Postdoctoral Research Network Process Oriented Earth System Model Evaluation Linked to Observations (POMELO) Location: Laboratoire des Sciences et du Climate ette Environnement (LSCE), Paris Saclay
Project: We are seeking creative and innovative scientists to form a collaborative research group focused on carbon-climate feedbacks within the Earth System. The project will focus on using an array of global measurements, observations, and simulations to improve our understanding of global net carbon exchange and its component processes of respiration and photosynthesis. Specifically, we are interested in how isotopes and remote sensing can be utilized to constrain the global carbon cycle and its representation in Earth System Models (ESM). This project is being supported by the French Make our Planet Great Again initiative. Postdoctoral researchers will have the opportunity to collaborate with scientists in active research groups at LSCE and the University of Montana in Missoula. Postdoctoral Position #1: This position will focus on using atmospheric 14C as a tracer in simulations of Earth's carbon cycle. Specifically, the successful candidate will evaluate how effective ESMs are at simulating 14C content of the various pools and fluxes in the biosphere (in collaboration with Philippe Ciais). Postdoctoral Position #2: This position will focus on using atmospheric 13C as a tracer of Earth surface processes. Specifically, we are interested in using network observations of atmospheric 13C to detect stomatal response to water stress and comparing responses to Earth System Model (in collaboration with Frederic Chevallier). Postdoctoral Position #3: This position will focus on using new remote sensing techniques to investigate the sensitivity of photosynthesis to environmental stressors from continental to global scales. Potential projects include evaluating how novel satellite observations may improve regional atmospheric inversion estimates (in collaboration with Philippe Peylin). Required Skills & Experience: * Expertise in ecosystem carbon and nutrient dynamics * Familiarity with land surface simulation models within ESMs * Programming skills in R, Python, C+, or Fortran * Excellent writing skills with ability to lead projects and follow through to publication * Demonstrated ability to collaborate with fellow scientists from different disciplines Applications: Interested applicants should send a current CV, 1 page letter describing their research interests and how they align with this project, as well as contact information for 3 references to Dr. Ashley Ballantyne (apballant...@gmail.com<mailto:apballant...@gmail.com>). These postdoc opportunities offer a generous stipend for 2 years as well as social and health benefits. Review of applicants will start in January 2019 and the anticipated project start date is May 1, 2019.
