, ecosystem and regional climate modeling at one of the top universities in Germany (www.uni-goettingen.de/bioclimatology). The candidate has the opportunity to develop his/her own research line and to write a habilitation. For candidates with less experience this position can also be filled on a postdoc level. Salary and social benefits are provided according to German rules (E 13 TV-L) and depend on previous research experiences.

Application Applications, including CV, a list of publications, description of teaching and research track record and names and contact details of referees should be sent to Prof. Alexander Knohl, bioklima-job@gwdg.de. Review of applicants will continue until the position is filled. Preferred start date is April 1, 2011.

The University strives to increase its proportion of female staff and specifically encourages qualified women to apply. Disabled persons with corresponding aptitude for the position will be favoured.

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Scientists for ecology and environmental science
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: Cambridge, UK

Computational Ecology and Environmental Science Group, Microsoft Research.

The goal of the research carried out within the Computational Ecology and Environmental Science Group (CEES) is to advance the science of ecology toward the point where it can make useful, quantitative predictions about populations, species, communities and ecosystems. Our research spans a broad range of areas in ecology and environmental science, with all, ultimately, focused on developing new kinds of global models, including but not limited to models of the carbon-climate feedback, other biogeochemical cycles, and global ecosystem function. Therefore, permanent scientists in CEES will have the freedom to pursue their own scientific agenda, but also be highly interested in working cooperatively as part of a team of inter-disciplinary scientists in a way that cuts across traditional ecological sub-disciplines, and enables us collectively to achieve our ambitious longer-term goals. Potential CEES scientists should also be interested in contributing to an important CEES goal of developing new computational tools to make this kind of research possible, and sharing these tools with the scientific community. We are open to applicants from a wide range of disciplines including but not limited to ecosystem science, behavioural ecology, eco-physiology, soil science, population and community ecology, and Earth System science. For more information see http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/groups/ecology/default.aspx .

If you might be interested in joining us, please contact the head of CEES, Dr Drew Purves ( dpurves@microsoft.com ) or any other member of CEES, for more information (please include ‘scientist’ in the subject line). We will begin review of applications on February 16th. Microsoft Research offers a competitive salary and benefits package and flexible working opportunities.

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Research Biologist
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: Idaho State University

Position: open until filled

The Center for Ecological Research and Education (CERE) and the Department of Biological Sciences at Idaho State University seeks a full-time research specialist to work in CERE, whose mission is to 1) facilitate individual research in environmental studies, and 2) provide a framework for collaborative, interdisciplinary teaching and research that is focused on ecological principles and problems. The position will involve a combination of lab and field work as well as administration. Half time of the position will be to coordinate, manage, run and maintain analytical instrumentation in the CERE and satellite laboratories. General lab tasks will include ordering supplies and maintaining instrumentation as well as training undergraduate and graduate students in research related tasks. The other half time of the position will be to coordinate instrumentation, collection, and chemical analysis of water, soil and vegetation samples from field sites initially in Arizona and also in Idaho, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Colorado. Other duties include collection and processing micrometeorological and environmental data, laboratory incubations and analysis of soil, resin, and water extracts on analytical instruments. Field research can be physically strenuous, including some long days outside in hot or cold conditions, and will involve some travel. Possible late hours may be associated with collection and processing. This position requires an independent, organized, and motivated individual with demonstrated research skills. The successful candidate will be someone genuinely excited by research with a strong desire to learn and ability to troubleshoot. Above all, the candidate must be personable and enthusiastic about working in a collaborative group environment. For additional information about the department or the position please feel free to contact Dr. Kathleen Lohse in the Department of Biological Sciences at klohse@isu.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Driver license; BA/BS degree in ecology, hydrology, biology, chemistry or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Firsthand experience with analytical instrumentation; coursework in soils, ecology, chemistry and experience in the field, instrumentation lab analytical techniques (automated spectrophotometry, high temperature combustion organic carbon and nitrogen analyzer and isotopes), and soil and water collections and methods.

Application process:

You must apply for the job through the HR job postings at ISU

1) Go to www.isujob.net

2) Apply to job posting #2011089

3) You will need to upload a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or resume and list of references (3 names and contact information).

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Research Assistant for Ecosystem Ecology Lab
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: Indiana University

We are seeking a highly-motivated individual to join our research team at Indiana University in investigating the influence of fire and invasion by Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) on nutrient cycling. The position is part of a broader research effort to better understand the interaction between fire and plant invasions in eastern forests (funded by the Joint Fire Science Program) and the degree to which plant-soil feedbacks contribute to the success of invasive species. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct field work in local forests (~15% of time), prepare and analyze plant tissue and soil samples in the lab (~70% of time), and help with data analysis and manuscript preparation (~15% of time). The research assistant will be mentored by Dr. Luke Flory (www.lukeflory.com) and Dr. Richard Phillips (sites.bio.indiana.edu/~phillipslab). Successful applicants will gain experience in numerous biogeochemical and field sampling methods, be involved in data acquisition and analysis, and will collaboratively participate in manuscript preparation.

Qualifications: M.S. or B.S. in ecology, environmental science or related field - completed by spring 2011. Experience with field ecology methods, soil sampling and soil/water analysis, and data organization/analysis is preferred.

Employment duration: We are seeking an individual for full-time employment (~40 hr per week) for 1 full year starting in April or May 2011. Continued employment through July 2011 is possible but dependent on funding.

Job Requirements: A willingness to conduct moderately physical activity in the field under adverse conditions (i.e. heat, high humidity, insects, etc.) is essential. The successful applicant will also need to have access to a reliable vehicle for fieldwork (mileage will be reimbursed).

Salary: Compensation is $11-13/hour. Note: This position does not include benefits. We can assist with finding affordable housing in Bloomington.

To apply: Please send an email to the address below which includes 1) a brief cover letter describing why you’re interested in the position, and 2) a resume that details pertinent courses (with grades) and the names and contact info of two references.

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Post-doc Scholar Position, “Assessing the Vulnerability of Species and Ecosystems to Potential Future Climate Change in the Pacific Northwest”
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: Dept. of Geosciences, Oregon State University

Oregon State University Department of Geosciences invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar to work on a project assessing the vulnerability of species and ecosystems to potential future climate change in the Pacific Northwest (http://gec.cr.usgs.gov/info/nccwsc/vulnerability/). The postdoc will run various mechanistic models, including LPJ, a dynamic global vegetation model, under future climate scenarios and analyze the simulated changes in climate and vegetation across the study area. A particular focus of this research will be to evaluate the potential impacts of climate change for species and habitats on managed lands (e.g., national parks, fish and wildlife refuges, etc.). The postdoc will work closely with conservation and natural resource managers to design analyses and products that will assist in the development of management responses to climate change.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual with a background in ecosystem, global change and/or conservation related research, demonstrated experience working with process-based vegetation and/or ecosystem models, computer programming skills (e.g., FORTRAN, C++, etc.) with the capability to quantitatively and graphically evaluate large data sets, strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues. A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment and applicants must have obtained their Ph.D. within the last three years.

Application instructions: Please e-mail a cover letter describing your research interests and relevant experience, CV, and the names and contact information for at least three references to Dr. Sarah Shafer (sshafer@usgs.gov). This position is available for an initial one-year period, starting immediately, with possibility of renewal for a second year subject to performance and availability of funds. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Applications will be reviewed beginning Feb. 7, 2011, and will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Post-doc in ecosystem model-data synthesis
Posted: March 11, 2011
Location: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

PalEON: a PaleoEcological Observatory Network to assess terrestrial ecosystem models

Post-doctoral position in ecosystem model-data synthesis is available in the Dietze lab at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Duties:

Candidate will be expected to work collaboratively within aninterdisciplinary research group of paleoecologists, statisticians, andmodelers with the aim of assimilating paleoecological data for northerntemperate forests into a suite of regional-scale ecosystem models. Theprimary responsibility is to coordinate model-data inter-comparisonactivities and shared data among the modeling teams, to analyze modeldynamics, and to assess model-data fidelity across multiple models. Thesecondary responsibility is to help complete the Ecosystem Demographymodel runs for the model-data inter-comparison. Research questions focuson validating ecosystem models at centennial time-scales, makinginference about pre-settlement ecosystem dynamics and biogeochemicalcycles, and exploring the sensitivity of models to historicalvegetation.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are a doctoral degree in a relevant ecological orenvironmental science. The ideal candidate would have experience withmore than one of the following areas: ecosystem models, paleoecologicaldata, Bayesian statistics, R, linux, computer programming, dataassimilation, and climate downscaling techniques.
Salary is $35,000-40,000 commensurate with experience and qualificationswith to two years of funding available.

