*Post-doctoral Research Associate Examining Biomass Harvesting
Impacts on Forest Soils*
The University of Minnesota, Department of Forest Resources is
seeking a postdoctoral scientist to contribute to research assessing
the regional capacity and sustainability of forest biomass harvesting
in the Northern Lake States. This position will join a team of
collaborators from the University of Minnesota, USFS, Northern
Research Station, USGS, University of Wisconsin, and University of
Missouri working to assess the environmental sustainability of woody
biomass feedstock procurement from regionally important forest types
(aspen, jack pine, and northern hardwoods) within the Lake States.
This postdoctoral position will contribute to a network of
replicated, operational-scale field experiments to quantify the
impact of biomass harvesting on soil carbon and nutrient cycling.
This work will build upon a rich suite of existing detailed field
measurements, including soil nutrients, micrometeorological
measurements, and soil respiration. The post-doc will work closely
with scientists at the University of Minnesota, USGS, and the USDA
Forest Service Northern Research Station.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in forest soils, forest
ecology, forestry, ecosystem ecology, or a closely related field,
experience with forest soils and biogeochemistry, as well as a strong
work ethic, demonstrated writing and quantitative capabilities, a
record of leadership, and a proven ability to work independently.
Applications or questions can be directed to Dr. Anthony D'Amato (
<mailto:[email protected]>[email protected], 612-625-3733).
Applications and required documents must be submitted online at the
University of Minnesota Employment website:
<http://employment.umn.edu>http://employment.umn.edu, requisition
175191. Applications should include a cover letter, statement of
interest and goals, resume/CV, and names and contact information for
three references. This position is available immediately, is funded
for at least two years, and is located in St. Paul, MN. Review of
applications will begin January 9, 2012 and will continue until the
position is filled.
