The University of Alabama has an exciting opportunity available for a M.S. graduate in soil ecology, soil science or related field, to manage a project in the The Plant Physiological Ecology / Global Change Lab at the University of Alabama (http://bama.ua.edu/~gstarr/Starr_Lab/Home.html). We seek a highly motivated person to work on a soil greenhouse gas diffusivity and moisture release study for soils orders collected across the United States. This person will work with a group of collaborators from the University of Alabama, The Ecosystems Center at MBL and NEON Inc.
The successful candidate should have an understanding of soil properties, Campbell data logger programing and use, soil sensors installations (soil moisture and temperature), and have experience working in a research group. In addition, knowledge of Licor CO2 and CH4 analyzers would be beneficial. Support for this position is through extramural funding and is guaranteed for one year with the possibility of an additional 4 years of funding depending on progress of the project and job performance. The position consists of a competitive salary and benefits package (health insurance and retirement). Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV and a statement of research interest to Dr. Gregory Starr or contact Dr. Starr for more details ([email protected] or 205-348-0556).