The University of Illinois is anEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Evaluation of applications is rolling with a preferred start May 2011Interested applicants are encouraged to send a CV and cover letter withthe names and contact information of three references to Melinda LaBorglaborg@igb.uiuc.edu. For more information contact Dr. Michael Dietzemdietze@illinois.edu or visit http://www.life.uiuc.edu/dietze andhttp://www.paleonproject.com

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Post-doctoral opportunity in NASA remote sensing project
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey (close to NYC)

Duration: 12 months, starting March-April-May 2011 or soon thereafter.

This position will support a NASA-sponsored research project aimed at mapping changes in aboveground live standing dry biomass, canopy cover, height, and understory density in the dryland environments using data from the NASA Earth Observing System instruments MISR and MODIS. It will be based at Montclair State University, 14 miles from Manhattan (there is a rail station at each end of campus).

Required:

PhD in a relevant field. Background in moderate resolution remote sensing of vegetation and vegetation structure and large-scale mapping. Advanced programming skills required (ideally: C, Fortran, shell scripting, Unix environment, ERDAS Imagine SML and/or ENVI, IDL, ArcGIS). You should be motivated to pursue a career in science and legally eligible to work in the USA.

Desirable skills and knowledge:

Knowledge of multi-angle remote sensing theory, techniques, and algorithms; modeling of the BRDF/canopy reflectance, advanced mathematics including numerical methods and non-linear optimization; geospatial statistics and modeling; image processing; statistical data analysis; skill with graphics, visualization, and spreadsheet packages; atmospheric modeling in the solar wavelengths for the correction of satellite-acquired remote sensing data over land.

Duties:

Collaborate with the PI to advance mapping of vegetation canopy structure and aboveground biomass in the southwestern US. This will involve manipulation of large volumes of data from NASA Earth Observing System satellites, the development of appropriate scripts and science algorithms, collation and use of reference data for validation; and substantial contributions to the preparation of manuscripts (including at least one first-authored manuscript). The recipient may also be asked to provide limited assistance to graduate students who are engaged to work on aspects of this project.

This position is supported by a grant from NASA and is thus contingent upon the availability of grant funds. Montclair State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity located 14 miles west of New York City on a beautiful 246-acre suburban campus.

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Associate Senior University Lecturer Aquatic Carbon Cycling Modelling
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Lund University, Sweden

Lund University is one of Europe's leading academic institutions, combining centuries of tradition with dynamic development and innovation. Areas of education and research include technology, science, law, social sciences, economics, medicine, the humanities, theology and the performing arts. The university has around 46 000 students and 6 000 employees. Lund University is an active member of the leading international network League of European Research Universities (LERU) and Universitas 21, and is one of eleven academic institutions within the Öresund University. We have agreements with over 600 partner universities in about fifty countries around the world.
The Division of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Analysis, which is part of the Department of Earth and Ecosystem Sciences, employs approximately 90 people today, of whom about 30 are PhD students. Research is organized in research groups that focus variously on remote sensing and GIS, biogeophysics/biogeochemistry, climatology, ecosystem analysis and geomorphology. We study landscape and ecosystem processes using laboratory studies in controlled conditions, field data collection and modelling. At undergraduate level we offer two BSc courses, “Physical Geography” and “Meteorology and Biogeophysics” as well as five MSc programs, all with an international focus (http:/www.nateko.lu.se).
Basic facts regarding the position
Reference no: 2173
Closing date for applications: March 14, 2011
Date of appointment: Immediately
Placement: Department of Earth and Ecosystem Sciences, Division of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Analysis
Trades unions at Lund University: OFR, SACO and SEKO
Information about the position: Professor Anders Lindroth, +46-(0)46-222 0474 alt +46-(0)70-573 8633, anders.lindroth@nateko.lu.se; Director of Studies Harry Lankreijer, +46-(0)46-222 4967, harry.lankrejer@nateko.lu.se
Information about conditions of employment and the application process: Faculty Personnel Manager Gunilla Thylander, +46 (0)46 222 40 32, gunilla.thylander@kanslin.lu.se

Description
Research and teaching in the division has, until now, been focused on terrestrial ecosystems. We now wish to extend our range to aquatic ecosystems, fresh water and/or marine ecosystems, here primarily focused on the carbon cycle, modeling and processes.
Postadress Box 118, 221 00 LUND Besöksadress Sölvegatan 37 Telefon dir 046-222 4032, växel 046-222 00 00 Telefax 046-222 40 24
E-post gunilla.thylander@kanslin.lu.se Internet www.science.lu.se
2 (3)
The object is to reach a better understanding of the earth’s global systems, which demands the interconnection of processes in the marine and the terrestrial environments. The successful candidate will work with the terrestrial modeling group at the division, which comprises about 10 people, and with a marine environmental science group at the Division of Geology within the same department.
The appointment is initially limited to four years, but can be made permanent following an evaluation procedure.
Research and supervision of doctoral students in the subject area of aquatic carbon cycle processes and modeling (at least 80%) and teaching. The focus of the research has purposely been left relatively open to allow applications from candidates from a wider range of interests. Undergraduate teaching of the courses associated with the subject area. Some development of course content where relevant. The successful candidate is expected to actively seek participation in international collaborative projects within the subject area. The content of the job description, as well as the balance between research and teaching, may change over time.
Qualifications
To be eligible for an appointment as associate senior lecturer, a person must, according to Chapter 4, Section 8a of the Higher Education Ordinance (SFS 1993:100), have successfully completed a PhD degree or have corresponding scientific competence in a relevant subject area. A person who holds a foreign degree that is deemed equivalent to a doctorate shall be qualified for appointment as associate senior lecturer.
Priority should be given to candidates who have completed their degree no more than five years before the last date for applications. Candidates who have completed their degree earlier than this should receive equal priority if special grounds exist, for example leave of absence because of sickness, parental leave and other similar circumstances.
The main assessment criteria for appointment are scientific and teaching skills, greater weight being attached to scientific skills. In evaluating the latter, experience in marine carbon cycle modelling plus proven ability in successfully applying for research funds from external funding sources are particularly relevant. An important element of the candidate’s assessment is the extent to which the candidate, through her/his experience and skills, is considered to be able to complement and strengthen research and teaching at the Division of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Analysis. Considerable importance is also attached to documented co-operative skills. Several years’ post-doctoral experience as well as experience of planning, developing and teaching courses are favorable.
Excellent English language skills and good communication skills are required.
Regulations for evaluation of qualifications for teaching positions are given in Chapter 4 Section 15 Higher Education Ordinance (SFS 1993:100), in Lund University Teacher Appointment Regulations and in the Strategic plan of Lund University.
The University strive to achieve an even gender balance. Therefore, applications from women, as well as from men, are encouraged.
Promotion to a permanent position as senior lecturer
An associate senior lecturer shall on application be promoted to a permanent position as senior lecturer, if he or she is qualified for such an appointment and is in addition deemed suitable in the light of the grounds of assessment established by the institution for promotion to senior lecturer.
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•Well documented scientific competence or other skills important for the subject of the position or the tasks included. Commentary: The Faculty of Science will place great emphasis on the applicant having been appointed to docent (habilitation).
•Well documented pedagogical skills. Commentary: The Faculty of Science will place great emphasis on the applicant having shown interest for pedagogical development, for example by attending classes in university teaching, and an ability to teach in Swedish and English.
•Good standing as a scientist, nationally and internationally. Commentary: The Faculty will, with consideration to the character of the subject, place great emphasis on the ability to successfully apply for research grants from national and/or international funders.
•Ability to advise graduate students. Commentary: When judging the ability to advise students, the Faculty will also place emphasis on the ability to advise master’s theses.
•Ability to develop, lead and carry out education and research.
•Good academic leadership abilities and other personal abilities of importance for the position.
•Ability to interact with society and inform on research and development.

An application for promotion to a permanent position as senior lecturer is to be submitted to the relevant teacher’s appointment board at the latest 8 months before the appointment as assistant senior lecturer ends. The application for promotion is to be judged by the teacher’s appointment board after acquisition of the opinion of at least two experts on the subject.

Required content of the application
The Faculty Board has specified instructions for the application and its accompanying documents. These can be found at the Internet address:
English - http://www.naturvetenskap.lu.se/o.o.i.s/11729
(Swedish - http://www.naturvetenskap.lu.se/anstallning)
Information can also be obtained upon request by e-mail or ordinary mail.

