JOBS and GRADUATE STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Faculty Position in Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology, University of Georgia
The Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. The appointment will be in Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology, with research aimed at understanding ecosystem dynamics in the context of global and regional environmental change. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., postdoctoral experience, and strong quantitative and analytical expertise in biogeochemistry, microbial/molecular techniques and/or ecosystem modeling. We are particularly interested in applicants who use interdisciplinary approaches and will complement our strengths in soil biology and watershed ecology. Research opportunities include collaborations with the UGA Costa Rica campus, Coweeta LTER project, Savannah River Ecology Laboratory and the Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center , as well as with other academic and research groups on campus. The position will involve core teaching responsibilities that include an undergraduate course in ecology and the development of one or more upper level/graduate courses in ecosystem ecology.

Review of applications will begin immediately with preference given to applications received by April 5, 2010. To apply, candidates should: (1) combine a cover letter indicating career goals, curriculum vitae, and a brief statement of research interests and teaching philosophy into a single PDF file; (2) three reprints of research papers should also be combined into a separate PDF file. These two files should then be submitted online at www.ecology.uga.edu/apply . Candidates should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation submitted to the same web site.

Additional information about the Odum School of Ecology can be found at http://www.ecology.uga.edu . The University of Georgia is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and Women are encouraged to apply. [4 March 2010]

Faculty Position: Forests in the Earth System 
University of Arizona/Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research/Institute of the Environment, USA 
The University of Arizona seeks to fill a faculty position in areas related to forests in the Earth System who will contribute to the vigorous interdisciplinary environmental programs on our campus. The successful candidate will likely be appointed at the Associate Professor level, although appointment at Assistant Professor may be possible for a more junior candidate with a very strong record of scholarly publication.  We seek a quantitative scientist whose research addresses the interactions of climate, wildfire, forest growth and carbon dynamics, or a subset of these topics. The successful candidate will bring strong modeling and spatiotemporal analysis  skills to complement existing strengths at UA in fire sciences, dendrochronology, paleoclimatology, the carbon cycle, remote sensing and tree and forest growth. They will  demonstrate a record of exceptional research that complements and advances UA’s strengths  in environmental change science. We are especially interested in individuals whose research utilizes dendrochronology in novel and effective combination with other tools and methods to address basic or applied questions on these topics, particularly the scaling of understanding from landscape to global spatial scales.  

The University of Arizona is home to one of the largest and broadest concentrations of earth system research and education in the US, with world-class programs in fields including hydrology, paleoclimatology, ecosystem science, earth sciences, arid lands, environmental engineering and climate applications. This position is part of a new Environmental Initiative (http://www.environment.arizona.edu/) that will bring more than 15 new faculty to the UA campus in the next 1-2 years. This new faculty member will be based in the Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research (http://www.ltrr.arizona.edu/) within the new School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (www.sees.arizona.edu/) with potential joint appointments in affiliated departments throughout campus. 

Candidates should submit curriculum vitae, list of publications, statements of research and teaching interests, and contact information for three referees, following the instructions at https://www.uacareertrack.com  for job # 44727. A Ph.D. in an appropriate field of  environmental science is required. Other questions may be directed to Dr. Connie Woodhouse, Chair of the Search Committee (conniew1@email.arizona.edu). As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds M/W/D/V. The position will remain open until filled, but review of applications (and requests for letters of reference) will begin March 10, 2010, with interviews anticipated before May. [1 March 2010]

National Research Council Post-doctoral Position with the US Environmental Protection Agency and Washington State University, Vancouver
Modeling surface water N loading and removal for the nation: Foundation for ecosystem services assessment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Ecosystem Services Research Program seeks and individual to contribute to an ongoing, multi-year effort to characterize N-related ecosystem services and human impacts on these services within the US.  In the continental US, inputs of reactive nitrogen (N) to the terrestrial biosphere have increased by nearly five-fold over natural background rates due to activities associated with transportation, and food, fiber, and energy production.  A number of recent modeling efforts (e.g. SPARROW, NEWS, and others) have focused on linking anthropogenic N enrichment with N loading to surface freshwaters and the coastal zone at regional and global scales.  Yet, much work remains to be done comparing and interpreting output from existing regional and national scale models as well as enhancing the spatial and temporal resolution of these models to increase their utility to managers and policy-makers.  

It is expected that the postdoctoral fellow in this position will work closely with Dr. John Harrison (Washington State University -Vancouver) to implement spatially explicit models of aquatic N loading, thereby enhancing understanding of sources, patterns, and controls of N inputs to surface fresh waters and the coastal zone, as well as the potential impacts of these inputs on ecosystem services.  It is anticipated that this effort will be coordinated with complementary efforts to estimate N inputs, outputs, and removal within many ecosystem types within the US, including wetlands, riparian areas, and river networks (headwater streams, perennial streams, and large rivers).  Qualifications: a Ph.D. degree in biogeochemistry, biogeochemical modeling, limnology, marine or estuarine ecology, or related field.  The primary work location will be the Freshwater Ecology Branch of the Western Ecology Division (WED) located in Corvallis, Oregon.  The Associate will work with scientists across EPA as part of a national EPA program examining the impacts of nitrogen within EPA's Ecosystem Services Research Program.

For more information on the position see:
http://nrc58.nas.edu/RAPLab10/ Opportunity/Opportunity.aspx? LabCode=22&ROPCD=220209&RONum= B7165

For information on the NRC program and application process see
http://nrc58.nas.edu/RAPLab10/ Opportunity/Program.aspx? LabCode=22&ReturnURL=% 2fRAPLab10%2fOpportunity% 2fPrograms.aspx%3fLabCode%3d22

Please pass this announcement to people you know who might be interested in the position.  Closing date is Feburary 15, 2010.
For more information please contact Jana Compton, compton.jana@epa.gov 541-754-4620 [1 Feb 2010]

Graduate Research Assistantships in Forest Soils / Biogeochemistry at Virginia Tech
The Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech is seeking applicants for multiple graduate research assistantships (4 PhD and 1 MS) expected to begin in the summer or fall of 2010. Research assistantships include a full tuition waiver, benefits, and a competitive annual stipend including summer support (~$19,000 - $21,000). For more information on the graduate program in the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech, please visit: http://www.forestry.vt.edu

• Soil Biogeochemistry in Pine-Switchgrass Agroforestry Ecosystems (PhD)
  Investigating the linked cycles of C, nutrients and water in a Loblolly pine-switchgrass intercropping system designed to simultaneously maximize productivity for biofuels and forest products. (Strahm and Fox)
• Abiotic Controls on Soil C and N Export in Forested Watersheds (PhD)
  Investigating hydrologic and soil chemical controls on C and N export in response to global change factors (e.g. N deposition, altered precipitation). Work will involve cross-site comparisons between the US Forest Service’s Coweeta Hydrologic Lab and Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. (Strahm)
• Uptake Efficiency of Applied N in Managed Forest Ecosystems (PhD)
  Determine the N uptake efficiency and related growth response in loblolly pine plantations following fertilization with urea and stabilized nitrogen fertilizers. The project will involve the use of 15N labeled fertilizer in both greenhouse and field experiments. This project is supported by the Forest Nutrition Cooperative (www.forestnutrition.org). (Fox)
• Use of Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer in Managed Forest Ecosystems (PhD)
  Evaluate the use of enhanced efficiency fertilizers, including slow and controlled-release fertilizers, to improve nutrient efficiency and reduce nutrient losses following fertilization of plantation forests. The goal is to increase the nutrient uptake and utilization efficiency. The work is supported by the Forest Nutrition Cooperative (www.forestnutrition.org). (Fox)
• Biogeochemistry of Soil C, N and P in Reclaimed Mined Lands (MS)
  Investigating the restoration of ecological function (carbon and nutrient cycling dynamics) in forest ecosystems following different mined land reclamation practices utilizing historic trials established as part of Virginia Tech’s Powell River Project (www.cses.vt.edu/PRP). (Strahm)

Interested students should contact either:
Dr. Brian D. Strahm, Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Ecology
Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061
brian.strahm@vt.edu, www.forestry.vt.edu/strahm

Dr. Thomas R. Fox, Professor of Forest Soil and Silviculture, Co-Director, Forest Nutrition Cooperative
Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation
Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA 24061
trfox@vt.edu
[20 Jan 2010]

Post Doctoral Position at U.C. Berkeley
Greenhouse Gas Dynamics and Lifecycle Analysis of Rangeland Management
We are seeking a post doctoral associate to work on a lifecycle analysis of rangeland management approaches to sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The position is part of a large on-going collaborative project exploring the potential of California’s rangeland soils to help offset greenhouse gas emissions.

