Postdoctoral Research Associate in forest dynamics / carbon cycle / climate change University of Florida, Gainesville, Department of Biology Supervisor: Jeremy Lichstein (http://biology.ufl.edu/People/faculty/jlichstein.aspx)
The position is broadly defined and may address a range of topics related to forest dynamics, the role of forests in the global carbon cycle, and the response of forests to climate change. Candidates with strong mathematical, statistical, and/or computational skills are especially encouraged to apply. Potential projects include (but are not limited to): (1) Assimilating forest inventory and eddy covariance data to improve the Princeton-GFDL global ecosystem model. (2) Assessing the response of forests to rising atmospheric CO2 and climate change using long-term forest inventory records. (3) Developing trait-based models of individual tree growth and mortality, and studying the ecosystem-level consequences of these individual rates using forest dynamics models. (4) Studying tree coexistence mechanisms using forest dynamics models. Qualifications: PhD in ecology, forestry, plant physiology, geosciences, atmospheric sciences, applied mathematics, or related field; strong quantitative and writing skills. Preference will be given to applicants with (1) research experience in forest ecology or the carbon cycle; (2) strong mathematical, statistical, and computational skills (i.e., proficiency with one or more scientific programming languages, such as C, FORTRAN, or R); and (3) strong publications records. Applicants who lack one or more of the above qualifications should explain their situation in a cover letter. Start date: Funds are available immediately. Start date may be as late as September 2011. Appointment length: two years Competitive salary and benefits are offered. To Apply: Email a single PDF including (1) 1-2 page statement of research interests and goals; (2) CV; and (3) contact information for three references to Jeremy Lichstein ([email protected]) with subject POSTDOC APPLICATION. Applications will be reviewed starting December 15, 2010, and the position will remain open until filled. Minorities, women and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution.
