Eddy Covariance Position Available in Alaska
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to help
to manage an ecosystem ecology laboratory and assist research personnel
in measurements of ecosystem-atmosphere exchange of carbon, water, and
energy fluxes based on eddy covariance methods. This position will be
key to an "International Polar Year -- Arctic Observatory Network"
project funded by the National Science Foundation with goals of
detecting climate change in the Arctic and its effects on global
systems. This position will also be key to a project funded by the U.S.
Geological Survey to understand the impacts of climate change in the
Yukon River Basin of boreal Alaska. Duties will include: (1) assist with
the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of
micrometeorological instruments, (2) perform data downloads, apply data
corrections (U-star, Burba) and gap-filling routines, perform
preliminary analysis, and quality checks, (3) interact with site
investigators, and (4) assist with data summary and analysis. Field work
will include several 2-3 week trips per year, plus additional trips to
maintain the continuous measurements at the field sites. Fieldwork will
be based primarily at the Toolik Field Station in northern Alaska and at
the Bonanza Creek Long Term Ecological Research site near Fairbanks,
with some travel to and work at the North East Science Station in
Cherskii, Russia. The desired candidate will possess: (1) demonstrated
experience with Campbell Scientific dataloggers, datalogger
programming), data collection software, communication peripherals, and
sensors, (2) strong personal communication and quantitative skills, (3)
self-motivation, independence and the ability to work with minimal
supervision, as well as ability and willingness to work with site
investigators, and (4) excellent organizational and documentation
skills. Required qualifications include a Master's or Bachelor's degree
in biogeochemistry, Earth system science, atmospheric science,
biometeorology, micrometeorology, or related fields, and/or significant
experience with eddy flux systems and biogeochemical processes. The
candidate will also need to possess a valid U.S. driver's license. The
successful candidate will be based at the Institute of Arctic Biology,
University of Alaska Fairbanks but she/he will also interact with
scientists at the Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA. For more
information about the position, please contact Dr. Syndonia Bret-Harte
[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>, who is the
supervisor for this position or Dr. Eugenie Euskirchen
[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>, who will also
work closely with the successful applicant.
This is a full-time fixed term position with benefits, with initial
appointment for one year and potential for repeated renewal upon
satisfactory performance. To apply, use the following link:
www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=70385
<http://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=70385>. You must
apply on-line, as we cannot accept your application any other way. For
your application, you will need to include a letter of application, a
c.v. or resume, transcripts, and the names, email addresses, and phone
numbers of three professional references. In your letter of application,
please explain how your experience, training, and professional goals
will apply to this project, and include anything that you think will
convince us you are the right person for the job. Letters of
recommendation may be sent to:
Margo Griffith
Employment Coordinator
Institute of Arctic Biology
University of Alaska Fairbanks
P. O. Box 757000
Fairbanks, Alaska 99775-7000
For full consideration, you must complete the application process by
June 21, 2010.
Person(s) hired by the University of Alaska Fairbanks must comply with
the provisions of the Federal Immigration Reporting and control Act of
1986 and must possess a valid social security card. All Nonresident
Aliens must provide proof of eligibility to work. The University of
Alaska Fairbanks is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action
employer and educational institution. Your application for employment
with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the
Alaska Public Records Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the
application and screening process should contact the Assistant Director
at 474-6259.
UAF is an EO/AA Employer and Educational Institution.
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Dr. M. Syndonia Bret-Harte
Associate Professor of Biology and Wildlife
Associate Science Director, Toolik Field Station
Institute of Arctic Biology
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
PO Box 757000
Fairbanks, AK 99775-7000
907-474-5434
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http://users.iab.uaf.edu/~syndonia_bret-harte/
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