Successful candidates should have skills in one or more of the following area: terrestrial biogeochemical cycling, trace gas dynamics, lifecycle modeling. We are particularly interested in people with modeling skills who are willing to participate in the field component of the research. The position will be based in the Silver lab in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management at U.C. Berkeley ( http://nature.berkeley.edu/silverlab/). To apply, please send a letter of interest and a CV to Whendee Silver (wsilver@ berkeley.edu). [19 Jan 2010]

PhD Assistantship in the Spatial Ecohydrology of Wetlands
The Dept. of Integrative Biology at the Univ. of South Florida seeks applicants for a Ph.D. position to study the spatial ecohydrology of wetlands. The wetlands of west-central Florida are embedded in a landscape template of variable groundwater hydrology, land cover, and underlying geology. The student would investigate how this template regulates the distribution, structure, function, and resilience of wetlands. While the student is free to define the focus and approaches for their dissertation, one requirement will be geospatial analyses of existing data to examine spatial relationships among wetland ecohydrology variables and human activities. Thus, good geospatial analysis and GIS skills are prerequisites, as is a Masters degree in Ecology or a related field.

This assistantship is partially supported by an NSF-funded ULTRA-Ex (Urban Long-Term Research Area-Exploratory) grant. The broader project examines social and ecological drivers of water policy, urbanization, and wetland change. The student will thus interact closely with faculty and students from the social and natural sciences, and can access a well-established pipeline for communicating research to management agencies. The student will be supported by a combination of grant-based research assistantships and teaching assistantships during the period of study.

For more information, please contact Dr. David Lewis at lewis@cas.usf.edu or 813-974-8108 (http://biology.usf.edu/ib/faculty/dlewis/). Applications are due Jan 1st to be considered for a University Graduate Fellowship, or Feb 15th to be considered for the combined RA/TA support described above. To apply, please follow the application procedures described here: http://biology.usf.edu/ib/grad/prospective/approcess/. [29 December 2009]

Climate Change USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity
Research Advisors: Sasha Reed, (406) 243-4325, screed@usgs.gov ; Jayne Belnap,jayne_belnap@usgs.gov; Nichole Barger (University of Colorado), nichole.barger@colorado.edu ; Rich Reynolds, rreynolds@usgs.gov ; Michael Dettinger, mddettin@usgs.gov ; Carol Kendall, ckendall@usgs.gov ; Jennifer Harden, jharden@usgs.gov

Mendenhall Fellows are appointed to the USGS for two years and receive full salary and benefits at the GS-12 level. The 2009 base salary for a GS-12, step 1 is $59,383. This amount might be higher depending on the amount of locality pay or cost-of-living allowance (COLA) for the geographic area of the assignment. The appropriate Human Resources Office contact can provide further information upon request.

When to Apply
The application closing date is January 15, 2010. Applicants must include an 8-page research proposal. For further information and instructions regarding the Mendenhall fellowship please see: http://geology.usgs.gov/ postdoc/2011/

Project Description
Here we present a Research Opportunity with the goal of elucidating how changing climate will influence carbon cycling on the Colorado Plateau. Global climate change presents one of the most pressing scientific and political challenges of our time, yet major uncertainties remain for predicting how ecosystems will respond to changes in temperature and/or precipitation. These uncertainties constrain our ability to successfully manage national lands and hinder the prediction of future global carbon cycling and attendant climate feedbacks. Understanding the links between changing climate and ecosystem function is particularly important for the ecosystems of the Colorado Plateau, as climatic change is predicted to be notably strong there and, in conjunction with the large proportion of public lands, will put exceptional pressure on the land managers of those ecosystems.

We offer a research opportunity that takes advantage of a variety of USGS resources – ranging from existing datasets to large, on-going manipulation experiments – to increase our understanding of climate controls over Colorado Plateau carbon cycling. The successful postdoctoral applicant will design a project that effectively gathers and synthesizes information to  elucidate connections between climate and carbon cycling on the Colorado Plateau, with the ultimate goal of informing predictions regarding future climate and carbon cycling. Within this overarching objective, the  postdoctoral researcher could focus on distinct system components
(e.g., plant responses to changing climate, soil responses, etc.) or their  linkages, could consider interactions between carbon cycling and other biogeochemical cycles, and can utilize the following unique USGS resources:

(1) Existing datasets of climate variation and manipulation, namely  long-term Colorado Plateau climate and plant variation datasets and a large soil respiration dataset from a previous temperature and moisture manipulation experiment;
(2) A large, on-going temperature and soil moisture manipulation study;
(3) Research in conjunction with existing biogeochemical studies using a natural climate gradient on the Colorado Plateau;
(4) Predictive modeling efforts to improve regional forecasting and land management efforts.

Applicants do not need to use all of the resources outlined, but could plan for a body of work that takes advantage of what they feel are the most  robust aspects of any of them. We recommend contacting one or more of the research advisors for additional information regarding the research  opportunity.

To Apply
Applicants should contact Sasha Reed screed@usgs.gov , or the other advisors listed above to express their interest.  Please include a CV. Depending on project needs and advisor approval, the postdoc could be located in Moab, UT; Boulder, CO; Denver, CO; Menlo Park, CA; or La Jolla, CA. [13 December 2009]

IGERT PhD Fellowships for N cycling research and policy at Washington State University
Nitrogen Systems:  Policy-oriented Integrated Research and Education (NSPIRE)
Interdisciplinary research focused on nitrogen cycle processes in the environment integrated with experiential learning of public policy.  http://igert.nspire.wsu.edu/

Up to 5 PhD research assistantships will be available to join a collaborative team working on understanding environmental aspects of the nitrogen cycle and putting that information into context for policy development.  With funding from the National Science Foundation's Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship program (IGERT), the individual fellows will pursue disciplinary research important for the overall theme, and work together to identify and address interdisciplinary issues critical for development of effective public policy related to environmental nitrogen.

Applicants are encouraged to apply to one of the following colleges within Washington State University: College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resources, the College of Engineering and Architecture, or the College of Sciences.

Examples of areas of research include
· Vadose biogeochemistry of nitrogen and hydrology of soils in shallow ground waters
· Nitrogen transport in watersheds
· Nitrogen dynamics in specific ecosystems involving soil, plant and microbial communities
· Nitrogen cycling related to bioenergy production
· Biogeochemical cycling of nitrogen under different agricultural practices and management
· Emissions, transport, chemistry, and deposition of nitrogen in the atmosphere
· Numerical modeling of land surface hydrology
· Numerical modeling of the coupled atmosphere/land surface system

Benefits of the Program
· Full graduate support including two years of NSPIRE support with $30,000/year stipend
· Graduate courses associated with the program are: Nitrogen Cycling in the Earth System, Systems Dynamic Modeling, Policy Studio Course, Nitrogen Methods Workshop
· Capstone policy internship for 3 months with a policy-oriented agency or organization.
· Collaborative, team oriented dissertation research projects focused on n itrogen in the environment.
· Support for a national or international 3 month policy internship

Eligibility
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident . Successful applicants must be entering or within their first year of a PhD program at Washington State University and join the program in the fall of 2010 .  Deadline for receipt of applications is January 22, 2010. For more information, visit the web page: http://igert.nspire.wsu.edu/ [4 December 2009]

Postdoc in Ecosystem Biogeochemistry/Microbial Ecology, University of Montana, Missoula, MT, USA
We seek applications for a postdoctoral position to begin Spring/Summer 2010 in the Soil Biogeochemistry Laboratory at the University of Montana ( http://www.cfc.umt.edu/ Biogeochemistry/ ). Candidates with a PhD, a proven record of research experience in soil biogeochemistry and/or microbial ecology and an interest in carbon and nutrient cycling in terrestrial ecosystems are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and conduct independent research that complements ongoing work in tropical rain forest ecosystems, and to help mentor graduate and undergraduate student researchers. Some proficiency in the use of modern biogeochemical and/or microbiological techniques (e.g., PCR, QPCR, cloning, environmental genomics) is required.

Please submit applications electronically (via email) to: Dr. Cory Cleveland ( cory.cleveland@umontana.edu ). Include: 1) a current curriculum vitae; 2) a statement of research interests, experience and goals and; 3) the contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The position will include a competitive salary and benefits package. The initial appointment will be for 1 year, but may be renewed (contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding).

Please feel free to contact me for more info: Tel: 406.243.6018 / Fax: 406.243.6656
Email: cory.cleveland@umontana.edu; Web: http://www.cfc.umt.edu/ biogeochemistry
[30 November 2009]

Global Change Ecology Faculty Positions at Arizona State University, School of Life Sciences
The School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University invites applications for tenure track faculty positions from individuals
working in ecology in the context of global environmental change. Three positions are currently open. Arizona State University has made a commitment to growth in this field and anticipates making further hires. Successful candidates will join a growing research emphasis in the School of Life Sciences, the Global Institute of Sustainability, the Central Arizona–Phoenix urban Long- Term Ecological Research program, and a new interdisciplinary graduate program in Environmental Life Science. Arizona State University strongly supports collaborative transdisciplinary research and learning across the spectrum of science and engineering consistent with an institutional commitment to global sustainability. Applications will be accepted to fill the positions at the Assistant or Associate professor levels.