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Director, Geophysical Institute
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: University of Alaska Fairbanks

Position Announcement: The Geophysical Institute, University of Alaska Fairbanks, seeks a Director with vision and experience to provide the leadership and management required to address fundamental and applied scientific questions in geophysical research of global, national, and state importance. The Director is expected to participate in scientific strategic planning required to address these issues. The Director reports to the Vice-Chancellor for Research and has administrative and budgetary responsibility for the research programs of the Geophysical Institute (GI). This includes major research facilities operated by the Institute such as, the Alaska Earthquake Information Center, Alaska Satellite Facility, Alaska Volcano Observatory, and Poker Flat Research Range. GI research programs include aeronomy, atmospheric sciences, cryospheric sciences, geology, infrasound, remote sensing, solid earth geophysics, and space physics. Graduate studies leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in all of these fields are conducted in partnership with Colleges and Schools on the UAF campus. The GI also supports a variety of undergraduate research projects. The GI has approximately 350 total employees, including technical and administrative staff, graduate students (66), and faculty (55). The annual budget of the Geophysical Institute is $35M in total funding. The salary and benefit package for this position is competitive, with the opportunity for appointment with tenure. Further information on the Institute can be obtained at http://www.gi.alaska.edu/

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have an earned doctorate in a discipline related to geophysical science or have demonstrated exceptional capabilities in research administration and advocacy. Candidates should possess an outstanding record of research accomplishment and qualify for a tenured faculty appointment in an academic department of the University. The candidate's record should also demonstrate significant administrative leadership that includes the ability to work collaboratively with research centers, academic units, and other administrative entities within the University system; the ability to attract and sustain external support; facilitating scientists in the advancement of their research; an understanding of the broad range of research and scholarship associated with a research institute; and extensive management experience leading a major research enterprise in an academic, government, or industry setting. Familiarity and ability to work closely with U.S. Federal agencies supporting geophysical and polar science is essential.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position: The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership through: the ability to think critically and strategically; excellent oral and written communication skills; the ability to build and work with teams; an understanding of the diverse sponsorship issues facing research scientists; demonstrated accomplishments in collaborating and working with groups of faculty, senior campus leadership, and executive level personnel from business and government. A broad knowledge of federal regulations and funding agency practices, private sector funding and contracts requirements, and legal compliance requirements is required. A demonstrated commitment to a diverse faculty, staff, and student population is expected.

Application: Candidate's should submit a letter of application and current vitae through the on-line application system at: http://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=72626. The application letter should include your vision for the Geophysical Institute as a major international research enterprise, specific areas of research interest, management style, and significant relationships with research funding agencies. The application may include a statement of personal research goals. Finalists will be asked to provide contact information for four references. The position will remain open until filled, with application review scheduled to begin Feb 15, 2011. For additional information, applicants can contact:

Dr. Dan White, Chair of Geophysical Institute Director Search Committee
Director, Institute of Northern Engineering
PO Box 755910
University of Alaska Fairbanks, 99775-5910
Email: dmwhite@alaska.edu
Phone: 907-474-6222

The appointment of the Director will be made by the President of the University of Alaska, upon the recommendation of the Chancellor of the University of Alaska Fairbanks, with review by the President of the National Academy of Sciences, according to the Act of Congress which established the Geophysical Institute in 1946. UAF is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution.

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Ph.D. student to work on satellite remote sensing of atmospheric CO2 and CH4
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Germany

The Emmy-Noether junior research group "Remote Sensing of Greenhouse Gases for Carbon Cycle Modelling (RemoteC)" at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (http://www.kit.edu), Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research – Atmospheric Trace Gases and Remote Sensing (http://www.imk-asf.kit.edu/), Germany, has a job opening for a Ph.D. student to work on satellite remote sensing of atmospheric CO2 and CH4.

Background.
Man-made climate change is largely attributed to the anthropogenic emissions
of CO2 and CH4. The carbon cycle processes that control CO2 and CH4 concentrations in the
Earth's atmosphere, however, lack quantitative understanding. Remote sensing of CO2 and CH4
concentrations from space and ground has the potential to deliver significant new insight into
the relevant processes. The goals of the junior research group "RemoteC" are (1) to infer CO2
and CH4 concentrations on the global scale from satellite observations, (2) to develop robust
ground-based instrumentation for validation of the satellite retrievals, and (3) to relate the
measurements to the relevant biogeochemical processes through a modelling framework.
Job description. The Ph.D. student will work within task (1). The candidate will infer atmospheric
CO2 and CH4 concentrations from space-based spectroscopic observations such as conducted
by the GOSAT satellite. An existing retrieval method based on radiative transfer modelling
will be applied and further refined to optimize accuracy. The Ph.D. student will aim at
processing global datasets and at detecting regional and seasonal patterns and trends.

Tasks.
- Retrieval of atmospheric CO2 and CH4 concentrations from global satellite observations
(e.g. GOSAT) using existing software.
- Validation of the satellite retrievals in collaboration with our 'ground-based' FTIR team.
- Further improvement of the retrieval method with focus on high accuracy.
- Interpretation of the detected patterns and trends in collaboration with our modelling
team.
- Publication in peer-reviewed literature and attendance of international meetings.

Requirements.
- Diploma/masters or equivalent degree with above-average grades in physics, meteorology
or a related subject.
- Good programming skills (Fortran, Python, Linux).
- Good knowledge of the English language.
- Previous experience in atmospheric remote sensing and radiative transfer modelling would
be an asset.

Offer.
We offer a wealth of supporting expertise on atmospheric remote sensing at one of
Germany's foremost research institutions for natural sciences and technology. The appointment
will start as soon as possible for 3 years according to public service salary rules (50%).
Contact. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your application
as one pdf file, in German or English, including a cover letter, preferred starting date, curriculum
vitae, and contact details of 2 referees to Dr. André Butz (andre.butz@imk.fzk.de).
For further information please contact Dr. André Butz (andre.butz@imk.fzk.de, phone ++49
721 6082 4231).

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PhD Student inverse modelling of sources and sinks of CO2 and CH4
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Germany

The Emmy-Noether junior research group "Remote Sensing of Greenhouse Gases for Carbon Cycle Modelling (RemoteC)" at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (http://www.kit.edu), Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research – Atmospheric Trace Gases and Remote Sensing (http://www.imk-asf.kit.edu/), Germany, has a job opening for a Ph.D. student to work on inverse modelling of sources and sinks of CO2 and CH4 based on remote sensing observations.

Background.
Man-made climate change is largely attributed to the anthropogenic emissions of
CO2 and CH4. The carbon cycle processes that control CO2 and CH4 concentrations in the Earth's
atmosphere, however, lack quantitative understanding. Remote sensing of CO2 and CH4 concentrations
from space and ground has the potential to deliver significant new insight into the relevant
processes. The goals of the junior research group "RemoteC" are (1) to infer CO2 and CH4
concentrations on the global scale from satellite observations, (2) to develop robust ground-based
instrumentation for validation of the satellite retrievals, and (3) to relate the measurements to the
relevant biogeochemical processes through a modelling framework.

Job description.
The Ph.D. student will work within task (3). The candidate will aim at quantifying
sources and sinks of CO2 and CH4. Space-based and ground-based remote sensing measurements
will be used as observational constraints in an atmospheric transport and surface flux
model. The Ph.D. student will in particular investigate the benefit of simultaneous modelling of CO2
and CH4 (and/or other species) in a common framework. The project is a collaboration with modelling
teams at Wageningen University and Utrecht University, The Netherlands, who develop the
global atmospheric transport model TM5 and its variants TM5-4DVAR and CarbonTracker. The
candidate is expected to conduct research visits to our modelling partners.

Tasks.
- Running a variant of the TM5 model with remote sensing constraints.
- Implementing a framework for simultaneous modelling of CO2 and CH4 (and/or other species).
- Intensive collaboration within the "RemoteC" team and with our modelling partners.
- Publication in peer-reviewed literature and attendance of international meetings.

Requirements.
- Diploma/masters or equivalent degree with above-average grades in physics, meteorology or
a related subject.
- Good programming skills (Fortran, Python, Linux) and strong interest in scientific computing.
- Good knowledge of the English language.
- Previous experience in atmospheric transport and surface flux modelling is an asset.

Offer.
We offer a wealth of supporting expertise on atmospheric sciences at one of Germany's
foremost research institutions for natural sciences and technology. The appointment will start as
soon as possible for 3 years according to public service salary rules (50%).
Contact. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your application as
one pdf file, in German or English, including a cover letter, preferred starting date, curriculum vitae,
and contact details of 2 referees to Dr. André Butz (andre.butz@imk.fzk.de).
For further information please contact Dr. André Butz (andre.butz@imk.fzk.de, phone ++49
721 6082 4231).

