[ECOLOG-L] POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW - FOREST SOILS/ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY
A POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP in Forest Soils/Ecosystem Ecology is available at the University of Maine studying the biogeochemistry of northern forested watersheds. The focus of this position is the long-term evolution of ecosystem response to a changing chemical and physical environment. The Research Associate will have primary responsibilities on a long-term paired watershed program of biogeochemical research, including a whole ecosystem stable isotope experiment, and will also have opportunities to be involved in climate change adaptation work in the Climate Change Institute. The Research Associate will be part of a collaborative team of soil scientists, stream ecologists, geochemists, and microbiologists. Collaborators directly involved with these programs represent the Department of Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences, School of Biology and Ecology, Department of Earth Sciences, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Climate Change Institute, and the USDA Forest Service. The successful candidate must have an earned Ph.D. in forest soils, ecology, biogeochemistry, or related discipline. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies, are required. Experience in both field and laboratory ecological research, and in the application of stable isotope tracer techniques in ecological research, are highly desirable. The ability to develop manuscripts and proposals, deliver presentations, and conduct field research and travel (requiring a valid drivers license) are critical to this position. The initial appointment is for one year, with the potential for an additional year of reappointment. Finalists for this position must complete necessary background checks. Review of applications begins September 16, 2011. To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Ivan J. Fernandez University of Maine 5722 Deering Hall Room 1 Orono, ME 04469-5722 Tel: 207-581-2932 Fax: 207-581-2999 iva...@maine.edu ** Ivan J. Fernandez, Ph.D. University of Maine 5722 Deering Hall - Room 1 Orono, ME 04469-5722 USA Phone: (207) 581-2932 FAX:(207) 581-2999 e-mail: iva...@maine.edu Department of Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences http://www.umaine.edu/pse/ Climate Change Institute http://www.climatechange.umaine.edu/ School of Forest Resources http://www.forest.umaine.edu/ ***
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Position in Forest Soils
A Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Forest Soils is available at the University of Maine. The position is supported by National Science Foundation funding and will emphasize the use of stable isotope tracer techniques to evaluate nitrogen biogeochemistry at a long-term experimental paired forest watershed study site. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be part of a collaborative team of soil scientists, stream ecologists, geochemists, and microbiologists. Studies will investigate nitrogen cycling through vegetation, litter, soils, soil solutions and streams in a reference watershed and an adjacent watershed that has been subjected to 22+ years of experimental acidification and nitrogen enrichment. Collaborators directly involved with this project represent the Department of Plant, Soil and Environmental Sciences, School of Biology and Ecology, Department of Earth Sciences, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Climate Change Institute, and the USDA Forest Service. The successful candidate must have an earned PhD in forest soils, ecology, biogeochemistry, or related discipline. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies, are required. Experience in both field and laboratory research, and in the application of stable isotope tracer techniques in ecological research, are highly desirable. The position includes heavy lifting at times, up to 40 lbs. The ability to develop manuscripts and proposals, deliver presentations, travel, normally requiring a valid driver’s license, are fundamental to this position. The initial appointment is for one year, with a maximum duration of 3 years. Finalists for this position must complete necessary background checks. The proposed salary range is $35-40,000. Review of applications begins April 15, 2011 and will continue until a suitable pool of applicants is found. The full job description can be found at http://jobs.umaine.edu/. Please send a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three referees to: Dr. Ivan J. Fernandez University of Maine 5722 Deering Hall – Room 1 Orono, ME 04469-5722 Tel: 207-581-2932 Fax: 207-581-2999 iva...@maine.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantships in Forest Soils
Graduate Research Assistantships in Forest Soils – PhD/MS: Position responsibilities will be to conduct research on the biogeochemistry of northern forested watersheds related to a changing chemical and physical climate. Several positions are available related to a new project using stable isotopes to study nitrogen cycling, and ongoing studies of watershed biogeochemistry, recovery from acidification, and phenology. Students interested in pursuing a PhD are preferred, although highly qualified MS students may apply. Positions are available starting in the summer of 2011. Qualifications: BS/BA and/or MS in appropriate discipline (e.g. soil science, ecology, forestry, environmental science, or related field), strong commitment to career in related subject matter, experience with demanding field research, and excellent laboratory skills. To apply: Interested applicants are encouraged to send a letter of interest (prior accomplishments, research experience and interests, future career goals), a CV, transcripts, and GRE scores. Details about the graduate admissions process at The University of Maine can be found at The Graduate School web site (http://www.umaine.edu/graduate/). Send information to: Dr. Ivan J. Fernandez University of Maine 5722 Deering Hall – Room 1 Orono, ME 04469-5722 Tel: 207-581-2932 Fax: 207-581-2999 iva...@maine.edu
