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The Max-Planck-Institute for Biogeochemistry in Jena, Germany, is offering a PostDoc or PhD Position on the quantification of global patterns regarding soil carbon and related properties The Independent Junior Research Group "Biogeochemical Model-Data Integration" at the MPI for Biogeochemistry (http://www.bgc-jena.mpg.de/bgc-mdi) is dedicated to a better understanding of the role of Vegetation-Soil feedbacks for biogeochemical cycles within the Earth System. In particular we are focusing on the interaction between the carbon and water cycles at different spatial and temporal scales. The exploration and synthesis of local data (e.g. ecosystem carbon and water flux data, soil profile information) and spatial data (e.g. remote sensing, spatial data bases) plays a pivotal role in this context. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of a global database of properties related to soil carbon dynamics: Apart from classical depth profiles, particular emphasis may be on organic layers, microbial properties as well as profile of isotopic tracers. The database will be used for model evaluation within the Quasom project, however, the candidate will be able to analyze this data with respect to his/her specific scientific questions as well. Data collection will be largely based on mining published and grey literature, data bases from projects etc. Key requirements for the positions are strong communication skills, experience with (soil) ecological data, and good knowledge of scientific English. Candidates with background (Diploma or equivalent) in any quantitative science (e.g. geo-ecology or other geo-science, environmental and natural sciences, applied mathematics, statistics or computer science) are eligible for these positions, given their strong motivation to complement their past training. Experience with at least one of the following topics is helpful: soil or vegetation ecology, statistical data analysis incl. geostatistics, geo-information systems. We offer you an international, highly creative and dynamic work environment at one of the European key institutions for biogeochemical cycle studies. The training and qualification of the candidate is regarded as an important goal within the group and the candidate is likely to achieve a high attractiveness in diverse professional fields through the methodological competence gained during the anticipated project. Jena is an attractive, lively town with a strong university, several high-tech companies, a beautiful hilly landscape and fast train connections to Metropolitan Areas like 2.5 hours to Berlin. The PostDoc position will be part-time (approx. 50%) for three years. Alternatively, the PhD position will be for two years with an option for extension. Salary follows the rules of the German public service or is granted as scholarship on a case basis. The Max-Plank-Society seeks to increase the number of female scientists and encourages them to apply. Handicapped persons with comparable qualifications receive preferential status. Please include in your application your motivations, curriculum vitae, copies of your high-school and academic certificates, a list of publications/presentations/qualifications, and names and contact information of at least two references. Please also attach the 1-3 most representative and valuable examples of your past scientific work (submitted manuscripts will of course be treated confidentially). Applications should arrive before 20.05.2009 at: Max-Planck-Institut für Biogeochemie; Corinne Sacher; Postfach 100164; D-07701 Jena, or preferably via e-mail as one or two pdf-files to csacher(at)bgc-jena.mpg.de; regarding questions please contact Dr. Markus Reichstein via mreichstein(at)bgc-jena.mpg.de or at ++49-3641-576273. Interviews are anticipated for the 26th of May. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Von: Miguel Mahecha mmahe...@bgc-jena.mpg.de Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry Jena Ansprechpartner: Corinne Sacher, csac...@bgc-jena.mpg.de ---------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Mehr Informationen zu SCIENCE-JOBS-DE finden Sie im WWW unter der Adresse http://jobs.uni-hd.de, insbesondere zu den Themen An/Abmelden, Informationen fuer Anbieter und "Netiquette" - more information on SCIENCE-JOBS-DE is available on the Web at http://jobs.uni-hd.de, especially regarding subscription and unsubscription, information for offerings and "netiquette".
