Post-doctoral scholar in plant ecophysiology / landscape ecohydrology available in the department of Integrative Biology (IB), University of California Berkeley. The position will be based in the Ackerly lab (IB, ackerlylab.org), in collaboration with the Dawson (IB, nature.berkeley.edu/dawsonlab/) and Thompson labs (Civil and Environmental Engineering, www.ce.berkeley.edu/people/faculty/thompson).
Responsibilities: The post-doctoral scholar will implement and lead an NSF-funded multi-PI project addressing tree hydraulics, water relations and landscape ecohydrology at several sites in Central California, including Pepperwood Preserve and Blue Oak Ranch Reserve. The project will address critical hypotheses regarding effects of spatial and temporal variability in water availability on tree performance, including retrospective analysis of impacts of California’s recent drought. We will use coupled models of soil hydrology and tree physiology to assess impacts of climatic variability across contrasting landscape positions (e.g. north vs. south-facing slopes), and project potential impacts of future climate scenarios on tree growth and soil moisture dynamics. Required qualifications (By time of application): Candidates must have completed all degree requirements except the dissertation or be enrolled in an accredited Ph.D or equivalent degree program in plant ecophysiology, ecohydrology or a related field. Additional qualifications (By start date): Ph.D or equivalent degree in plant ecophysiology, ecohydrology or a related field. Evidence of success in development of independent research initiatives, ability to coordinate and lead a multifaceted project, excellent oral and written communication skills, record of publication in peer-reviewed journal(s). Prior experience in one or more of the following areas: plant water relations, xylem vulnerability to embolism, tree ring analysis, stable isotopes for ecological research, soil ecohydrology. Training in experimental design, quantitative modeling, and/or multivariate statistics. Must hold a valid US driver’s license. Appointment: This position will report to Dr. David Ackerly. The initial appointment will be for 100% time for one year with the expectation of extension based on performance and the availability of funding. Salary: $42,840-$50,112 depending on experience and qualifications. This position provides full benefits. UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to support employees as they balance work and family Department Contact: David Ackerly, [email protected] The department is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their work. To Apply: please go to the following link https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00884 Interested individuals should submit application documents as PDFs, which includes, a cover letter detailing the candidate’s research record and qualifications for the project, updated curriculum vitae, one or more publications, an optional statement describing the candidate’s contribution to diversity in higher education, and names with contact information for 3-5 individuals who have agreed to provide a reference for this specific position. Letters of reference may be requested of the finalists. All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality (http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html) prior to submitting their letters. This position will remain open until filled. RECRUITMENT PERIOD Open date: October 15th, 2015 Next review date: October 30th, 2015 - Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct
