A POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP in Forest
Soils/Ecosystem Ecology is available at the
University of Maine studying the biogeochemistry
of northern forested watersheds. The focus of
this position is the long-term evolution of
ecosystem response to a changing chemical and
physical environment. The Research Associate
will have primary responsibilities on a long-term
paired watershed program of biogeochemical
research, including a whole ecosystem stable
isotope experiment, and will also have
opportunities to be involved in climate change
adaptation work in the Climate Change
Institute. The Research Associate will be part
of a collaborative team of soil scientists,
stream ecologists, geochemists, and
microbiologists. Collaborators directly involved
with these programs represent the Department of
Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences, School of
Biology and Ecology, Department of Earth
Sciences, Department of Civil and Environmental
Engineering, the Climate Change Institute, and the USDA Forest Service.
The successful candidate must have an earned
Ph.D. in forest soils, ecology, biogeochemistry,
or related discipline. Strong interpersonal and
communication skills, and the ability to work
effectively with a wide range of constituencies,
are required. Experience in both field and
laboratory ecological research, and in the
application of stable isotope tracer techniques
in ecological research, are highly
desirable. The ability to develop manuscripts
and proposals, deliver presentations, and conduct
field research and travel (requiring a valid
drivers license) are critical to this
position. The initial appointment is for one
year, with the potential for an additional year
of reappointment. Finalists for this position
must complete necessary background checks. Review
of applications begins September 16, 2011.
To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and three letters of reference to:
Dr. Ivan J. Fernandez
University of Maine
5722 Deering Hall Room 1
Orono, ME 04469-5722
Tel: 207-581-2932
Fax: 207-581-2999
[email protected]
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Ivan J. Fernandez, Ph.D.
University of Maine
5722 Deering Hall - Room 1
Orono, ME 04469-5722
USA
Phone: (207) 581-2932
FAX: (207) 581-2999
e-mail: [email protected]
Department of Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences
http://www.umaine.edu/pse/
Climate Change Institute
http://www.climatechange.umaine.edu/
School of Forest Resources
http://www.forest.umaine.edu/
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