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Post-doc Remote sensing of atmospheric CO2 and CH4
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Germany

The Emmy-Noether junior research group "Remote Sensing of Greenhouse Gases for Carbon Cycle Modelling (RemoteC)" at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (http://www.kit.edu), Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research – Atmospheric Trace Gases and Remote Sensing (http://www.imk-asf.kit.edu/), Germany, has a job opening for a postdoctoral scientist to work on development of a robust ground-based spectrometer for remote sensing of atmospheric CO2 and CH4.

Background.
Man-made climate change is largely attributed to the anthropogenic emissions of CO2
and CH4. The carbon cycle processes that control CO2 and CH4 concentrations in the Earth's atmosphere,
however, lack quantitative understanding. Remote sensing of CO2 and CH4 concentrations
from space and ground has the potential to deliver significant new insight into the relevant processes.
The goals of the junior research group "RemoteC" are (1) to infer CO2 and CH4 concentrations
on the global scale from satellite observations, (2) to develop robust ground-based instrumentation
for validation of the satellite retrievals, and (3) to relate the measurements to the relevant biogeochemical
processes through a modelling framework.

Job description.
The postdoctoral scientist will address task (2). The candidate will develop and
deploy a ground-based spectrometer for measuring shortwave-infrared absorption bands of CO2 and
CH4. While achieving the required accuracy, the instrument should be sufficiently robust and versatile
to be operated at the optimal geolocation even under harsh conditions. Potentially interesting
locations are the tropics and high-latitudes where the current monitoring network only provides
sparse observations. Project planning foresees 2 dedicated measurement campaigns. In the long
term, the instrument should prove suitable for monitoring networks.

Tasks.
- Development of a robust ground-based spectrometer for the shortwave-infrared spectral range.
- Deployment of the spectrometer at campaign sites.
- Retrieval of CO2 and CH4 concentrations from the ground-based measurements.
- Publication in peer-reviewed literature and attendance of international meetings.

Requirements.
- Ph.D. in physics or a related field.
- Previous experience in optical instrumentation and spectroscopy.
- Good knowledge of the English language.

Offer.
We offer a wealth of supporting expertise on atmospheric remote sensing at one of Germany's
foremost research institutions for natural sciences and technology. The appointment will
start as soon as possible with an initial contract for 3 years according to the TVL salary rule for public
service employees. Subject to mid-term approval, project funding will be available for 5 years.
Contact. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your application as
one pdf file, in German or English, including a cover letter, preferred starting date, curriculum vitae,
list of publications, and contact details of 2 referees to Dr. André Butz (andre.butz@imk.fzk.de).
For further information please contact Dr. André Butz (andre.butz@imk.fzk.de, phone ++49 721
6082 4231).

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Director - US CLIVAR Project Office
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: CLIVAR Project Office, Washington, DC

This is a new, full-time one-year term position with possibility of extension. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN WASHINGTON, DC. Initial consideration will be given to applications received prior to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 25, 2011. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.

UCP - Joint Office for Science Support (JOSS)
CLIVAR Project Office, Washington, DC
Paid relocation per UCAR's relocation policy

Full announcement.

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Associate Professor
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: University of Utah

The Global Change and Ecosystem Center at the University of Utah seeks applications for an Associate Professor tenure-track position. Tenure, teaching assignments, and laboratory facilities for the candidate selected will be in one of four departments (Atmospheric Sciences, Biology, Geology & Geophysics, or Mathematics), depending on the qualifications of the individual. We seek an interactive colleague with an established research program that is relevant to environmental science issues in natural or urban systems, or regional landscapes, and who is interested in participating in multidisciplinary research in addition to their own established research program. Preference will be given to a candidate who can also take advantage of existing campus-wide analytical facilities, such as Utah’s Stable Isotope Ratio Facility for Environmental Research. Information about the center is available at http://environment.utah.edu and questions about this position may be directed to Jim Ehleringer at jim.ehleringer@utah.edu. We welcome applications from minorities and women.

Applications, including an application letter, statements of both research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, copies of three relevant publications, and at least three letters of reference, sent directly from the referees, should be sent electronically to: GCEC_search@utah.edu. The review of applications will begin on February 15, 2011 and will be accepted until March 15, 2011.

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Two Post doc positions
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: University of Wollongong - near Sydney, Australia

http://employment.uow.edu.au/cgi-bin/job_details.cgi?id=23845
Associate Research Fellow/ Research Fellow Faculty of Science - University of Wollongong - near Sydney, Australia.
Fixed Term 3 Years (Part Time may be considered)
New Opportunities for Researchers in Atmospheric Sciences
Do you have an interest in atmospheric measurements and/or atmospheric modelling? If so, you are invited to join an international collaborative research effort in the fields of tropospheric ozone, greenhouse gases and the carbon cycle. Two new positions are available for Associate Research Fellow /Research Fellows at the University of Wollongong's Centre of Atmospheric Chemistry to work on two ARC Discovery Projects over the next 3 years.

• You will join the current 15 member team at the Centre for Atmospheric Chemistry to work with state-of-the -art remote sensing and in situ instrumentation and analysis methods and/or global chemical transport models
• You will enjoy collaborative opportunities with partner institutes in America (the California Institute of Technology and the National Center for Atmospheric Research), Germany (the University of Bremen) and New Zealand (the National Institute for Water and Atmosphere).
• You will possess a PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
• You must be willing to travel
  

Preference may be given to candidates with direct experience in atmospheric measurements or modelling or to someone with a background in spectroscopy.
Enquiries regarding these positions should be directed to Dr Clare Murphy on 4221 5065 or Professor David Griffith on 4221 3515.
Applications Close 27 February 2011

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IIASA postdoc Fellowship
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Vienna, Austria

28 FEB DEADLINE
Applications are being accepted for postdoctoral fellowships at the International Institute for Applied Systems (IIASA), located just outside Vienna, Austria. Applications should be submitted on-line at http://www.iiasa.ac.at/Admin/PDOC/apply_iiasa.html, where you can also find detailed information on the program’s goals, conditions and eligibility, application procedure, etc. The application deadline is February 28, 2011.

IIASA is an international institution, supported by eighteen governments, that supports international teams of researchers engaged in studies aimed at providing policy insight on issues of regional and global importance.

Candidates for the IIASA Postdoctoral Program can apply to work with any of IIASA’s research programs on projects related to driving forces of global change, advanced systems analysis, or IIASA’s 3 global problem areas -- Energy and Climate, Food and Water, and Poverty and Equity. (Link to an overview of IIASA’s research activities.) An essential part of the on-line application is a research plan outlining the intended work at IIASA and a discussion of the relevance of the planned research for IIASA's agenda. Applicants are encouraged to contact the leader of the IIASA program of interest as they prepare their applications. (Link to a list of Program contacts.)

Applicants must have an advanced university degree equivalent to a Ph.D at the time of taking up the post-doc position, a proven record of research accomplishments, and a solid working knowledge of English. The typical period for IIASA-funded postdoctoral support is 12-24 months.

We want to spread the word about this great opportunity as widely as possible. Please help by forwarding this announcement to as many appropriate colleagues, graduate students, graduate department secretaries, career service departments, and listservs as possible, and post it on appropriate websites.

To learn more about IIASA, consult the IIASA Website (www.iiasa.ac.at). A flyer advertising the program is available here. Please post or distribute it as appropriate.

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Secretariat Director for 2012-2014
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Switzerland

GEO is inviting applications for the position of Secretariat Director for the period 2012-2014.

Details can be found on the GEO Secretariat web site.
http://www.earthobservations.org/ag_geosec_eo.shtml

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Post-doc Carbon Cycling in Soil
Posted: Feb 21, 2011
Location: Finland

The Ecosystem Change Unit of the Natural Environment Centre in the Finnish
Environment Institute is looking for A POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST

Temporary employment from 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2013.
The main task of the post-doctoral scientist will be to do research on carbon cycling in
soil, especially from the point of view of climate change. The job will include
laboratory work, such as analyses on soil chemistry, physics and biology, as well
experiments making use of carbon and nitrogen isotopes. The work is also related to
modeling carbon cycling in soil and the development of Yasso07 soil carbon model.
The successful candidate should have a doctor's degree or a master's degree plus
already advanced postgraduate studies, enthusiasm for scientific research and good
oral and written skills of English language. Knowledge on functioning of forest
ecosystems, especially soil, understanding of systems analysis, ability of report and
publish research results in scientific forums, good communication skills and ability to
work as a member of a research team are considered as assets. An extension in the
above-mentioned two-year employment period is possible.

The salary will depend on the grading based on job requirement, personal
performance level and experience (approximately between 3350-3810 euros per
month).

For more information on the position, please contact leading researcher Jari
Liski tel. +358 (0)40 748 5088. Further information about SYKE can be found
at www.environment.fi/syke.

