The University of Minnesota, Department of Forest Resources and the USFS Northern Research Station are seeking a postdoctoral scientist to conduct research examining the biological and environmental controls over wood decay rates within natural and managed systems.
The postdoctoral scientist will utilize field measurements of carbon efflux to quantify decomposition rates and integrate the results into statistical and simulation models representing the long-term dynamics of dead woody material in forest ecosystems. Experience with and/or interest in gas flux measurements and statistical modeling is preferred. Research may involve field work across the northern Lake States and the postdoctoral scientist will be responsible for conducting field and lab work in support of project goals, supervising field and lab assistants, analyzing data and preparing peer-reviewed publications. Preferred start date is Spring 2011. Position is funded for two years and located in St. Paul MN or Grand Rapids, MN. Qualifications: Ph.D. in ecology, forestry, silviculture, biology or a closely related field. Applicants should be able to work independently, but also cooperatively with other researchers. Application Instructions: Applications and required documents must be submitted online at the University of Minnesota Employment website: http://employment.umn.edu, requisition 167372. Attach a cover letter, statement of interest and goals, resume/CV, three relevant reprints or pre-prints, and names and contact information for three references. Specific questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Anthony DÂ’Amato ([email protected]), Dr. Chris Woodall ([email protected]), and/or Dr. John Bradford ([email protected]). Deadline for receiving applications is October 15, 2010.
