Plant Ecophysiologist: (ORNL11-175-ESD) A postdoctoral position is available in the Environmental Sciences Division and Climate Change Science Institute of Oak Ridge National Laboratory to investigate plant carbon physiology and water relations in context of climate change. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of investigators undertaking a broad, integrated field experimental study to assess the response of northern peatland ecosystems to increases in temperature and exposures to elevated atmospheric CO2 concentrations (see SPRUCE Experiment: http://mnspruce.ornl.gov). The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. with comprehensive experience in plant physiological ecology and one or more of the following disciplines: biogeochemistry, ecosystem ecology, peatland hydrology, mechanistic modeling of plant physiological processes, or global change ecology in general. Prior experience with experimental field ecological research and associated laboratory approaches (including gas exchange, sap flow, respiration and stable isotopes) and an appreciation of data-model interactions is highly desirable. This is a one-year term appointment, with anticipated renewal based on performance and continuation of funding. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Jeff Warren ([email protected]). Applicants can view this position and apply online at: https://www3.orau.gov/ORNL_TOppS/Posting/AcademicLevel/Postdoctoral. All applicants will need to register before they can begin the online application. Please see the instructions. This appointment is offered through the ORNL Postgraduate Research Participation Program and is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). The program is open to all qualified U.S. and non-U.S. citizens without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or disabled veteran. Posted: 1/5/12.