The applications should be submitted electronically to kirjaamo.syke@ymparisto.fi
latest on March 4, 2011 within the office hours, not later than 15.15 (CET time).
Alternatively, the paper application may be sent to the following address: Finnish
Environment Institute, Registry Office, P.O.Box 140, FI-00251 Helsinki, Finland.
Helsinki 15th February 2011
FINNISH ENVIRONMENT INSTITUTE

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Technical Officer (Eddy Flux & Rainout Shelters)
Posted: Feb 7, 2011
Location: Sydney, Australia

Level: HEW 6
Establishment No: 7005628
Institute/Office: Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment
College/Division: College of Health and Science

We are seeking to appoint a Technical Officer (Eddy Flux & Rainout Shelter) who will be responsible for the installation, calibration, and maintenance of a wide range of environmental sensor systems and associated data collection devices at the rainout shelter and eddy covariance flux tower installations.
The Technical Officer (Eddy Flux & Rainout Shelter) will also provide specialised technical support to achieve the objectives of funded research programs that will enable scientists to manipulate rainfall timing and magnitude to field-test projected future climate conditions on trees at the rainout shelter installation, and the continuous measurement of carbon and water exchange in a section of native Australian woodland at the eddy covariance flux tower installation.

Web: www.uws.edu.au/hawkesburyinstitute
Remuneration Package: HEW Level 6 $62,022 to $66,505 p.a. plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading
Position Enquiries: Professor David Tissue, 4570 1853 or d.tissue@uws.edu.au; or Dr David Harland, 4570 1125 or d.harland@uws.edu.au
Closing Date: Sunday 27 February 2011
How to Apply: Go to the web site http://uws.nga.net.au/cp/ and scroll to the job reference 049/11. Click on the reference number and follow the instructions at the bottom of the page on ‘How To Apply’.

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Team leader for biometrics study in the peat forest
Posted: Feb 7, 2011
Location: Brunei Darussalam

We invite applicants for a position supervising forest census work in Southeast Asian peat forest. The goal is to set up a long-term forest plot to study the population dynamics of Shorea albida and the carbon balance of tropical a peat forest. The position will require intensive field work. Responsibilities will include topographic surveys, tagging and dendrometer banding of trees, and preparation of botanical specimens. Candidates with a background in forest census work, tropical botany and field experience are preferred. Malay or Indonesian language skills will be helpful. The one-year position is based in Brunei and funded by the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology.

This task is part of a larger project on carbon cycling in tropical peat forest. The position offers the opportunity to work with an international team of scientists who are characterizing carbon fluxes, biogeochemistry and hydrology at the same site.

If interested, please contact Alex Cobb (alex.cobb@smart.mit.edu).

To learn more about CTFS and SIGEO, visit our websites (http://www.ctfs.si.edu andhttp://www.sigeo.si.edu)
and newsblog (http://ctfsnews.blogspot.com)

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Post-doc position announcement
Posted: Feb 7, 2011
Location: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate at the Energy Biosciences Institute
(http://www.energybiosciencesinstitute.org/) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team looking at the
biogeochemical and biophysical consequences of land use change associated with the deployment of biofuel crops. The successful candidate will have experience with a wide range of measurements related to carbon and water fluxes (e.g. eddy covariance and soil chamber systems) in addition to other trace gases associated with traditional and alternative agricultural systems. The successful candidate will have a firm understanding of the physiology underlying the major components of the carbon and hydrological cycles that are influenced by vegetation. The ability to manage large datasets, to process micrometeorological data and to publish results in peer-reviewed journals is essential.

As the successful candidate will be a part of a multidisciplinary team, strong communication skills and the ability to integrate knowledge across disciplines is required. The successful candidate should also have research interest in plants as biofuel feedstocks.

The start date for this position is June 1, 2011. Questions about this position should be addressed to Carl Bernacchi (bernacch@illinois.edu). Interested parties should send a letter of application, CV and the names and contact information of three referees via email to Melinda Laborg (laborg@uiuc.edu). Applications will be reviewed starting 15 March 2011.

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Postdoctoral Fellowship
Posted: Feb 7, 2011
Location: University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame's Environmental Change Initiative (ND-ECI) is accepting applications for a postdoctoral fellowship. The position is part of PALEON, an initiative to statistically estimate changes in forest composition in the northeastern U.S. over the past 2000 years and to assimilate these estimates into ecosystem models. Establishing an empirical estimate of decadal-to-centennial variations in forest composition will serve as a baseline for assessing recent human impacts on forests and as a benchmark for validating mechanistic terrestrial ecosystem models. Data for estimating forest change in PALEON come from modern and historical forest surveys and from the paleoecological record. The postdoctoral fellow will be supervised by Dr. Jason McLachlan at Notre Dame, with substantial statistical collaboration from Dr. Chris Paciorek at UC Berkeley, and other PalEON team members.

Initial efforts will focus on developing a coherent inferential framework for estimating ecological variation across foress from the Great Lakes to New England. Strong applicants will possess a background in hierarchical Bayesian modeling, especially spatial modeling and/or data assimilation. Expertise in vegetation ecology and paleohistorical methods is also desirable. The position is available for a two-year period, subject to annual performance review. We will consider applications on a rolling deadline. Funding is available for an immediate start, but we will consider start dates as late as summer 2011. Please email your CV and a cover letter with the names and contact information of three references to Jason McLachlan (jmclachl@nd.edu). The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Physiological ecology postdoc fellowship
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Los Alamos National Laboratory, New Mexico USA

Postdoctoral Fellowship at Los Alamos National Laboratory: Mechanisms of vegetation survival and mortality during drought

We seek a motivated individual to study the physiological mechanisms of vegetation survival and mortality in relation to warming and drying climate. The primary objective of our study is to test current mortality theories including carbon starvation, hydraulic failure, and metabolic limitations. The study is employing individual and combined precipitation removal and heating (open-top chamber) manipulations in a mature piñon-juniper woodland. Depending on the candidates' interests, the position may focus on field and/or laboratory work, including, but not limited to: plant carbon balance, plant water balance, and isotopic analysis (including the use of Tunable Diode Laser Spectroscopy).

An example of a similar experiment, upon which this new project is based upon, can be seen here: http://per.ORNL.gov/McDowell.html

A summary of current hypotheses we wish to test can be seen here:
http://www.plantphysiol.org/cgi/content/short/pp.110.170704?keytype=ref&ijkey=vDB5uz54G703fqt

The successful candidate will work within a large, interdisciplinary team consisting of staff, postdocs, graduate students, technicians, and undergraduate interns, including multiple governmental and academic collaborators. There will be substantial technical support for the successful candidate, allowing them to focus primarily on data analysis and writing.

Required skills include empirical experience in the field or laboratory with any of the above focal areas, strong publication record, effective written and oral communication skills, eagerness to work in a team environment, and a Ph.D. pending or received within the last five years.

Note only candidates with strong resumes, i.e. good record of publication, should apply. The experiment is funded for five years, but to cover this postdoc I will solicit internal funding for a prestigious "Director's Fellowship" via an extremely competitive process that is based largely on the candidates resume and letters. Particularly outstanding candidates may be considered for the J. Robert Oppenheimer, Richard P. Feynman or Frederick Reines Fellowships. Information on LANL postdocs, including salary and benefits, can be found here: http://lanl.gov/science/postdocs/ Please do not apply through this LANL website.

Los Alamos is located at 7,500' in the Southern Rocky Mountains, has >300 days of sunshine per year, four distinct seasons, and is a fabulous place to do science. A somewhat out of date website on my lab group can be found here: http://climateresearch.lanl.gov/

Initial applications should include a resume and a concise statement of your future research goals. To apply or to request more information, please contact Nate McDowell (mcdowell@lanl.gov).

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Programmer
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Greenbelt, USA

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:
Sigma Space Corporation seeks an experienced Programmer to provide website support and development and scientific data management. The position will be located at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. The successful candidate will:
• Support the maintenance and update of North American Carbon Program, and the Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems Focus Area, and related websites.
• Develop software for processing and manipulation of data and metadata for data management.
• Generate result summaries, graphics, and reports.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. in Computer Science, an Earth Science, or Physics.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a combination of the items listed below.
• Interest and enthusiasm for programming in a team environment.
• Good communication skills in order to be able to clearly and concisely describe results and communicate effectively.
• WWW Development experience including:
• Use of the Perl programming language to interact with relational databases, specifically using the DBI module to interact with MySQL.
• A sound understanding of SQL, HTML, Javascript, KML, and secure web application development.
• Developing software under variants of UNIX.
• Source code control, specifically Subversion.
Desirables:
• Scientific knowledge in some domain of carbon cycle science.
• MySQL database administration.
• Scientific Data Management experience.
• Use of C++, Perl, PHP, Python, or Java.
• Use of KML to display geospatial data in Google Earth and Map.
• Manipulation of data in file formats such as netCDF.
• Scientific "use" metadata (e.g. CF-Metadata Conventions) and"discovery" metadata standards (e.g. Mercury, FGDC).
• Familiarity with OPeNDAP, THREDDS, and RAMADDA.

