Applications are now being accepted for a postdoctoral position to participate in multidisciplinary and highly collaborative projects in carbon biogeochemistry in both lakes and rivers. The position will be based in the Department of Biology, Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Potential projects include the determination of the current carbon and material pathways in the foodwebs of Lake Erie, quantification of the current and contemporary carbon emission and burial rates, browning of nearby rivers and lakes, effects of flooding on carbon dynamics in rivers and longterm ecological dynamics of dissolved organic carbon in streams. The candidate must have experience in and an excellent understanding of aquatic ecology and biogeochemistry as demonstrated by a good publication record in international journals. Strong leadership skills are also required as the postdoctoral fellow will be expected to provide some guidance and assistance to junior members of the project as well as some aspects of project coordination with collaborators and supporting organizations. A PhD in ecology, limnology, environmental chemistry and/or environmental sciences is required.
The position is available for a total of 2 years. The initial appointment will be for 1 year with the possibility for renewal depending on performance. Preferred start date is before January 1st 2016 or soon thereafter. To apply, send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three academic references to the address below (e-mail is preferred). Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2015 and will continue until position is filled. Contact: Dr. Marguerite A. Xenopoulos, Trent University, Department of Biology, Peterborough, ON, Canada K9J 7B8 [mxenopou...@trentu.ca] For more information visit: http://people.trentu.ca/mxenopoulos
