Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Tropical Agroforestry The successful candidate will participate in a project that aims to develop educational materials such as textbooks and on-line courses on tropical agroforestry for a Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) funded project in the Congo Basin. This intended position will primarily work with Dr. Damase Khasa (University of Laval, Quebec City) and Dr. Scott Chang in those efforts. Independent research on agroforestry such as conducting literature reviews for peer-reviewed publication is encouraged. Other lines of independent research can be accommodated as well.
Funding is available for one year and a competitive salary will be provided. The position is located at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. Persons with training in agroforestry and experience in tropical agroforestry are encouraged to apply. Ability to communicate effectively in English and evidence of productivity from previous work are essential. Some knowledge of French would be an asset. You must be highly motivated, able to work independently but at the same time be a good team player. The position is available now and need to be filled as soon as possible. To be considered, please send a copy of your curriculum vitae, names and contact details of two referees, and a very brief statement of your experience in tropical agroforestry to (by email): Dr. Scott Chang, Associate Professor 442 Earth Sciences Building Department of Renewable Resources University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E3 Tel: (780) 492-6375; Fax: (780) 492-1767 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.rr.ualberta.ca/People/SChang/