Please apply online at: http://Jobs.SigmaSpace.com/?idHRJobPosition=114

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Research Assistant in Ecosystem Ecology Lab
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Indiana University

We are seeking a highly-motivated individual to join our research team at Indiana University in investigating the influence of fire and invasion by Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) on nutrient cycling. The position is part of a broader research effort to better understand the interaction between fire and plant invasions in eastern forests (funded by the Joint Fire Science Program) and the degree to which plant-soil feedbacks contribute to the success of invasive species. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct field work in local forests (~15% of time), prepare and analyze plant tissue and soil samples in the lab (~70% of time), and help with data analysis and manuscript preparation (~15% of time). The research assistant will be mentored by Dr. Luke Flory (www.lukeflory.com) and Dr. Richard Phillips (sites.bio.indiana.edu/~phillipslab). Successful applicants will gain experience in numerous biogeochemical and field sampling methods, be involved in data acquisition and analysis, and will collaboratively participate in manuscript preparation.

Qualifications: B.S. in ecology, environmental science or related field - completed by spring 2011. Experience with field ecology methods, soil sampling and soil/water analysis, and data organization/analysis is preferred.

Employment duration: We are accepting applications from those seeking full-time employment (~40 hr per week) during summer 2011. Preference will be given to applicants that are available to start working on a part-time basis (at least ~10 h per week) starting in April and/or work part-time during the fall.

Job Requirements: A willingness to conduct moderately physical activity in the field under adverse conditions (i.e. heat, high humidity, insects, etc.) is essential. The successful applicant will also need to have access to a reliable vehicle for fieldwork (mileage will be reimbursed).

Salary: Starting salary is $11/hour (and may be greater depending on experience). Note: This position does not include benefits.

To apply: Please send an email to the address below which includes 1) a brief cover letter describing why you’re interested in the position, and 2) a resume that details pertinent courses (with grades) and the names and contact info of two references.

Dr. Luke Flory
sflory@indiana.edu

**Please include “Summer Research Assistant” in the title of your email**

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Technician: Soil carbon and CO2 exchange in grazed pastures
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: New Zealand

We are seeking a capable person to join our research team to provide technical support to a research programme focussed on soil carbon and greenhouse gas exchange in pasture-based agriculture. The successful applicant will primarily be involved in the collection of high quality CO2 exchange data from eddy covariance and chamber systems located at agricultural sites and carrying out a range of field and laboratory experiments.

More information can be found on www.jobs.waikato.ac.nz (vacancy 300404)

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PhD biosphere-atmosphere exchange of C and N trace gases
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Braunschweig, Germany

Job vacancy at the Johann Heinrich von Thünen Institute (vTI)

The Institute of Agricultural Climate Research (AK) of the Johann Heinrich von Thünen Institute (vTI) invites applications for a PhD position in order to determine the current biosphere-atmosphere exchange of C and N trace gases in the International Natural Park Bourtanger Moor – Bargerveen, starting at earliest convenience. The position is a part-time employment (19.5 regular working hours/week) and limited to three years.

The above mentioned region is characterised by its large, predominantly cultivated raised bogs, today mainly under agricultural land use with intensive livestock husbandry. In order to evaluate the impact of nitrogen immissions, sound knowledge of the load situation is needed. The successful candidate will measure the N immissions with micrometeorological methods and the so called ‘ITNI approach’. Furthermore, he or she will study possible effects of elevated nitrogen inputs on the biosphere-atmosphere exchange of trace gases to better predict future C and N dynamics.

Job description:
- Micrometeorological measurements of NH3 concentration and N deposition in the planetary boundary layer
- Determination of N deposition using the ITNI approach
- Eddy-covariance measurements of CO2, water vapour and heat
- Data processing and analysis, quality control, presentation of results
- Scientific publications and project reports

Methods:
- Denuder system, eddy covariance, mass spectrometry, elemental analysis

Requirements: - M.Sc. (or similar) in Meteorology, Agricultural, Environmental or Soil Sciences, Forestry, Geoecology, Geography, Biology or related sciences - Experience with micrometeorological measurements and equipment, logger programming - Knowledge of transformation and exchange processes of C and N compounds in plant, soil and atmosphere - Experience in processing large datasets - Interest in experimental work and data analysis - High motivation and interest in tackling scientific problems, good command of English

Payment will be according to the German pay scale TVöD 13. Besides the employment, the opportunity for scientific professional training is provided, especially to do a PhD. The own results achieved in the project can be used for the PhD thesis.

The vTI supports gender equality at work and encourages female candidates to apply for this position.

Handicapped applicants are specially considered if equally qualified for the job; a minimum of physical fitness is required.

Enquiries and applications with the usual documentation (CV, cover letter, certificates) including the keyword ‘Bourtanger Moor’ shall be send (preferably by email) to:

Dr. Christian Brümmer
Institute of Agricultural Climate Research (AK)
Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institute (vTI)
Federal Research Institute for Rural Areas, Forestry and Fisheries
Bundesallee 50, D-38116 Braunschweig, Germany
Phone: +49 (0)531 596 2614
E-Mail: christian.bruemmer@vti.bund.de

Applications received by February 4, 2011 will receive full consideration.

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Assistant Professor in Biogeosciences
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio

The Department of Geology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor rank beginning August 22, 2011. Applicants should be broadly trained in the geosciences with expertise in the biogeosciences, specifically in the areas of geobiology, geochemistry, geomicrobiology, or paleoclimatology. Candidates must have interest and experience in environmental applications. The primary teaching responsibilities will include introductory geology and environmental science courses and advanced courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Advanced courses will be designed to attract students from the interdisciplinary areas of the candidate’s expertise. The candidate will contribute to interdepartmental programs, including environmental science and the University’s first-year seminar, advise undergraduate majors and new students, and participate in university service. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and the potential to supervise student research in her/his area of expertise. Current faculty expertise in the department includes mineralogy, igneous and metamorphic petrology, economic geology, process geomorphology, and physical sedimentology.

Wittenberg University is a small, private, residential undergraduate institution firmly committed to the liberal arts and sciences. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our website (www.wittenberg.edu) for details about the University and department. Wittenberg participates in AA/EOE/ADA. We encourage women and minority applicants to apply as we are committed to creating an ethnically and culturally diverse community. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.

Please submit a curriculum vitae, a statement about teaching and research in a liberal arts and sciences setting, and a list of at least three references (with phone numbers and e-mail addresses) to:http://wittenberg.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=22465

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NRC postdoctoral position in urban stream restoration and low-impact development
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Maryland

One National Research Council (NRC) postdoctoral position (RO# 22.03.05.B7455) is available for a study of urban stream restoration and low-impact development (LID). Support will be provided through the US Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) for 1 year with option for renewing based on progress and available funding. The postdoctoral scientist will work with Principle Investigator Dr. Paul Mayer (US EPA) and also with Dr. Sujay Kaushal (Univ Maryland-College Park), Dr. Peter Groffman (Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies), and Tom Schueler (Chesapeake Bay Stormwater Network) via a related study funded by Maryland Sea Grant. Time will be divided between Ada, Oklahoma and College Park, Maryland. Research will primarily involve synthesis, analysis, and publication of existing data on best management practices for nitrogen in restored urban streams and LID with potential for new measurements based on research interests of the postdoctoral scientist. Interested candidates should contact Paul Mayer (mayer.paul@epa.gov) for more information. Application deadline is 1 Feb 2011.

The link to NRC post-doc opportunity is:
http://nrc58.nas.edu/RAPLab10/Opportunity/Opportunity.aspx?LabCode=22&ROPCD=220305&RONum=B7455

What follows is a description of the NRC opportunity (RO# 22.03.05.B7455):

“Stream Restoration Strategies to Reduce Nitrogen Loads in Urbanizing Watersheds” Water quality and ecological condition of rivers and estuaries in the US have been adversely affected by excess nitrogen (N) derived from fossil fuels, N fertilizers, and sewage sources. Climate change, land-use change, and aging urban infrastructure will exacerbate the effects of continued N inputs. Watershed-scale restoration, Best Management Practices (BMPs), and Low Impact Development (LID) approaches are all increasingly being used in attempts to manage water quantity and quality and offset ecological impacts of urbanization. Because there may be considerable variability in benefits associated with these management approaches, water quality managers require science-based assistance for making management decisions. Research is in progress to develop models and decision support tools to guide management strategies for reducing watershed N loads based on current understanding of various watershed restoration approaches and the factors that contribute to variability in outcomes.

