Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Global Change Biology Position number 4934
The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at the University of Wyoming is seeking a full-time postdoctoral research scientist in global change biology. The research scientist will lead studies on the carbon metabolism of plants in a multi-factor global change study, the Prairie-Heating and CO2 Enrichment (PHACE) experiment (http://www.ars.usda.gov/npa/rrru/phace). Experience with stable isotope approaches and field gas exchange measurements is desired. Research questions may be directed toward climate change effects on respiratory metabolism in roots and leaves or photosynthetic physiology, but other complimentary topics could be explored. An extensive project database on plant and microbial physiology, chemistry, and biomass is available for exploration, and coordination with ongoing modeling efforts is expected. The scientist will have access to the University of Wyoming Stable Isotope Facility (http://www.uwyo.edu/sif/) and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse group of researchers at UW and the USDA-ARS. A Ph.D. in ecology, plant physiology or a closely related field at the time of appointment is required. The position is available immediately and will offer a competitive salary with benefits. Applicants should send a cv and a brief letter stating specific research interests, research accomplishments, and future research objectives as well as the names and contact information for three professional references as a single pdf file to Dr. David Williams ([email protected]). Review of applications will begin April 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. The University of Wyoming is committed to diversity and endorses principles of affirmative action. We acknowledge that diversity enriches and sustains our scholarship and promotes equal access to our educational mission. We seek and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
