Postdoctoral Fellow position‹Agricultural systems modeling Colorado State University Soil and Crop Sciences
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join a collaborative effort to improve the capacity of agricultural systems models to estimate the effects of different climate change scenarios on agriculture and natural resources. This research project is a collaboration between the lab group of Dr. Meagan Schipanski at Colorado State University and the USDA-ARS Agricultural Systems Research Unit. The research is also part of the Agricultural Model Inter-comparison Project (AgMIP). The postdoc will compare the scientific approaches used within existing models to simulate soil carbon, soil water, plant growth, and wind erosion dynamics using data from long-term cropping systems studies across the Great Plains. The longer-term goal of this project is to increase the capacity of agricultural systems models to evaluate the effects of climate change on agriculture and natural resources and to identify adaptation strategies. The successful candidate will be a systems thinker with an understanding of key biogeochemical and physiological processes underpinning agricultural systems models. This position will offer ample opportunities for collaboration and professional networking. Required qualifications: A Ph.D. completed within the past four years in a relevant field such as agronomy, soil science, or ecology. Experience with system models. Evidence of strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills. The successful candidate must demonstrate U.S. employment eligibility by the start date of the position. Desired qualifications: Knowledge of soil carbon, nitrogen, water, and/or wind erosion dynamics, and a record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Programming knowledge and proficiency in FORTRAN, C/C++ or R is a plus. Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion. This is a 2-year position with a preferred start date in January 2015. Salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Read more here: http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/benefits/other-salaried-federal.html. To apply, please e-mail a single PDF file containing a cover letter describing qualifications and research interests, CV, and contact information for three references to Sarah Ward ([email protected]). References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicants. Contact Meagan Schipanski for questions about the position ([email protected]). For full consideration, applications must be received no later than November 10, 2014. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Colorado State University, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, is situated on nearly 5,000 acres of land, including the main campus, a foothills campus, an agricultural campus, and a mountain campus (Pingree Park). Colorado State also has 4,600 acres for research centers, Cooperative Extension offices, and Colorado State Forest Service stations. Fort Collins is an award-winning city located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with the foothills and 14,000-foot peaks visible to residents. Easy access to hiking, skiing, rafting and other outdoor sports is a great advantage to CSU students, faculty and staff. Read more here: http://www.colostate.edu/about.aspx. Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history. Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. Meagan Schipanski Assistant Professor Department of Soil and Crop Sciences Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO 80523 Office: 970-491-1320 Cell: 970-631-7290 http://soilcrop.agsci.colostate.edu/faculty-2/schipanski-meagan/