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Post-doc on parameter estimation in complex models
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Locatipon: Leipzig, Germany

The Department Computational Hydrosystems of the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ, Leipzig, works as a computational laboratory devoted to the development, validation, and integration of hydrological and soil-vegetation-atmosphere transfer models at different temporal and spatial scales. Spatial heterogeneity of land surface and subsurface characteristics are of central concern to the department. The department invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher on parameter estimation in complex models The increase of computing power has led to an increase in model complexity. This has equally increased the risk of model overparameterisation, which might lead to a reduction in predictive power due to parameter equifinality. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to develop efficient parameter estimation techniques aiming at reducing parameter complexity without compromising model efficiency and spatio-temporal representation. The successful candidate has a PhD/Doctorate in mathematics or natural sciences. He/she has strong computational and statistical skills and has proven experience in optimisation techniques. He/she is expected to develop a vigorous research program in collaboration with the other department members. We rely on a strong interest in team work and cooperation within the department. The department is a multi-disciplinary, young research team with strong mathematical and computational background. It operates a suite of complex models in hydrology and biosphere-atmosphere interactions. The candidate shall develop parameter estimation methods that are applicable to the different models. A good knowledge of English is required. We offer a position for three years with perspective (e.g. tenure) in a collaborative research environment. The department is well connected to national and international research programs (e.g. Tereno, Reklim, ICOS, Fluxnet). The place of work is Leipzig, Germany. Salary and benefits will be based on the Collective Agreement for the Public Service Sector. Physically handicapped persons will be favoured if they are equally qualified. Women are explicitly encouraged to apply to increase their share in science. Enquiries and applications with the usual documentation (curriculum vitae, certificates, list of publications and the contact information for three professional referees) shall be addressed to Prof. Dr. Sabine Attinger, +49 (0)341/235-1250, e-mail: sabine.attinger@ufz.de. We will begin reviewing applications on February 1st, 2011, and anticipate a start date ASAP.

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Research Specialist, Postdoctoral-level Position patterns and processes of human activities and associated movement of elements in urban ecosystems
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: University of California, Santa Barbara

A position at the postdoctoral level is available in the Earth Research Institute and Department of Geography at the University of California,
Santa Barbara, to study the patterns and processes of human activities and associated movement of elements in urban ecosystems.
The successful candidate will participate on a multi-investigator interdisciplinary project examining the relationship of household decisions to fluxes of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus. The work will focus on developing statistical relationships between fluxes and biophysical site factors that are part of a large database collected for the Twin Cities metropolitan region, Minnesota. The position is full time and offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. The initial appointment is for one year on the multiyear project; continuation beyond one year will be based on performance and availability of funding. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in geography, earth system science, environmental sciences, engineering, or a related field with demonstrated experience in statistical analysis and interpretation of observational data, ability to handle large datasets, proficiency with GIS skills, and a record of communicating research results. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. Applications will be reviewed starting on January 31, 2011. The position will remain open until filled. Please send a cover letter describing your research interests and experience, curriculum vitae, and names of three references to: Professor Jennifer King, email: jyking@geog.ucsb.edu.

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Postdoc opportunity in Ecology and Biogeochemistry of Biofuel Production
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: University of Illinois

Ecology and Biogeochemistry of Biofuel Production: The University of Illinois and Energy Biosciences Institute seek a creative and energetic postdoctoral associate with strong background in ecosystem ecology to join a collaborative team (Evan DeLucia and Carl Bernacchi) conducting research on biogeochemical cycling and land use change associated with biofuel production. The objective of the research is to assess the ecological sustainability of deploying energycane in Florida on land previously used for pasture by measuring carbon fluxes and storage, methane fluxes, ecosystem water use, and nitrate leaching. The successful candidate will be involved in quantitative measurements of key components of the biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen and water. The associate will be located at the University of Illinois with extensive travel to research sites in Florida. Initial funding is available for two years beginning 15 March 2011. Questions about this position should be addressed to Carl Bernacchi (bernacch@illinois.edu). Interested parties should send a letter of application, CV and the names and contact information of three referees via email to Melinda Laborg (laborg@uiuc.edu). Applications will be reviewed starting 15 February 2011.

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Post-Doctoral research position modelling Carbon Stores in Canada’s National Park Ecosystems
Posted: Feb 1, 2011
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Parks Canada is mandated to protect and present nationally significant examples of Canada's natural and cultural heritage in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations. Climate change is and will continue to impact Canada’s protected areas, and the Government of Canada is committed to protect its heritage resources through mitigation and adaptation actions. While focusing on the role of its protected area establishment and management programs in contributing to ecosystem-based climate change adaptation, Parks Canada also recognizes the important role healthy ecosystems play in storing and sequestering carbon. We are seeking a post-doctoral fellow (one year period with possible extension) to undertake research in order to meet the following objectives.
Objectives
Parks Canada requires quantitative results of targeted research into the role of its protected heritage areas (national parks, national marine conservation areas, and national historic sites within large natural areas), in storing and sequestering carbon, relative to other land/water uses. In particular, it is seeking answers to the following questions for major terrestrial natural regions/biomes of the country:
1. How much carbon is currently stored in national park ecosystems relative to other/surrounding land uses (e.g., industry, urban development, etc.)?
2. How does the amount and distribution of carbon in national park ecosystems vary with natural disturbance regime (e.g., fire, insect outbreaks) relative to other land uses?
3. How do park management practices (e.g., aimed at maintaining or restoring ecological integrity) influence park ecosystem carbon dynamics relative to other land management practices?
4. How is the amount of carbon in national park ecosystems predicted to change over time, in response to climate change and other stressors relative to other land uses?

Proposed Research Program
A research program designed to address the questions above will include:
• Development or refinement of models of carbon dynamics in non-forest ecosystems that would be 1) integrated with models for forest ecosystems (CBM-CFS3), and 2) applicable at the local (park) scale.
• Application/validation of the model(s) at one or more national parks in different regions of the country with varying alternative land uses (e.g., degree and type of current or predicted industrial or urban development) and natural disturbance regimes.
• Investigation of the feasibility of linking carbon dynamic models for forest and non-forest ecosystems with down-scaled/regional climate models (and associated ecosystem responses to predicted climate change) to predict future changes in carbon stock and dynamics for various timeframes (i.e. timeframes used for reporting under the UNFCCC as well as more ecologically relevant timeframes).
• Examination of utility of the approach to identifying priority areas for park establishment/ecosystem management that would maximize carbon storage and sequestration.

Qualifications

The candidate must have excellent research, and writing and communication skills and hold a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline with a strong background in the use and/or development of carbon cycle models for terrestrial ecosystems.
• Be approved in the NSERC Visiting Fellowship in Canadian Governments Laboratories Program
http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PD-NP/Laboratories-Laboratoires/index_eng.asp
• Have a relevant peer reviewed publication record.
• Have a strong interest in applying scientific results to policy development and decision-making
• Have excellent oral and written English communication skills
• Be expected to work closely with Parks Canada and Canadian Forest Service scientists to design and implement a research program to address the questions outlined above
• Be based in either Gatineau (Quebec) or Vancouver BC and able to travel among Gatineau, Vancouver and Victoria BC for extended periods (e.g., a month or more).

For further information contact:
Marlow G. Pellatt, Ph.D.
Coastal Ecologist
Parks Canada, Western and Northern Service Centre
300-300 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 6B4 Canada
Email: marlow.pellatt@pc.gc.ca

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MS or PhD: nutrient co-limitation in northern hardwood forests
Posted: Jan 10, 2011
Location: SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY

Ruth Yanai is recruiting one or two graduate students, MS or PhD, to participate in a multi-investigator project on nutrient limitation of young and old northern hardwood stands at Hubbard Brook, Jeffers Brook, and Bartlett Experimental Forest, New Hampshire, USA. Simulation modeling using Rastetter's Multi-Element Limitation model could contribute to this project, as could field studies, for example on foliar response to treatment and resorption of nutrients prior to leaf fall.

Visit http://www.esf.edu/melnhe for more information. If you are interested in this project, contact Heather Engelman atforestecology@esf.edu for access to the password-protected documents. (before Jan 9, contact rdyanai@syr.edu) For information about the department of Forest and Natural Resources Management at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY, visit http://www.esf.edu/fnrm . Instructions for applying and application forms are available on line athttp://www.esf.edu/graduate/admission.htm. US students from under-represented groups may be eligible for college and university-wide Diversity Fellowships.