1) Organismal or physiological ecologist to study responses of organisms (microbes, plants, or animals) to environmental variation in the context of global change. We prefer research that addresses both the mechanisms involved in responses, as well as the functional consequences for individuals, their populations, and their communities.
2) Community or ecosystem ecologist or an ecologist to ask cutting-edge questions at the interface of these two fields. We prefer research addressing the relationships among species-level traits, community structure and ecosystem function in the context of global change and/or other human–ecosystem interactions.
3) Global ecosystem ecologist to study the earth's changing biogeochemical cycles at large scales (regional to global) using empirical, theoretical and/or modeling techniques. We prefer research that works across scales with a diversity of system types and their interactions.

Required Qualifications for all positions: a doctoral degree in a related field and evidence of research and teaching excellence, appropriate to rank. Postdoctoral research experience and strong quantitative skills are desirable. Successful candidates are expected to develop innovative, extramurally funded research programs, to teach in undergraduate and graduate programs in the School of Life Sciences, and to mentor undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students and fellows.

To apply, submit an application that includes: a cover letter indicating the position and level for which you are applying and describing your career goals; your curriculum vitae; three reprints; a statement describing research accomplishments and future directions; and a statement detailing teaching and mentoring philosophy, interests and experience. A minimum of three letters of recommendation hould be sent electronically; please include the names and e-mail addresses of each letter writer with your application. Your application materials should be sent to Chair, Global Change Ecology Search Committee, School of Life Sciences, Arizona State University, PO Box 874501, Tempe, AZ 85287-4501; electronic applications as pdf files to anna.fields@asu.edu are preferred. Initial closing date for applications is January 4, 2010; if not filled, weekly thereafter until search is closed. A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For additional information on these positions and the School of Life Sciences, please visit http://sols.asu.edu/jobs. [30 November 2009]

PhD Fellowship Positions Available in Biogeochemistry – Luquillo Critical Zone Observatory
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
The Department of Earth and Environmental Science of the University of Pennsylvania seeks applicants for competitive, multi-year Ph.D. fellowships to work in the Luquillo Critical Zone Observatory (LCZO) in the Luquillo Mountains of northeastern Puerto Rico.

The multi-disciplinary team of geoscientists working at the site is addressing a set of specific hypotheses that are related to the following overarching questions: How do critical zone processes and the flow and transformations of material differ in landscapes with contrasting bedrock but similar climates, land use, and geologic histories? What are the implications of these differences for the long term sustainability of water and soil resources? One component of the project will specifically examine questions concerning soil biogeochemistry and nutrient cycling, such as how contrasting parent materials control the storage and dynamics of carbon and nitrogen. More information about the project is available at: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/lczo

Applications must be submitted by December 15th, 2009. Applicants must apply on line using the Penn ExpressApp link of the PhD Program page of the departmental webpage at http://www.sas.upenn.edu/ earth/ .

For further information, please contact: Dr. Alain Plante. Email: aplante@sas.upenn.edu; Phone: (215) 898-9269
[30 November 2009]

Ph.D. or M.S. Assistantship in Isotope Ecology at the University of Wyoming
Seeking a motivated student to conduct graduate research starting in June, 2010 on tree-ring responses to climate seasonality in boreal Alaska. Our interdisciplinary project investigates interactions between climate, tree growth and fire, as influenced by geomorphic environment. The successful candidate will study how the timing of precipitation affects tree growth and isotopic composition, and will have the opportunity to learn cutting-edge isotope techniques, conduct field work, and participate in modeling activities.

Students with a background in biology, ecology, or geology, preferably with a M.S. degree, and strong quantitative and analytical skills, should apply by Janyary 15, 2010. UW is ideally situated in close proximity to varied ecosystems of the Rocky Mountains with easy access to outdoor recreation, and only 2 hours from Denver, CO. Students can apply to the PhD Program in Ecology or MS or PhD program in Botany through this website ( http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/ Botany/grad_oct08.html ) Direct questions and application materials (resume, unofficial transcripts and GRE scores, and statement of research/career objectives) to Elise Pendall ( pendall@uwyo.edu ).

Elise Pendall, Ph.D. Associate Professor - Ecosystem Ecology Department of Botany and Program in Ecology 1000 E. University Ave. #3165 Laramie, WY 82071 USA (307) 766-6293 [30 November 2009]

Ph.D. Students in Microbial Ecology
Department of Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology, Iowa State University

The Hofmockel Lab at Iowa State University is looking for Ph.D. students. Two Ph.D. assistantships are available as part of a newly funded integrated research project examining how the functional composition of different biomass production systems influences above- and belowground carbon allocation, nitrogen cycling, soil microbial community structure and function, and greenhouse gas emissions. We are looking for outstanding students with an interdisciplinary perspective and a strong interest in integrating biogeochemistry across spatial scales. The students will join a team of collaborators from Iowa State University and USFS. Additional information about the Hofmockel lab can be found at http://kirstenhofmockel.org/ . The positions will start in Summer or Fall 2010. The successful candidates will receive full tuition waivers and competitive stipends.

Qualifications: M.S. Biology or related field. Student is expected to have strong interests in ecology, plant-microbe interactions, molecular microbiology and biogeochemistry. Significant research experience and demonstrated communication skills are required. Applicants should be able to work independently, but also cooperatively with other researchers on the project.

Application materials: Please send a statement of interests and goals, CV, and names and contact information for at least 3 references to eeboffice@iastate.edu . Priority consideration will be given to applications received prior to January 15, 2010. Students from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. [18 Nov 2009]

Ph.D. Opportunities in Terrestrial Biogeoscience
Department of Biology, Boston University

The Finzi lab at Boston University is looking for two Ph.D. students to begin in the autumn of 2010. Research in the Finzi lab focuses on the response of forests to global change, with an emphasis on coupled biogeochemical cycles, plant and microbial processes. Students are welcome to work on existing projects or develop one of their own. Students accepted into the lab will also have an opportunity to take part in a new Ph.D. program providing formalized interdisciplinary training in Terrestrial Biogeoscience. For more information about the Finzi Lab, please contact afinzi at bu dot edu or http://www.bu.edu/biology/people/faculty/finzi/. Fore more information about the Ph.D. program, please visit http://www.bu.edu/bio-geo/index.html. [18 Nov 2009]

Postdoctoral Position: Biogeochemistry - Soil Organic Matter Research
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Review of applications will begin January 15th, 2010 and position will start June 1st 2010.

A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Earth & Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. The project involves method development of thermal analysis techniques to characterize soil organic matter quality. Quantitative assessments of soil organic matter quality by conventional and thermal methods will be applied to a number of long-term agroecosystem experiments. A Ph.D. in soil science, biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry, ecosystem science, or related field, a strong publication record and good communications skills are required. Interested applicants can email a cover letter, current CV, and names and contact information of two references. More details concerning the research group are available at: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/ earth/plante_r.html .

For further information, please contact:
Dr. Alain Plante; email: aplante@sas.upenn.edu; phone: (215) 898-9269 [12 Nov 2009]

Full-time Research Specialist, Impacts of urbanization on nitrogen biogeochemistry
University of Arizona, School of Natural Resources and the Environment
Position: open until filled

The Lohse lab at the University of Arizona seeks a full-time research specialist to work on a newly funded project in Tucson, Arizona examining export and sources of nitrogen in arid- to semi-arid urban stream ecosystems. The position will involve a combination of field work, lab work, and administration. The primary role of the research specialist in the first year will be to coordinate instrumentation, collection, and chemical analysis of runoff samples from automated runoff collectors. Preferred candidates will have experience with hydrology, chemistry, ISCO samplers, and isotopes. Other duties will include soil analysis and general lab tasks such as ordering supplies and managing undergraduates. Field research can be physically strenuous, including some long days outside in hot conditions, and will involve some travel.  Possible late hours may be associated with late afternoon/early evening runoff events and associated collection and processing.

Applicants should have a BA/BS + 2 year experience or MS degree in ecology, hydrology, biology, chemistry or related field and firsthand experience with automated runoff collectors. This position requires an independent, organized, and motivated individual with demonstrated research skills. The successful candidate will also be someone who is genuinely excited by the research with a strong desire to learn and the ability to troubleshoot. Above all, the candidate must be personable and enthusiastic about working in a collaborative group environment.

For information or to apply, please visit the following website
https://www.uacareertrack.com/ applicants/jsp/shared/ frameset/Frameset.jsp?time= 1257184911061 or search University of Arizona for job listing number 44136. [4 November 2009]

Research Coordinator/Data Base Manager, Luquillo Critical Zone Observatory
Job Title: Senior Research Coordinator Level 26
Location: Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Pennsylvania
Project: NSF-Luquillo Critical Zone Observatory
Availability: Immediately

The Luquillo Critical Zone Observatory has been funded by the National Science Foundation to study the hydrology, geochemistry, and surficial processes of the Luquillo Mountains of Puerto Rico.  The project involves faculty, post-doctoral research associates, graduate students, and undergraduates from a range of disciplines in the natural sciences as well as collaborators from local and federal government agencies and national and international Universities. 

