[SEMCO] Science Positions Open at Woods Hole Research Center

[Lisa O'Connell]

 WOODS HOLE RESEARCH CENTER

Assistant, Associate or Senior Scientists

Job # SCIENCE12

SUMMARY: The Woods Hole Research Center seeks scientists to contribute to and expand our ongoing research in biogeochemistry, soil science, carbon cycling, and forest and wetland ecology.  Positions are open at the assistant, associate, or senior scientist level, depending on candidate experience. 

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will:

• Conduct research on biogeochemistry, soil science, carbon cycling, or forest and wetland ecology related to global change processes
• Secure research funding
• Collaborate on other research and education activities with WHRC scientists and staff
• Lead in presentation and publication of scientific results
Qualifications and Experience:

• PhD and postdoctoral experience in a relevant field is required

• For the soil science and biogeochemistry focus: expertise in the use of carbon isotopes for studying organic matter dynamics, measurement of carbon and nitrogen trace gas emissions, and interests in permafrost soils are among the desirable foci

·  For the carbon cycling focus: experience with land-use change, terrestrial ecology, and the global carbon cycle are desirable

·  For the forest and wetland ecology focus: experience in Southeast Asia is desirable, although other geographic domains are also of interest

·  Modeling skills are desirable

• Excellent records of publication and obtaining extramural funding are highly desirable

• Collaborative, flexible, organized, and efficient work ethic is required

• Excellent writing and communication skills are required

Application Deadline:  Until filled.    

Desired Start Date: Summer/Fall 2012.

Salary Range:  Commensurate with experience, with full benefit package, exempt position.

Application Instructions: Please refer to Job# SCIENCE12 and email cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to: jobopenings at whrc.org
 
The mission of the Woods Hole Research Center is to advance scientific discovery and seek science-based solutions for the world’s environmental and economic challenges through research and education on forests, soils, air, and water. Our scientists combine analysis of satellite images of the Earth with field studies to measure, model, and map changes in the world’s ecosystems, from the thawing permafrost in the Arctic to the expanding agriculture regions of the tropics. We merge natural science with economics to discover sustainable paths for human prosperity and stewardship of the Earth’s natural resources. Equal Opportunity Employer.


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