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Position Number: 002-1068 AmeriFlux Technical Analyst Department of Forest Science POSITION: AmeriFlux Technical Analyst RANK: Professional Faculty LOCATION: Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon POSITION AVAILABLE: September 1, 2006 APPLICATION FULL CONSIDERATION DATE: August 11, 2006 BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The AmeriFlux network of research sites seeks a Technical Analyst who will work with Science Chair to coordinate all aspects of the research program, including production of technical reports and publications, leading and participating in network synthesis activities, workshop development, and communication with network investigators and funding agencies. The AmeriFlux network (http://public.ornl.gov/ameriflux/; www.fsl.orst.edu/terra) is a network of more than 100 sites in the Americas, where the goal is to quantify and understand processes controlling carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange between terrestrial ecosystems and the atmosphere. The network was established in 1996, and plays a key role in the North American Carbon Program of the US Carbon Cycle Science Program. There are 140 principal investigators, a Steering Committee, and Data Management team that are contributing to the common goals of the network, as outlined in the strategic plan (see AmeriFlux web site). The Science Chair, funded by the US Department of Energy, is responsible for the science direction of the network, data quality, and synthesis activities, and supervises the site intercalibration and synthesis groups at Oregon State University. OSU is one of only two American universities to hold the Land-, Sea-, Sun- and Space-Grant designations and is the only Oregon institution recognized for its very high research activity (RU/VH) by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. OSU is comprised of 11 academic colleges with strengths in natural resources, earth dynamics and sustainability, life sciences, entrepreneurship and the arts and sciences. OSU has facilities and/or programs in every county in the state, including 12 regional experiment stations, 41 county extension offices, a branch campus in Bend, a major marine science center in Newport, and a range of programs and facilities in Portland. OSU is Oregons largest public research university, conducting more than 60 percent of the research funded throughout the states university system. OSU is located in Corvallis, a community of 53,000 people situated in the Willamette Valley between Portland and Eugene. Ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, high desert, the rugged Cascade and Coast Ranges, and the urban amenities of the Portland metropolitan area are all within a 100 mile drive of Corvallis. Approximately 15,700 undergraduate and 3,400 graduate students are enrolled at OSU, including 2,600 U.S. students of color and 950 international students. The university has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, multiculturalism and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that include members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Contribute to the development of AmeriFlux guidelines and research strategy 2. Produce network-wide accomplishment reports 3. Lead and contribute to network-wide synthesis of data and production of publications 4. Assist coordination of the annual AmeriFlux meeting and workshops 5. Assist with various project management activities 6. Respond to queries from AmeriFlux PIs and program agencies about AmeriFlux research activities EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: REQUIRED: 1. PhD degree in biometeorology, ecosystem ecology, or related field that is relevant to AmeriFlux research 2. One or more years of experience conducting ecological research, preferably as part of a large research group 3. Experience analyzing micrometeorological data, statistical analyses, and authoring publications 4. Demonstrated understanding (e.g., through publication record) of the process of conducting and publishing ecological research 5. Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work well with groups of scientists, both as a group leader and as a group member 6. Ability to manage complex budgets 7. Experience in programming, data analysis and graphical presentation using statistical packages, and facility common software for spreadsheets 8. Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and to work well under the pressure of tight deadlines DESIRED: 1. Experience writing and submitting grant proposals to federal agencies. 2. Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity EMPLOYMENT STATUS, SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS: Twelve month, fixed term, full time position (1.0 FTE). Re appointment is at the discretion of the Dean. Full time annual salary range of $36,000 to $40,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include state retirement, group health, dental, life and disability, reduced tuition rates for employee or dependent at Oregon University Systems schools (restrictions apply), annual leave and sick leave. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Contact Beverly Law, Search Committee Chair, Department of Forest Science, 328 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, 97331-5752. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] APPLICATION PROCEDURES: For full consideration, all materials must be received by August 11, 2006. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete file consists of: 1. Letter summarizing qualifications for the position 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Examples of writing skills 4. Transcripts of college/university work (unofficial transcripts are fine) 5. Names and contact information for three references. Applications should be sent to: Ryan Hink, Department of Forest Science, 321 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis OR 97331. Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and has a policy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