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for the integrity and accessibility of the database that will be generated by the project and will help the Principal Investigator coordinate and manage the daily operation of the program. Their major responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the LCZO data base and working with a web-manager and field technicians to insure the integrity and accessibility of the data.
• Performing basic quality assurance analysis on data generated by automated climate stations and stream gages.
• Assisting the Principal Investigator in the daily management of the program and in organizing annual meetings, participant travel, and the purchasing special equipment.
• Coordinating with the national CZO and LTER network for cross-site synthesis, information management, cyberinfrastructure support, and strategic planning for network level research. 

Required qualifications are a Bachelors degree in an environmental science field or an information management related field with prior experience with database management. A Master's degree or PhD with experience with hydrologic and environmental data is preferred.  Desired qualifications are experience in, but not limited to, basic knowledge in climatology and hydrology, GIS, data management, and basic statistical analysis. Ability to communicate in Spanish is desired but not necessary.

This position is grant funded and will be located at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Specific information regarding the position and hiring procedures can be found at http://www.hr.upenn.edu/ jobs/ (Reference number is 091027530). Only applications that have been filed on line can be considered.

Contact: Alain F. Plante, Assistant Professor, soil biogeochemistry
Dept. Earth & Environmental Science, University of Pennsylvania
Rm 162, Hayden Hall, 240 South 33rd Street
Philadelphia, PA USA 19104-6316
Office: 215-898-9269; FAX: 215-898-0964
[25 Oct 2009]

Postdoctoral Position in Invasive Species Ecology, University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Position to be based in Hilo, Hawai'i; closing date: 10/30/09

For further information, please contact Creighton M. Litton (litton@hawaii.edu; phone: 808-956-6004)

A postdoctoral position is available immediately for a highly qualified individual to study the impacts of invasive species on ecosystem structure and function in tropical Hawaiian rainforests.  The successful applicant will work primarily on a project to examine the impacts of nonnative, feral pigs (Sus scrofa) on vegetation dynamics (native and nonnative biodiversity) and ecosystem processes (carbon and nitrogen cycling).  Depending on background and interest, work may also include the use of remote sensing techniques (LIDAR and hyperspectral remote sensing) to develop tools for identifying and mapping strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum) invasion. Both projects include a significant field component in the Hawai'i Experimental Tropical Forest.  

Applicants should possess: (i) strong quantitative skills; (ii) potential for publishing in high quality journals; (iii) experience in plant ecology (vegetation dynamics) and ecosystem science (field measurements of carbon and nitrogen pools and fluxes). Experience with remote sensing techniques for characterizing forest structure and experience in Hawaiian or other tropical ecosystems are a plus but are not required.  The appointment is for 2 years with full benefits and a competitive salary (second year pending satisfactory performance).  The desired start date is January 2010, but is flexible.  

Please direct any questions regarding the position to Dr. Creighton M. Litton ( litton@hawaii.edu ) with "Invasive species postdoc" in the subject line. See http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/ LittonC/apply.html for detailed information on how to apply for the position via the Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i (RCUH). Closing date is October 30, 2009.
[20 Oct 2009]

Postdoctoral Position in Biogeochemistry/Soil Microbial Ecology, University of Toledo, Ohio
A postdoctoral position at The University of Toledo Department of Environmental Sciences is available to work on a project evaluating plant-soil-microbial interactions in arctic tundra ecosystems. The research goals include: 1) Varying the length and timing of the growing season in the field by advancing snow melt and warming the ecosystem; 2) Establishing the fine scale seasonal time-courses of soil N availability, plant N content, leaf expansion, root growth and rhizodeposition, ecosystem respiration, microbial biomass and enzyme activity; and 3) Conducting lab experiments to determine the extent to which microbial activity is limited by temperature, and C and N availability at different times in the growing season. The researcher hired for this position will work toward the completion of these project goals, and will have the opportunity to conduct his/her own original research associated with this project. These responsibilities will require the postdoctoral research associate to spend approximately three months at Toolik Field Station in northern Alaska from approximately May 15 – August 15.  A PhD in soil/plant ecology or nitrogen biogeochemistry, experience studying soil nutrient dynamics and/or soil microbial ecology, and a demonstrated track record of publishing research results are required. This position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and list of references to: Michael Weintraub, michael.weintraub@utoledo.edu. For more information see http://www.eeescience.utoledo. edu/Faculty/weintraub/ opportunities.htm . or contact: Michael Weintraub by email or by phone: (419) 530-2585 [20 Oct 2009]

MS/PhD Opportunity in Soil Ecology/Biogeochemistry, Department of Ecosystems & Conservation Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT
New graduate student assistantships (MS or PhD) are available to prospective students interested in soil biogeochemical and microbial community dynamics in recently deglaciated landscapes. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to develop an independent project in one of the following areas: soil biogeochemistry, soil microbial ecology; or plant-microbe interactions. Motivated students with prior experience using molecular microbiological techniques are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should have a strong record of academic excellence, prior field and/or laboratory experience, a demonstrated interest in soils or ecosystems research.  Some outdoor leadership skills would also be a plus. Student support will include a 12-month research assistantship and a tuition waiver. Preference will be given to candidates willing to begin field work in the summer of 2010 (summer salary included), and grad student appointments will begin in the fall of 2010.

The community and resources: Missoula, a city of ~ 60,000 people, is a great place to live and work. It is surrounded by the Bitterroot and Lolo National Forests, and the Missoula valley includes the Blackfoot, Bitterroot, and Clark Fork Rivers. It offers immediate access multiple wilderness areas and national parks, and many outdoor activities.

To apply: For more information, please contact Dr. Cory Cleveland: cory.cleveland@umontana.edu .  Students interested in applying should email the following application materials (as a single PDF or Word document): 1) a current resume or CV, including GPA and test scores (if available); 2) a letter of interest, including research interests, professional goals and prior experience; and 3) contact information, including email addresses, of three potential references. Applications received by December 15, 2009 will be given preference, but the position will remain open until a successful candidate has been identified. [20 October 2009]

Biogeoscience Postdoctoral Fellowship, Biogeoscience Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Dr. Edward Johnson is looking for a postdoctoral fellow with background in  any combination of the following areas: plant ecology, hydrology, and wildfire ecology. A mathematical background would be a decided plus.

The tenure is two years starting  in October 2009. The research will be on an assortment of projects depending on background- in wildfires and tree population coupling or forest floor hydrology and forest floor duff (F and H Layer) fuel moisture dynamics.

The position is in the Biogeoscience Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada  http://bgs.ucalgary.ca

Send CV and cover letter by email to: Prof.  E. A. Johnson, Director Biogeoscience Institute  Johnsone@ucalgary.ca

Position is open until filled [20 Oct 2009]

USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity in Fort Collins, CO
Research Advisor(s): Jill Baron, (970-491-1968), jill_baron@usgs.gov; Travis Schmidt (970-226-9470), tschmidt@usgs.gov; Matthew Wallenstein, Colorado State University (970-491-7056), mawallen@nrel.colostate.edu; Andrew Fountain, Portland State University (503-725-3386), andrew@pdx.edu.

Mendenhall Fellows are appointed to the USGS for two years and receive full salary and benefits at the GS-12 level. The 2009 base salary for a GS-12, step 1 is $59,383. This amount might be higher depending on the amount of locality pay or cost-of-living allowance (COLA) for the geographic area of the assignment. The appropriate Human Resources Office contact can provide further information upon request.

When to Apply. The application closing date is November 9, 2009. Applicants must include an 8-page research proposal.

Project Description
The unprecedented melting of mountain glaciers and other ice features worldwide is altering hydrologic processes and exposing deglaciated surfaces to the earliest stages of ecosystem succession. Rapid change is occurring in alpine environments but there is limited understanding of the consequences of these changes for biogeochemical cycling and ecosystem health. One example of unexpected change is that mean annual stream nitrate concentrations have increased by 50% since 2000 in the Colorado Front Range, apparently as a result of warming-induced stimulation of N-fixation and nitrification in newly-exposed mineral sediments. Concurrent with increasing N export, there has been a significant increase in the discharge to precipitation ratio of water and increased dissolved concentrations of weathering products including calcium, sulfate, and silica. Because atmospheric N deposition in the area has not increased since 1999, we hypothesize that climate warming, which accelerates ice melt, is affecting headwater basin biogeochemical processes, possibly across the entire American West (excluding Alaska). Since high alpine waters are chronically oligotrophic, even very low inputs of additional nutrients stimulate algal productivity, transform algal species assemblages, and increase primary productivity. Consequently, high alpine waters may be undergoing significant and dramatic climate-induced biogeochemical changes.

