The MacroSystems Ecology Lab in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology at Iowa State University is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Ecological Modeling.
A great opportunity to apply macrosystems approach and process-based terrestrial biosphere models to quantify and predict ecosystem patterns and processes (e.g., land-air exchange of greenhouse gases, land-to-ocean mass flow, biogeochemical and hydrological cycling) in response to human and natural disturbances at multiple spatial and temporal scales. QUALIFICATIONS: * A Ph.D. degree from an accredited institution in Ecosystem Ecology, Biogeochemistry, Ecohydrology, Atmospheric Science, Agriculture, Forestry, or related fields with knowledge of terrestrial ecosystem modeling is required. * Preference will be given to candidates with experience and background on biogeochemistry/ecosystem modeling, remote sensing and GIS, geospatial analysis, and computer programming (prefer C or C++). * Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, record of research publications in refereed journals of high quality, and a demonstrated ability to function well within multidisciplinary teams are required. * The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States by the date appointment is scheduled to begin and must be able to communicate in English. RESPONSIBILITIES: * The successful candidate will participate in an interdisciplinary research team to investigate the natural and anthropogenic impacts on ecosystem structure and functions by using integrated and computational approaches. * The individual is expected to independently develop and implement the spatially-explicit process-based land ecosystem model for assessment at regional and global scales. * The specific duties include large-scale data development, model improvement, simulation, model evaluation, uncertainty analysis, manuscript preparation etc. This individual will be encouraged to pursue new research direction (e.g., participate in development of research proposals), and will help manage the lab and interact with graduate and undergraduate students. Offer: Salary commensurate with training and research experience, mentoring by and collaboration with senior research personnel from a multidisciplinary team, office space and computer facilities, and coverage of research and related travel expenses. The postdoctoral research fellow position is expected to begin as early as possible (exact date negotiable). Application Procedures Applications should include a cover letter explaining your research interests and accomplishments, and your qualifications for the position; a curriculum vita; and names and contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Dr. Chaoqun Lu, e-mail: [email protected] ------- Chaoqun (Crystal ) Lu Assistant Professor Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology Iowa State University Ames, IA 50011 Email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Website: http://clu.public.iastate.edu<http://clu.public.iastate.edu/>