Ruth D. Yanai, Professor, Forest and Natural Resources Management
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY 13210
http://www.esf.edu/fnrm/faculty/yanai.asp
phone: 315 470-6955 fax: 315 470-6954

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Program coordinator for sustainable management of California ecosystems
Posted: Jan 10, 2011
Location: UC Irvine

The Center for Environmental Biology (CEB) at the University of California, Irvine seeks a Program Coordinator to facilitate research programs focused on sustainable management of California ecosystems, and to conduct original research in partnership with local land managers. The position involves opportunities to collaborate with several faculty at UC Irvine, and with managers of public lands in southern California interested in applied research in ecology and sustainable management. The position will be approximately 50% coordination and data synthesis and 50% research-oriented. The ideal candidate will have research interests pertaining to ecosystem services, as well as the ability to interact with a diverse group of stakeholders interested in the future of California’s biological resources. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in environmental biology, conservation biology, environmental science, ecology, or a related field. Appointments will be made at the post-doctoral or project scientist depending on experience. Candidates should send a cover letter explaining their interests and experience along with a c.v. and the names of three references to Diane Pataki, dpataki@uci.edu. More information about CEB can be found at http://www.uciceb.com. Applications will be reviewed beginning Jan. 15, 2011, and the position will remain open until filled.

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Post-doctoral opportunity: Tracing population linkages of stream gobies in Hawaii using microchemistry
Posted: Jan 10, 2011
Location: UW-Madison Center for Limnology, University of Wisconsin

The McIntyre lab group in the Center for Limnology at the University of Wisconsin seeks a post-doc to use the microchemistry of fish otoliths to infer individual movement histories and population connectivity. The work is part of a larger team project to quantify linkages among populations of at-risk stream gobies across the Hawaiian archipelago by merging population genetic, field assessment, and environmental chemistry approaches. PIs include Mike Blum (Tulane), Jim Gilliam (NC State), and McIntyre. Otolith work is conducted in close collaboration with Nate Bickford (U of Great Falls).

The post-doc will lead the collection, preparation, and chemical analysis of otoliths as well as subsequent statistical analysis and manuscript preparation. This will include samples from conspecific gobies collected from dozens of watersheds across five islands, yielding unusually rich biogeochemical datasets. Two types of chemical analyses are of interest: trace element profiles (pilot work included 18 isotopes of 13 elements) by LA-ICP-MS to characterize the chemical environment during natal, larval, and post-settlement periods; and O isotope ratios by ion microprobe to reconstruct thermal histories during larval and post-settlement periods. Results will be interpreted in evolutionary, population, landscape, and conservation contexts.

The expected task list has five components: joining the field team for roughly three months of intensive sampling throughout the Hawaiian archipelago in spring 2011; preparation and analysis of otoliths; statistical analysis of the 2011 dataset as well as an extensive pilot dataset; preparation of multiple manuscripts on otolith results; and contribution to team manuscripts synthesizing overall results of the project. Additional opportunities for involvement in other otolith-based projects in my lab group also may be available.

Experience in both field work and environmental chemistry, a successful publication record, and a positive, team-oriented attitude are essential qualifications. Candidates with specific experience in the preparation and elemental/isotopic analysis of fish otoliths (or other carbonates) are particular encouraged to apply. The successful applicant must be able to work independently on otolith analyses, but also contribute to the esprit de corps of my lab group and the broader project team. Please see my website for more project details and lab philosophy: http://limnology.wisc.edu/personnel/mcintyre/

The position will begin on or around 1 February 2011, and funding is available through at least May 2012 (pending performance). A competitive post-doc salary will be offered, including UW-Madison benefits package. Aside from field work, the position will be based at the Center for Limnology of the University of Wisconsin in Madison. The Center' is home to a world-renowned aquatic sciences research group, and features a vibrant atmosphere in which collegial interactions among faculty, staff, post-docs, and graduate students are the norm. Madison is widely recognized for its high quality of life, lively culture and arts scene, and easy access to natural areas. Costs of living are moderate, and public buses or bicycle paths are easy transportation options.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, CV, three relevant reprints (in pdf form), and phone & email addresses of three references to Denise Karns (dkkarns@wisc.edu). The letter of interest should explicitly address relevant experience/expertise in both field and lab settings. Review of applications will begin Dec 26 and will continue until the position is filled. Any questions about the position may be directed to Pete McIntyre (pmcintyre@wisc.edu).

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Researcher in ecosystem ecology
Posted: Jan 10, 2011
Location: Department of Ecology , Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala

Subject area: Ecosystem ecology has as its primary objective to explain the cycles of the biologically most important elements; today these cycles are greatly perturbed by human activities. The research conducted by the holder of this position should be directed towards the cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus in terrestrial ecosystems at the level of the ecosystem. An important aspect is the interactions between the cycles of these elements. The research can be experimental at field and laboratory scale or by the use of mathematical models.

Duties: Develop own research projects within the subject area and conduct research in close collaboration with researchers at the department. Participating in proposals for financial support, supervising students, and contributing in activities within the department are important components of the job for example, by some teaching.

Qualifications: Applicants should hold a PhD degree in the subject area or a foreign degree deemed to be equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants should also have been appointed Associate Professor or have equivalent and have an experience of terrestrial ecosystem ecology, theoretically or experimentally.

Assessment criteria: In the appointment of research, special weight shall be accorded to academic skills.

Required documents to be submitted: The application should be written in English. The following documents should be included with each application: CV including a publication list, PhD diploma, copies of no more than five publications, a description of previous research and other activities of relevance for the position (maximum two pages), and a description of current research interests and planned research that the applicant intends to carry out within this position (maximum two pages). Names and addresses of at least two persons able to provide references for the candidate should also be provided. The application and all enclosed documents should be submitted in triplicate.

We welcome your application marked with ref no 3685/2010.
Please submit your application to the Registrar of SLU, P.O.Box 7070, S-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden or registrator@slu.se no later than January 10, 2011.

The application should be written in English.

Further information: Göran Ågren Professor +46 (0)18-67 24 49 goran.agren@ekol.slu.se

A full announcement can be found at www.slu.se/sv/for-dig-som/lediga-anstallningar/

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Terrestrial Biogeochemistry
Posted: Jan 10, 2011
Location: Bioemco Grignon, Paris, France

We invite applications for a position as a postdoctoral researcher to work in the area of trace gas studies of biosphere-atmosphere exchange, based in the research lab Bioemco Grignon, near Paris, France. The main focus of the position will be on the gross fluxes of carbon and water between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere, and the response of terrestrial systems to climate change. The project combines modelling and observations, including automated measurements of atmospheric trace gases (e.g., CO2, H2O, isotopes, CH4, Carbonyl Sulfide) with laser spectroscopy instruments. The candidate is expected to spend time in the field. This may include three months continuously in 2011 as part of a research team on climate change experiments in the High Arctic tundra in Thule, NW Greenland.

A PhD degree in a discipline such as environmental science, chemistry or physics is required. Scientists with experience in trace gas and isotopic measurements and/or modelling are encouraged to apply. The working language in the group is English, proficiency in French would be beneficial.

The initial appointment is for one year, and may be extended for up to 2.5 years. Employment is through University Paris 6, France. Salary is commensurate with experience. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. To apply, please submit via e-mail a brief statement of research interests and goals, with a complete CV, and contact information for three references to Ulli Seibt (ulli.seibt at grignon inra fr). Applications will be accepted through 31 Jan 2011 or until a suitable applicant is found.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Terrestrial Biogeochemistry
Posted: Jan 10, 2011
Location: UCLA

The Department of Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences at the University of California Los Angeles, is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work in the area of trace gas studies of biosphere-atmosphere exchange. The main focus of the position will be on the gross fluxes of carbon and water between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere, and the response of terrestrial systems to climate change. The project combines modelling and observations, including automated measurements of atmospheric trace gases (e.g., CO2, H2O, isotopes, CH4, Carbonyl Sulfide) with laser spectroscopy instruments. The candidate is expected to spend time in the field. This may include three months continuously in 2011 as part of a research team on climate change experiments in the High Arctic tundra in Thule, NW Greenland.

A PhD degree in a discipline such as environmental science, chemistry or physics is required. Scientists with experience in trace gas and isotopic measurements and/or modelling are encouraged to apply.

The initial appointment is for one year, and may be extended for up to three years. Salary is commensurate with experience. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. To apply, please submit via e-mail a brief statement of research interests and goals, with a complete CV, and contact information for three references to Ulli Seibt (useibt at ucla edu). Applications will be accepted through 31 Jan 2011 or until a suitable applicant is found.