Our research questions range from understanding the nature and rates of change in biogeochemical and microbial processes as mountain glaciers recede to understanding the broad biogeochemical implications of glacier retreat across the American West. The first requires intensive studies in one or more headwater sites, while the second requires development of methods that allow us to scale up with a level of confidence that goes beyond speculation. We seek a postdoctoral fellow who can contribute to one or more aspects of this study. We specifically seek expertise in glacial processes, microbial ecology, biogeochemistry, or hydrochemistry. The candidate will round out a team of ecologists, geographers, and graduate students. Within this interdisciplinary team there are many research avenues available to the candidate, including studies of: 1) the presence and rate of change of glaciers and other ice features across western US mountains; 2) the microbial community composition, function, and rates of microbial mineralization and nitrification in glacial landforms along a continuum of development from ice through sediments and permafrost to alpine soils; and 3) explorations of the sources, concentrations and chemical and isotopic composition of nitrogen, carbon, and weathering products in waters coming from different glacial landforms. The ideal candidate will be able to link one or more of these topics for elucidation of processes.

Candidates for this research project should have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the topics listed above. The successful candidate will also demonstrate his or her prior successful experience working as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Field work in extremely remote locations will be a necessary part of this study.

To Apply:
Applicants should contact Jill Baron jill_baron@usgs.gov, or the other advisors listed above to express their interest.  Please include a CV.  Promising applicants will be encouraged to develop a proposal to the USGS competition.  For further information on the Mendenhall fellowship please see: http://geology.usgs.gov/ postdoc/2011/ [11 Sept 2009]

Postdoc and Graduate Student Opportunities in Biogeochemistry at Brown University
Post Doctoral Positions:
The Porder Lab at Brown University is currently seeking two post-doctoral scholars to work in the area of tropical biogeochemistry. One position, funded for two years, will explore the influence of erosion rate and geomorphic setting on the phosphorus status of tropical forests. The successful applicant must have a strong background in biogeochemistry (both in the field and in the lab), a willingness to travel, and an ability to coordinate a team of technicians and  undergraduates.  A background in geomorphology will also be highly relevant. The other position is more open ended, but is focused on the causes and consequences of spatial variation in nutrient availability in tropical ecosystems. Potential ideas include exploring the effects of parent material composition on ecosystem properties, pursuing a forest fertilization experiment in the lowland tropics, or using river chemistry to compare the nutrient status of different tropical landscapes. For both positions, a Ph.D. in biology, geology, or a related field is required.  Funding is guaranteed for two years, and the applicant will be involved in proposal writing to supplement funding. To apply, please send a cover letter stating your interest in the position and experiences you feel are relevant, a curriculum vitae and the names of three references to both stephen_porder@brown.edu .

Graduate Student Positions:
Ph.D. in Terrestrial Biogeochemistry and M.S. in Environmental Science at Brown University, Providence, RI USA. I am currently seeking 1-2 Ph.D. students and 1 M.S. student to explore questions related to tropical biogeochemistry.  My lab works broadly at the intersection between biology and geology to explore spatial patterns in tropical ecosystems, and the consequences of those patterns for the impacts of land use change on tropical ecosystems.  A few of the current projects in the lab include investigations of: nutrient availability and landscape formation in the Talamanca Range of Costa Rica, the interaction between selective logging and nutrient dynamics in the lowland forests of Imataca, Venezuela, the effects of climate and soil age on plant/nutrient interactions in the Hawaiian Islands, and the impacts of industrialized soy production in Brazil.  A few other projects are described on the lab website.  

Applicants should have a strong academic record, experience in either ecological or geological field work, chemical and isotopic analyses, or, ideally, some combination thereof.  For more information on program details, potential Ph.D. students can visit the  Dept. or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology website, and potential M.S. students can visit the  Center for Environmental Studies website.  Interested applicants should email CV, transcript, test scores, and a letter describing personal and research interests to stephen_porder@brown.edu. [11 Sept 2009]

Lab Manager/Research Technician (2 positions) in River and Wetland Ecology, Florida International University
Two positions at Florida International University (Miami, FL) are available immediately to assist in studies of (1) N biogeochemistry of spring-fed rivers in northern Florida, and (2) regime shifts in landscape pattern in the Florida Everglades.  The selected individuals will be responsible for field sampling of water, soils, and vegetation, laboratory chemical analyses, and data processing.  In addition, the Lab Manager will have responsibility for supervision of other technicians, day-to-day project management, and data analysis. 

Qualifications: Bachelors or Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related fields; experience with standard methods in analytical biogeochemistry; and willingness and ability to conduct field research under adverse conditions.  Previous experience with vegetation identification, GIS, spatial statistics, field-deployed sensors, and mass spectrometry will all be considered favorably, as will experience in operating airboats.  

Positions are initially for one year with strong potential for continuation assuming satisfactory performance.  Salary for both positions will be commensurate with experience.  Applications will be considered immediately, and positions are open until filled.  Positions are funded through grants from NSF and the St. Johns and South Florida Water Management Districts.  For more information, contact Dr. Jim Heffernan (jheffer@fiu.edu ; 305-348-3101). [21 August 2009]

NEON Inc job opportunity: Freshwater Biogeochemist
Overview: The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON, Inc.), a non-profit science corporation dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. We are currently planning the NEON project - an observatory comprising more than 60 atmospheric, environmental and biological monitoring experiments distributed throughout twenty domains across the United States, Hawaii, Alaska & the Caribbean, monitored and controlled in real-time from our headquarters in Boulder, Colorado. A leading-edge flexible cyber-infrastructure is being designed to support current and future needs of the Observatory.

Term of Position: This position will be funded for one year initially with the possibility of transition to a full-time staff scientist on the NEON science team as deemed appropriate based on the success of the tasks performed during the first year.

Position Summary: Freshwater Biogeochemist will be responsible for designing and developing the aquatic biogeochemical components of the NEON Observatory, including developing field and lab procedures and protocols for data collection, QA/QC, and training; define analytical laboratory requirements; prototype instrument installation.

Essential Responsibilities and Goals for the First Year:

• Develop and oversee research to track chemistry and isotopic composition of surface and groundwater, aquatic microbes, algae, aquatic plants, invertebrates.
• Develop the scientific rationale for biogeochemical measurements and methods.
• Develop detailed sampling designs of biogeochemical measurement in streams and ponds, including reaeration rating curve development.
• Collaborate with NEON engineers and scientists to prototype in-situ instrument installation
• Participate in the larger NEON science community, including participating in independent research and collaborations.

Preferred Experience:

• Additional knowledge of pond and lake biogeochemical cycles preferred.
• Experience working with federal and state agencies.

Education: PhD in aquatic ecology, aquatic biogeochemistry or related field. Specialization in the biological-chemical linkages of freshwater ecosystems.

Required Experience:

• 3-5 years research experience in aquatic ecology, with emphasis in freshwater or algal chemistry.
• Demonstrated experience working in streams and rivers of North America.
• Significant experience working with in-situ automated instrumentation.
• Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative scientific and engineering enterprise.

Skills and Abilities:

• Scientific writing and review
• Proficiency in analyses that correlate biological data with abiotic variables and ability to perform such analyses within a geospatial framework
• Ability to work independently, but as part of an active Science team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Undertake responsibilities beyond those associated with individual research projects
• Travel to domains at least 6x/year Physical Requirements: The candidate may be exposed to conditions in the field, and therefore must be able to traverse uneven ground such as dirt banks, stream beds, and shallow ponds carrying equipment and materials up to 40 lbs.

TO APPLY: Please send your cover letter and CV/resume to Careers@NeonInc.org with Freshwater Biogeochemist in the subject line.  Review of applications will begin July 20, 2009. NEON Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply. [Posted 7 July 2009]

National Research Council Post-doctoral position with the US Environmental Protection Agency
Nitrogen sources for the nation: Foundation for ecosystem services assessment
Inputs of reactive nitrogen (N) to the terrestrial biosphere have increased by nearly five-fold under human influence in the conterminous US due to activities associated with food, fiber, energy production, and transportation. Environmental effects of this N input include impacts to human health, air, land, freshwater, and coastal ecosystem services. The EPA is engaged in a research effort to characterize N-related ecosystem services and human impacts on these services within the US. A vital first step in this analysis is to gain an improved understanding of the spatial and temporal patterns of N input to the landscape and N transfer from land to water. Analyses are expected to focus on spatially explicit, national data sets (both existing and emerging) to enhance understanding of spatial and temporal dynamics of natural and anthropogenic N input to the landscape, and therefore potential impacts on ecosystem services. It is anticipated that datasets developed through this effort will support a complementary effort to model N inputs to surface waters using SPARROW, NEWS, and possibly other models, as well as future efforts to estimate N inputs, transformations, outputs, and removal within many ecosystem types within the US, including wetlands, riparian areas, and river networks. Candidates are expected to have experience and interest in nutrient biogeochemistry; experience managing large data sets and GIS capabilities is preferred.

The primary duty station will be the Freshwater Ecology Branch of the Western Ecology Division (WED) located in Corvallis, Oregon. The Associate will work closely with WED and other EPA scientists as part of a national EPA program examining the impacts of nitrogen within EPA's Ecosystem Services Research Program.

