*Biogeochemistry Post-Doctoral Research Associate* This is a non-tenure leading post-doctoral research associate position established for a period of one year with Dr. Amy Burgin at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Continuation of this position beyond one year is contingent upon the availability of grant funding and satisfactory accomplishment of assigned duties, up to a maximum of three years.
*Responsibilities:* The post-doc will conduct research in support of a USDA funded project on the greenhouse gas fluxes, global warming potential and carbon storage of constructed wetlands in agricultural landscapes. The research will include measurements of carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide and methane gas fluxes, installation and maintenance of a soil moisture and oxygen sensor network (in collaboration with Fondriest Environmental), and soil/water chemistry in a restored wetland in Dayton, OH. The position will be based at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and will require frequent travel to the field location in Dayton. Opportunities will be provided for developing independent projects related to scaling up the ongoing research or linking environmental controls to microbial diversity and function. *Qualifications:* A Ph.D. in Ecology, Soil Science or related discipline is required. Additional requirements include: research experience in biogeochemistry and ecosystem ecology, evidence of strong quantitative and writing skills, interest in interdisciplinary science and evidence of successful prior collaboration, and the ability to take initiative and work independently. *Desired Skills: * Working knowledge of methodologies for measuring trace gas fluxes, gas chromatography, and soil or water chemistry, experience manipulating and analyzing large datasets, and familiarity with modeling and/or remote sensing skills. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Amy Burgin ( [email protected]). To be considered for this position, please submit an application packet to the same e-mail address with the term “5R postdoc” in the subject line. Application packets should be a single pdf file that includes a cover letter describing the applicant’s background, skills and interest in the position, a curriculum vitae, and the names and complete contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. All hires are subject to final budgetary approval. The University of Nebraska has an active National Science Foundation ADVANCE gender equity program, and is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.
