The Ecosystems Center at the MBL is seeking applicants for a full-time Research Assistant position working in N2O and CO2 flux measurement from agricultural land. The position starts immediately.
The candidate will primarily work in the field to use new techniques (including the tunable diode laser analyzer, infrared gas analyzer, and eddy covariance technique) to measure N2O and CO2 fluxes. The candidate is expected to maintain the system and potentially develop his/her own ideas to improve the system. The candidate will have opportunities to interact with a group of leading scientists in biogeochemistry at MBL (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/) and at University of Massachusetts, Amherst. A BA/BS in ecology, environmental sciences or environmental engineer is required. An MA in above fields is desired. Strong experience in field instrumentation, particularly of electric wiring, infrared gas analyzers, dataloggers, and climatic sensors, is essential. The successful candidate should be able to work independently and willing to learn to use and explore new field-based instruments. Applicants should be in good health, capable of rigorous physical activity in the field. Send a cover letter, Resume/CV, references, and unofficial transcripts to Dr. Jim Tang at jt...@mbl.edu. MBL is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Non-smoking workplace.