Please pass this information to those who might be interested in the position. Closing date is August 1, 2009.

For more information on the position see:
http://nrc58.nas.edu/pgasurvey/data/aobooks/rapbooks.asp?mode=rodetail&roid=53711&pcd=220209

For information on the NRC program and application process see:
http://nrc58.nas.edu/pgasurvey/data/aobooks/rapbooks.asp?mode=frntmtr&progctr=22&seq=20

For more information please contact Jana Compton, Ph.D., compton.jana@epa.gov 541-754-4620 [Posted 29 June 2009]

Post doctoral Position in Terrestrial Microbial and Ecosystem Ecology
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 plant 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

Stephen C. Hart, Professor of Ecology, School of Natural Sciences & Sierra Nevada Research Institute
University of California, Merced P.O. Box 2039 Merced, CA 95344 Tel.: (209) 228-4656, FAX: (209) 228-4060
email: shart4@ucmerced.edu; website: http://www2.for.nau.edu/EELab/ [7 May 2009]

Post-doctoral Associate: Black Carbon Stocks in Soils of the United States, Cornell University
Within a USDA-NASA-funded project, a post-doctoral associate will develop a spatial analysis of black (pyrogenic) carbon stocks of soils throughout the United States. Black carbon may constitute a large proportion of total organic matter in soils, but little information is available about the magnitude and its regional or global distribution. Through collaboration with CSIRO in Australia, USGS, the Long-term Ecological Research (LTER) funded by the National Science Foundation and various academic institutions in the US, this project seeks to make the first step in providing an assessment of the black carbon stocks in US soils. The candidate will use geographic information systems, develop a spatial understanding of the sources and sinks of black carbon in soils through assessments of fire frequency, severity, biomass production, transport and decomposition on a regional scale. The long-term goal is to integrate black carbon fluxes into climate models.

Requirements: PhD in environmental or earth sciences, strong skills in spatial modeling at continental or global scale with respect to carbon cycles, basic understanding of vegetation and soil processes and the ability to integrate between disciplines.

Review of applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The position is initially for one year with possibility for continuation.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, and names of three references. Please contact and send applications to: Johannes Lehmann, Cornell University, Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, Ithaca, NY, USA; Phone: 1-607-254-1236, email: CL273@cornell.edu

Cornell University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women and ethnic minorities.[25 April 2009]

Graduate Research Assistantships Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
The Department of Earth Sciences invites applications for three Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) positions starting in June 2009. We are seeking highly motivated students interested in pursuing an MS degree in Earth Sciences. Applicants should have background in soil biogeochemistry, hydrology, agronomy, ecology or related sciences, and be willing to work both in the field and in the laboratory. These positions are funded through recent grants from the USDA-NRI program.

Applicants should indicate their interest in one of the following projects:

1. Dynamics of Greenhouse Gases in Riparian Zones
2. Riparian Zone Hydrology and Nutrient Transport
3. Methane Oxidization in No-Till Agro-ecosystems

Each GRA provides a competitive stipend, tuition and medical insurance. For more information, contact Dr. Pierre-André Jacinthe (pjacinth@iupui.edu ; 317-274-7969) or Dr. Philippe Vidon ( pvidon@iupui.edu ; 317-688-0722; project #2). To learn more about our research and outreach programs, visit www.earthsciences.iupui.edu . [24 Jan 2009]

Postdoctoral fellow – ecosystem ecology/soil biogeochemistry - Indiana University
We seek a highly-motivated individual to join our research team in investigating belowground responses in forest ecosystems to global environmental change.  The over-arching goal of this project is to examine the role of root and mycorrhizal exudates in coupling ecosystem C and N cycles under elevated atmospheric CO2.  The successful applicant will investigate how roots and their microbial associates in the rhizosphere influence soil N transformations and ecosystem productivity in forests exposed to CO2 enrichment and N fertilization. The postdoc will be based in the ecosystem ecology lab of Dr. Richard Phillips at Indiana University, and will work collaboratively with the labs of Dr. Adrien Finzi at Boston University and Dr. Emily Bernhardt at Duke University.  The majority of the fieldwork will be conducted at the Duke Forest FACTS-1 site, NC.  The preferred starting date for the position is April 1.

Qualifications:  A Ph.D. in ecology, biogeochemistry and soils - completed before the start-date.  Demonstrated expertise in plant eco-physiology, soil microbial ecology or biogeochemical analyses is required.  Successful applicants will demonstrate the ability to work independently and to mentor undergraduate and graduate research assistants. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Full benefits included. Please send cover letter, full CV, pdf(s) of relevant publications and the names of 3 references (with phone numbers and email addresses) to Richard Phillips rpp6@indiana.edu.  Please send all materials no later than February 20, 2009. [24 Jan 2009]

Research Ecologist, Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, USDA Forest Service, Hilo, Hawaii
The Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station is advertising for a full-time permanent research scientist in the discipline of invasive species biology. The Research Ecologist will lead, coordinate and oversee research of the Invasive Species Team within the Institute, whose mission is to develop and deliver information needed to understand and manage invasive species in native tropical forests. The Team accomplishes this mission by studying the population and community ecology of invasive species, the impact of invasive plants on ecosystems, and plant and insect interactions including biocontrol. The Pacific Islands are recognized global hotspots of native and largely endemic biodiversity. Over the past century, invasive species in conjunction with land-use and climate change have threatened this biodiversity. Invasive species have devastated whole ecosystems across Hawaii and other Pacific islands. Recent estimates suggest that at least 1100 species of exotic plants have become naturalized in the Hawaiian Islands and many of these pose significant threats to native ecosystems. The scientist will lead a research program in one or more of the following areas: (1) understanding how invasive species affect native forest ecosystems and the critical characteristics of both species and ecosystems that control that interaction across Pacific Island landscapes (e.g., Hawaii, Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the Marshall Islands); (2) predicting and measuring interactions between climate change and invasive species on Pacific Islands; (3) developing safe and effective biocontrol agents for invasive species affecting tropical forests of Hawaii and the Pacific and understanding factors contributing to the success and failure of biological control agents; and (4) developing protocols for predicting which species may cause ecological and economic impacts and assess costs and benefits of control. As Team Leader, the scientist will represent the IPIF on invasive species issues at regional, national and international meetings.

The position will be located at the IPIF Research Center on the campus of the University of Hawaii-Hilo. This is a full time, permanent position with full health, retirement (including 401k-type), and vacation benefits. It is being advertised at the GS-13/14/15 level ($70,615 to $127,604 + 18% COLA) although the actual starting grade level will be determined by a Research Grade Evaluation Panel, which will evaluate the qualifications and experience of the individual selected. Interested parties can apply to announcement: TA09-PSW-00232G (R-JEJ) at the US Federal Government Job website at www.usajobs.gov or by going to:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=78496077. The position will be open 1/9/09 – 2/22/09. [16 Jan 2009]

Ph.D. Opportunities in Ecology at Duke University
Duke University's Interdepartmental Program in Ecology has PhD assistanthships available in the coming year, enrollment in fall of 2009, including a Plant-Ecology Billings Fellowship, named for W.D. Billings ( http://www.wku.edu/~smithch/chronob/BILL1910.htm), and James B. Duke Fellowships as well.  The Duke program has a breadth, depth, and history that makes it a very special place to earn a PhD.  Questions can be directed to Meg Stephens at meg.stephens@duke.edu. Applications are due 15 December.  On-line applications are available at: http://www.gradschool.duke.edu/admissions/

RICHTER'S SOIL-ECOSYSTEM BIOGEOCHEMISTRY PROGRAM
Professor Daniel deB. Richter's Soil Biogeochemistry Laboratory is recruiting a biogeochemist PhD student to enroll in the fall of 2009.  The lab has research sites that are >50-year-old, a hydraulic Geoprobe that can sample to >20-m, analytical instrumentation, and a history of providing excellent mentoring for linking soils with ecosystem science.  Although we focus on the belowground components of ecosystems, we are interested in all geographic scales of ecosystem ecology.  On-going projects involve the changing model of soil, anthro-pedology, long-term soil-ecosystem experiments, and global soil change ( http://calhoun.env.duke.edu; http://ltse.env.duke.edu).  Questions can be directed to Dan Richter at drichter@duke.edu and applications are due 15 December.  On-line applications are available at: http://www.gradschool.duke.edu/admissions/ [19 November 2008]

Graduate Research Assistantship – Controls of Dryland Decomposition
A graduate research assistantship (MS or PhD level) is available in the Department of Plant & Soil Sciences at the University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY).  This position is affiliated with the grassland ecosystem ecology lab of Dr. Rebecca McCulley (see http://rebecca.mcculley.googlepages.com/) and is being supported by an NSF funded project entitled, ‘COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH:  Decomposition in drylands:  Soil erosion and UV interactions.'  As suggested by the title, the project is collaborative in nature (with Drs. Steve Archer, Dave Breshears, Heather Throop, and Paul Barnes), and the field sites for this work are in the desert grasslands of New Mexico and Arizona (see http://www.snr.arizona.edu/project/decomposition for more information). 

