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PostDoc University of CA
A postdoctoral scholar is desired to assist a new senior faculty member
at the University of California, Merced in the development of a strong
and independently funded research program in the area of Terrestrial
Microbial and Ecosystem Ecology, with a focus on Sierra Nevada
ecosystems. The precise topics of research are open, but possibilities
include studies of: 1) the impact of land management (e.g., tree
harvesting, fire) or climatic change on the structure and function of
Sierran ecosystems; 2) the importance of soil microbial community
structure in controlling soil processes; 3) the ecohydrology and
biogeochemistry of subalpine/alpine ecosystems; 4) biogeochemical
changes during ecosystem development; 5) the role plant genetics in the
regulation of ecosystem processes; and 6) the linkages between plan t
traits and soil function.
Qualifications: A Ph.D. in ecology, soil science, or a closely related
field is required. Applicants are expected to have considerable
knowledge, experience, and proven ability in experimental methods used
in terrestrial microbial and ecosystem ecology, and in the development
of independent research projects. Preference will be given to candidates
with expertise in modern molecular methods and stable isotope techniques
used in terrestrial microbial and ecosystem ecology, and to those
candidates with a proven track-record receiving external funding for
their research and publishing their work in peer-reviewed scientific
journals.
Apply on line at:
http://jobs.ucmerced.edu/n/academic/position.jsf?positionId=2202