Research Assistant Short-rotation cropping systems for bioenergy A research assistant position is available immediately within the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at North Carolina State University to conduct research on the development of short-rotation cropping systems for bioenergy plantations. The work will be conducted at two field labs in the Piedmont and lower coastal plain physiographic regions of North Carolina. Emphasis will be placed on quantifying above- and belowground productivity and the environmental consequences of intensive, short rotation cropping for soil nutrients, carbon, and water. The successful candidate will have a background in plant physiology, forestry, ecology, or related field, be willing to perform field work and help maintain the experiment, and have a solid work ethic. Interested persons should contact Dr. John S. King ([email protected]). Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a B.S. or M.S. in forestry, forest ecophysiology, or related field. Experience in a forestry-related field is advantageous, as is experience in tree physiology measurements, carbon and nutrient cycling studies, and soils. To view the full position description and apply: complete an online EPA profile at http://jobs.ncsu.edu and attach your complete CV, transcripts, contact information for three references. NCSU is an EO/AA employer. In addition, NCSU welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. For ADA accommodations contact Tori Batista-Brooks, [email protected]. Phone: (919) 515-2407, fax: (919) 515-3169. Proper documentation of identity and employability in the United States will be required.