The assistantship in Kentucky will support the microbial-side of the project; therefore, applicants for this position should have demonstrated skills with traditional and/or modern microbial techniques.  Candidates with degrees in soil science, ecology, microbiology, or related fields and proven interest, experience, and/or knowledge of dryland ecosystems are encouraged to apply.   The successful candidate will receive a graduate student stipend, health insurance, and tuition remission for at least 3 years.  For more information, please contact: Rebecca McCulley, N-222D Ag Sci North, Dept. of Plant & Soil Sciences, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, 40546-0091, Phone: (859) 257-6388, Fax: (859) 323-1952, Email: rebecca.mcculley@uky.edu [18 November 2008]

Graduate Assistantships at ESF/Hubbard Brook
Ruth Yanai is recruiting a graduate student, MS or PhD, to participate in a new multi-investigator project on nutrient limitation (N vs P) of young and old northern hardwood stands at Hubbard Brook, Jeffers Brook, and Bartlett Experimental Forest (sites with contrasting P availability) in New Hampshire, USA.  Simulation modeling using Rastetter's Multi-Element Limitation model could contribute to this project, as could field studies, for example on foliar retranslocation of nutrients.

For more information on my research projects, visit my web site.  For access to the password-protected proposal documents, contact Heather Engelman at forestecology@esf.edu .  Hubbard Brook and Bartlett Experimental Forest also have web sites. For information about the department of Forest and Natural Resources Management at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY, visit http://www.esf.edu .  Instructions for applying and application forms are available on line at http://web.esf.edu/gweb/.

The State University of New York is offering Doctoral Diversity Fellowships to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.  http://cas.buffalo.edu/cas/content/DoctoralDiversityFellowship.pdf. Fellowships are also available to support participation in the National Science Foundation's Graduates in K-12 Education program,  linked with the ESF in the High School program ( http://www.esf.edu/outreach/sciencecorps/nsfgk12.htms ). [18 November 2008]

Endowed Professorships in Ecosystems and Earth Systems Science, Washington University in Saint Louis
The International Center for Advanced Renewable Energy and Sustainability (I-CARES) ( http://i-cares.wustl.edu ) at Washington University in St. Louis invites nominations and applications for endowed professorships. We seek individuals from such fields as biology, chemistry, earth and planetary sciences, environmental sciences, and physics who have expertise and innovative insight into global change over a range of time scales and interactions with the biosphere. Important research frontiers in this area include interactions between biological and geochemical processes; microbial ecology; carbon dynamics at the regional and global level; the feedbacks between global change and natural and/or managed ecosystems; and the interactions among agriculture production, energy usage, and the biosphere.

The search is focused on tenured appointments at the rank of full professor, although other exceptional candidates will be considered for appointments commensurate with their experience and accomplishments. Applicants should have an internationally-recognized research program, a distinguished record of leadership and will be expected to take a proactive role in developing and fostering fruitful cross-disciplinary interactions among departments in Arts & Sciences and around the University, and will teach related courses, conduct research, publish in peer-reviewed journals, advise students and participate in faculty meetings. Competitive start-up funding, laboratory development resources and ancillary support commensurate with the candidate's qualifications are available with these chaired positions.

Interested individuals should submit the following application materials: cover letter; statement of research (up to 5 pages); statement of teaching interests, philosophy and plans (up to 3 pages); current curriculum vitae; and the names and complete contact information of five references. Application materials must be submitted electronically by email as a single file in editable (e.g., not password protected) PDF format to ICARES2008search@artsci.wustl.edu . Questions regarding the search process can be directed to Dr. Jonathan Chase (Department of Biology) ( jchase@wustl.edu ) or Dr. T. R. Kidder (Department of Anthropology) ( trkidder@wustl.edu ), Co-chairs of the Search Committee. Review of applications will begin immediately, but applications will be received until the positions are filled. Washington University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged. [17 November 2008]

Marine Biologist, Assistant Professor Position at Boston University
The Biology Department at Boston University ( www.bu.edu/biology ) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level. We seek an evolutionary ecologist conducting research in coastal marine systems at the population, community, and/or ecosystem levels. The successful candidate will also participate in the interdisciplinary Boston University Marine Program ( www.bu.edu/bump ). Responsibilities will include establishing an independent research program with extramural funding and active participation in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of research and teaching interests in a single electronic document. E-mail this document and three representative reprints to Dr. Michael Sorenson, Chair, Marine Ecology Search Committee, Department of Biology, Boston University at biosrch@bu.edu . Also, please arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to the same email address.  Review of applications will begin December 5, 2008. [17 November 2008]

Ph.D. Opportunity in Biogeochemistry at Boston University:  Understanding the effects of N limitation on inter-annual and long-term uptake of atmospheric CO2 in temperate forests. 
This project seeks to understand the capacity of temperate forests to store atmospheric CO2.  Building on long-term measurements (>16 years) of forest-atmosphere exchanges of CO2 at the Harvard Forest EMS tower, we are specifically interested in understanding how N cycling affects inter-annual variation in forest-C uptake as well as the >2-fold increase C uptake observed at the tower over the last decade and a half.  The position will include field and laboratory work as well as collaboration with modelers.  The Ph.D. position is open to post-bachelors and post-masters candidates with a background in ecology, biology, soil science, chemistry, or related field.  Interested applicants should contact Adrien Finzi ( afinzi@bu.edu or 617.353.2453) to discuss their interests and to learn more about the project.  Application information and materials can be found at: http://www.bu.edu/grs/ .  The deadline for receipt of applications to the Graduate School is January 15, 2009. [17 November 2008]

Post Doctoral Position in Greenhouse Gas Dynamics at U.C. Berkeley
Post doctoral position available immediately to study methane dynamics in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in northern California. The position is part of a large on-going collaborative project where we are measuring carbon, nitrogen and greenhouse gas fluxes in peatland pastures and surrounding agricultural environments. Successful candidates should have skills in terrestrial biogeochemical cycling, familiarity with trace gas measurements and analyses, experience with analytical instrumentation, and interest in conducting field and laboratory studies. To apply, please send a letter of interest and a CV to Whendee Silver ( wsilver@nature.berkeley.edu ). [19 October 2008]

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Geochemistry Gracefield - Lower Hutt, New Zealand
GNS Science, Te Pu Ao, is the New Zealand science institute that focuses on geological resources, environmental and industrial isotopes, and geological hazards. By applying our scientific knowledge, we create wealth, protect the environment, and improve the safety of people. The National Isotope Centre (NIC), a division of GNS Science, seeks a post-doctoral fellow to be based at our facility, overlooking Wellington Harbour in New Zealand.

NIC's research and commercial activities are supported by a sophisticated technical infrastructure, including accelerator mass spectrometry, stable isotope mass spectrometers, chemical laboratories, and a new Agilent 5975 GC-MS system. This position is for a two year fixed period. The role will be involved in two exciting projects within NIC's Terrestrial Isotope Biogeochemistry Laboratory.

The first project involves using biomarker compounds and nitrogen isotopes to investigate population and fertility changes leading to the pre-historic societal collapse on Easter Island. The second project investigates the changes in biomarker compounds associated with loss of organic matter from intensively farmed pasture soils as well as soil organic matter recovery following erosion.

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious and bright postdoctoral research fellow with the following:

• A PhD in the field of organic geochemistry.
• A track record of publications in the field of organic geochemistry.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to work and collaborate within multidisciplinary research teams.
• The ability to supervise technicians and students to complete laboratory tasks.
• Practical knowledge and experience in organic geochemistry as it relates to the analysis of soils or soil-derived sediments.
• Willingness to travel to collaborating overseas laboratories to learn analysis techniques.

To obtain a position description or to apply for this position, please visit our website https://vacancies.gns.cri.nz and follow the online process. Closing date: Saturday, 8 November 2008. Vacancy number: 1468
GNS Science, PO Box 30 368, Lower Hutt , New Zealand . Phone +64 4 570 1444, fax. +64 4 570 4748 [19 October 2008]

Assistant Professor at Boston University: Carbon Cycle Science
The Department of Geography and Environment at Boston University invites applications
for a tenure track assistant professorship in terrestrial carbon cycle science, with a Fall
2009 start date. We seek a scholar with research and teaching interests in the terrestrial
carbon cycle and its role in the global climate system. Specific potential research foci
include (but are not limited to) measurement and/or modeling of land-atmosphere carbon
fluxes, studies of coupled water and carbon dynamics in terrestrial ecosystems, the
impact of humans on regional to global carbon budgets, linkages between terrestrial
carbon and nitrogen cycles, and the use of remote sensing for carbon cycle science.

Candidates should have a commitment to teaching and research, and a desire to work in
an interdisciplinary setting. Excellent opportunities for collaboration exist with
colleagues in affiliated departments and research centers including the department of
Biology, the department of Earth Sciences, and the Center for Remote Sensing at Boston
University. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of teaching and research
interests, and contact information for at least three referees to: Mark Friedl, Department
of Geography and Environment, Boston University, 675 Commonwealth Ave, Boston,
MA, 02215-1401. Electronic submissions are welcome and should be sent to ge@bu.edu
with the subject “Carbon Cycle Science Position.” Review of applications will begin on
December 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Boston University is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. [19 October 2008]

Postdoctoral Research Associate in nanomaterials and biogeochemistry at Duke University
The Bernhardt lab at Duke University is seeking a postdoctoral research associate with a PhD in Biogeochemistry or Environmental Microbiology to participate in a new research initiative examining the impacts of manufactured nanomaterials on biogeochemical cycling in soils and sediments in aquatic/wetland systems (funded through the Center for the Environmental Impacts of Nanomaterials (CEINT)).  The postdoctoral associate will work closely with Emily Bernhardt (Department of Biology), Curt Richardson (Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment) and Claudia Gunsch (Duke's Pratt School of Engineering). 

We hope to recruit a postdoctoral scholar that will complement the existing expertise in our laboratories by having significant prior experience in one or more of the following areas: 1) linking microbial gene expression or enzyme activity with biogeochemical functions; 2) expertise in colloid chemistry in soils or natural waters; or 3) experience in toxicological studies with aquatic/terrestrial vegetation.  The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with a large interdisciplinary initiative to examine the effects of nanomaterials on ecosystem processes. 

Salary will be competitive, commensurate with experience and accompanied by Duke's very competitive benefits package.  Funds are available through CEINT to support travel to present results at scientific meetings and for short-term training and research opportunities at other member institutions within CEINT.  Learn more about the cooperating research units at Bernhardt lab at http://www.biology.duke.edu/bernhardtlab/, the Duke University Wetland Center at www.env.duke.edu/wetland and about the new CEINT at http://ceint.duke.edu.

To apply send a letter describing your research interests, your curriculum vitae, pdfs of one or two representative publications and the names of three references to Emily Bernhardt at emily.bernhardt@duke.edu.  Review of applications will begin immediately. [7 October 2008]

University of Tennessee: Research Coordinator in Ecosystem Ecology
We seek a field and laboratory technician/manager (RESEARCH COORDINATOR I) in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology  at the University of Tennessee. Responsibilities include: (1)  Maintaining ongoing & establishing new field, greenhouse and  laboratory experiments; (2) Collect data from field and laboratory experiments using routine methods, as well as develop new sampling  techniques as appropriate; (3) Supervise undergraduate assistants, and  coordinate student field and laboratory activities; (4) Data entry,  preliminary analysis, and interpretation; (5) General laboratory coordination and maintenance, including ordering and organizing equipment and supplies and maintaining laboratory databases.

Required qualifications: BA/BS (or higher) required with experience in lab and field ecology and/or laboratory coordination. Preferred qualifications and experience: laboratory and field ecosystem techniques, chemistry, molecular ecology, statistical analysis, lab management, field ecology. Salary depends on experience; includes health insurance.  Ideal starting date: November 2008 – but the date is negotiable.  Please apply online ( http://uthr.admin.utk.edu/emplcomp/StaffVacancy.shtml ) and send a resume or CV and a brief statement of interests and experience relevant to this position, and the names of references to:  Aimee Classen ( aclassen@utk.edu ) [24 September 2008]

MS/PhD Graduate Student Opportunities in Biogeographic Aspects of Land-Use Change and Terrestrial Biogeochemistry
One to two graduate assistantships are available to prospective students interested in global change impacts on biogeochemical cycling and biodiversity in the Department of Geography at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, starting Fall 2009. Students with interests in the following are encouraged to apply: land-use/land-cover and climatic change effects on biogeochemical cycling, mechanisms of soil organic matter stabilization, restoration of ecosystem goods and services, legacies of human disturbance on tropical forest structure and species composition, and physical and human dimensions of land-use and land-cover change. Opportunities exist for fieldwork in tropical as well as local and regional ecosystems. For more information on the graduate programs, please visit: http://www.geography.wisc.edu/admissions/index.htm

Interested applicants should email the following to marinspiotta@geography.wisc.edu: 1) a current resume or CV, including GPA and test scores (if available); 2) a letter of interest, including research interests, professional goals and prior experience; and 3) contact information, including email addresses, of three potential references. [24 September 2008]

Ecologist Postdoctoral Research Associate Position
The Central Arizona-Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER) project at Arizona State University's Global Institute of Sustainability is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Ecology. The position involves development of a research project that fits within ongoing research in CAP LTER; participation in long-term monitoring and experiments; analysis and write-up of long-term data; and publication of research papers. Qualified applicants must have obtained a Ph.D. within three years or less from the time of appointment and must have demonstrated research experience in population, community, or ecosystem ecology. Specific research expertise related to urban or human-dominated ecosystems is preferred. Also desired are interdisciplinary education or research training and a record of research publication.

Position begins spring 2009 and is for one year with the possibility for renewal of an additional year. Send cover letter explaining interest in the position and relevant expertise; curriculum vitae; the name, phone number, and e-mail addresses of three references; and publication copies (no more than three) to Marcia Nation, CAP LTER Project Manager, Global Institute of Sustainability, PO Box 875402, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-5402 marcia.nation@asu.edu . Materials due November 30, 2008. For inquiries, please contact Marcia Nation at 480-965-7951 or by e-mail. Position contingent upon funding. AA/EOE. [18 September 2008]

Post Doc Opportunity - Terrestrial Biogeochemistry at Brown University, Providence, RI USA.
A postdoctoral position is available to plan, manage, and analyze a forest fertilization experiment in a lowland tropical rainforest in Costa Rica. The goal is to explore the nature of nutrient limitation in the lowland tropical forests, with an eye towards understanding their basic biogeochemistry and likely responses to anthropogenic changes in nutrient status. The successful applicant must have a strong background in biogeochemistry (both in the field and in the lab), a willingness to spend about 6months/year in Costa Rica, fluency in Spanish, and an ability to coordinate a team of technicians and undergraduates. A Ph.D. in biology, geology, or a related field is required. Funding is guaranteed for two years, and the applicant will be involved in proposal writing to supplement the experiment. To apply, please send a cover letter stating your interest in the position and experiences you feel are relevant, a curriculum vitae and the names of three references to stephen_porder@brown.edu . [18 September 2008]

Graduate Student Opportunities: Ph.D. in Terrestrial Biogeochemistry and M.S. in Environmental Science at Brown University, Providence, RI USA.
I am currently seeking 1-2 Ph.D. students and 1 M.S. student to explore questions related to tropical biogeochemistry.  My lab works broadly at the intersection between biology and geology to explore spatial patterns in tropical ecosystems, and the consequences of those patterns for the impacts of land use change on tropical ecosystems.  A few of the current projects in the lab include investigations of: nutrient availability and landscape formation in the Talamanca Range of Costa Rica, the interaction between selective logging and nutrient dynamics in the lowland forests of Imataca, Venezuela, the effects of climate and soil age on plant/nutrient interactions in the Hawaiian Islands, and the impacts of industrialized soy production in Brazil.  A few other projects are described on the lab  website .  

Applicants should have a strong academic record, experience in either ecological or geological field work, chemical and isotopic analyses, or, ideally, some combination thereof.  For more information on program details, potential Ph.D. students can visit the  Dept. or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology website , and potential M.S. students can visit the  Center for Environmental Studies website .  Interested applicants should email CV, transcript, test scores, and a letter describing personal and research interests to stephen_porder@brown.edu . [11 September 2008]

Ecosystem Ecologist - Assistant Professor (Fall, 2009)
The Department of Biological Sciences of Northern Kentucky University invites applications for a TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION for Fall 2009.   Ecosystem Ecologist - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR.  Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or related field required.  Primary teaching responsibilities will include a course in area of specialization and introductory biology.  Research specialization area is open; multidisciplinary approaches are encouraged.  Successful candidates will have the opportunity to be involved in the Environmental Science program ( http://www.nku.edu/~envsci/), the new College of Informatics ( http://informatics.nku.edu/), and the Center for Integrative Natural Science and Mathematics (http://www.nku.edu/~cinsam/). 

Northern Kentucky University is a growing, vibrant comprehensive metropolitan university of 15,000 students that is just minutes away from Cincinnati, OH, and CVG airport.  The Department has a strong focus on undergraduate research.  A detailed description of the position plus departmental information may be found at http://www.nku.edu/~biosci .  Send letter of application; brief statement of professional goals; statements of teaching/research philosophy; curriculum vitae; transcripts; and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to Ecosystem Ecology Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, SC 204E, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY  41099.  All application materials must be received by November 1, 2008.  NKU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and actively seeks applications from minorities and women. [10 September 2008]