[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Research Associate-Fire Frequency and Soil Carbon Dynamics in the Boreal Forest
The Forest Ecosystem Science laboratory at the University of Florida seeks a postdoctoral research associate to work on an NSF-funded project examining how increased fire frequency in Alaskan boreal forests affects vegetation dynamics and ecosystem carbon cycling. The postdoctoral researcher will lead efforts to estimate soil CO2 efflux, linking these estimates to changes in vegetation and soil thaw created by repeat burning. The researcher will join a multidisciplinary (remote sensing, modeling of ecosystem process and permafrost dynamics) team, with collaborators at multiple institutions (Portland State, Universities of Alaska and Idaho). The postdoctoral research associate will assist in connecting field observations of soil and vegetation C dyamics to the ecosystem process model LANDIS-II. Interested candidates should feel comfortable working in remote locations with a team of colleagues, and there will be some strenuous fieldwork. The researcher will spend the majority of the 2018 and 2019 summer in Alaska, and winters at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Ideal candidates would be available at some point in the spring of 2018, preferably in January. The candidate will have a PhD in biology, soil science, ecology, forestry, or environmental science. The position is available for 2-3 years, with the 3rd year contingent on satisfactory progress toward project goals. Gainesville is a bike friendly community, with many outdoor recreational opportunities, and is ~1.5 hours from the Gulf and Atlantic coastlines. More information on the home department, The School of Forest Resources and Conservation can be found at sfrc.ufl.edu. The researcher will be mentored by Dr. Jason Vogel (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jason_Vogel5), and will join a growing and diverse lab group. Email jvo...@ufl.edu for more information or call at (979) 846-0879. To apply for this position, visit: http://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en- us/job/503515/postdoctoral-research-associate.
[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in Forest Ecology
We seek a PhD student to study the phenotypic characteristics that correspond to drought resistance in loblolly pine. The student will be part of the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at Texas AM University (essm.tamu.edu) and will begin in the Fall of 2015. The student will use both laboratory manipulations of clonal material and field trials in managed ecosystems to characterize the response of pine physiology and phenotypic traits to drought conditions. Different approaches to characterizing tree response to drought are available to the student, including a range of tools for the quantification of physiological processes (e.g., gas exchange, laser and IRMS approaches to stable isotopes, and others). The student will be affiliated with the USDA funded “Pine Integrated Network: Education, Mitigation, and Adaptation project (PINEMAP)” ( pinemap.org). A background in botany, forestry, ecology, biology, environmental science, or soil science is preferred. Three years of funding are available that includes a tuition waiver and health benefits. Please contact Jason G. Vogel (jason_vo...@tamu.edu) or Jason B. West ( jbw...@tamu.edu) with a curriculum vitae and statement of purpose. A final application will require GRE scores, letters of recommendation, and transcripts. -- Jason G. Vogel Assistant Professor Texas AM University Department of Ecosystem Science and Management 2138 TAMU College Station, TX 77843 phone: (979) 845-5580 office: 218E Kleberg
[ECOLOG-L] PhD in forest carbon cycling and global change
We seek a PhD student who will assist in developing a model of the disintegration and decay of standing dead trees. The student will be a member of the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at Texas AM University working with Drs. Jason Vogel, Georgianne Moore, and Sorin Popescu. The student will primarily be responsible for building a model of wood decay and integrating its mass loss estimates with measurements of branch senescence and tree fall. Tree disintegration will be estimated in collaboration with a Postdoctoral associate who will be using LiDAR images, both ground based and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms, to estimate changes in dead tree structure. Individuals interested in ecosystem carbon cycling, remote sensing, or forest ecology are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be comfortable working in field conditions and doing fairly strenuous work. Funds for a generous stipend and tuition are available for three years. Preference will be given to students with a prior MSc in a related field, or applicable experience in a related topic. Candidates available to start in the spring, summer, or fall of 2015 will be considered. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and university transcripts to Dr. Jason G. Vogel ( jason_vo...@tamu.edu), Dr. Georgianne Moore (gwmo...@tamu.edu) or Dr. Sorin Popescu (s-pope...@tamu.edu).
[ECOLOG-L] PhD student: Using LiDAR to estimate tree disintegration and decay
We seek a PhD student for a NASA funded project who will estimate the disintegration and decay of standing dead trees using LiDAR. The student will be in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at Texas AM University working with Drs. Sorin Popescu, Georgianne Moore, and Jason Vogel. The student will collaborate with a post-doctoral scientist to collect LiDAR images using both a ground based and an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platform, and then the PhD student will model how these images relate to changes in a dead tree’s three dimensional structure and aboveground mass. Individuals interested in remote sensing, forest ecology, ecosystem carbon cycling, or ecological modeling are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be comfortable working in field conditions and doing fairly strenuous work. Funds for a generous stipend and tuition are available for three years. Preference will be given to students with a prior MSc in a related field, or applicable experience in a related topic. Candidates available to start in the spring, summer, or fall of 2015 will be considered. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and university transcripts to Dr. Jason G. Vogel ( jason_vo...@tamu.edu), Dr. Georgianne Moore (gwmo...@tamu.edu) or Dr. Sorin Popescu (s-pope...@tamu.edu).
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Associate in Forest Ecosystem Science
A position for a post-doctoral associate is available at Texas AM University in the Forest Ecosystem Science Lab (vogellab.tamu.edu). The associate will be part of the “*Pine Integrated Network: Education, Mitigation, and Adaptation” project* or PINEMAP (www.pinemap.org), a multi-institutional and interdisciplinary effort to understand the response of managed southern pine forests to climate change and determine their potential role in mitigating the accumulation of greenhouse gases. The associate will have the opportunity to develop their own research interests, interact with graduate and undergraduate students, and attend national meetings to present research results. PINEMAP has over 50 primary investigators who are working on topics ranging from tree genetics to economics, giving the associate the opportunity to interact with a diverse group of scientists. The ideal candidate will have an interest in ecosystem and soil carbon cycling and direct experience with field flux measurements of CO2 or trace gases (N2O, CH4). Experience with laboratory analytical techniques such as stable isotope or radiocarbon analyses or gas chromatography, is also desired. The associate will lead field excursions during all seasons and is expected to have excellent organizational and communication skills (both oral and written). The planned start date is March 1, 2014 but there is some flexibility around this date. The position is for two years, with the second year contingent on satisfactory performance. The salary range will be $40,000 - $46,000 per year, with the amount dependent upon qualifications. Please contact Dr. Jason G. Vogel (jason_vo...@tamu.edu) if interested. Include a (1) cover letter describing your interest in this position, relevant experience, and your preferred start date and (2) a CV.
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Assistantship Forest Soil Ecology Univ. of Florida
A graduate research assistantship (Masters Level) is available in forest soil ecology at the University of Florida. The projects focus is on belowground carbon (C) allocation in loblolly pine, and how variation in C cycling affects soil C cycling. The student will be using a radiocarbon isotopic method, and other techniques, to partition soil CO2 efflux to determine how belowground allocation responds to family level genetic selection and different levels of fertilization. The student will be co-advised by Drs. Eric Jokela and Edward Schuur. Overview: Bi-monthly field visits will be required to sample for soil CO2 efflux, and thrice yearly visits to estimate the radiocarbon signatures of soil CO2 efflux. Radiocarbon estimates of root and microbial respiration will be made two times over the course of the project. The student will also assist in the collection of aboveground productivity and litterfall estimates, and the installation of root exclusions. The student will be responsible for analyzing data, preparing technical reports, presenting results at national conferences, and developing at least one peer-reviewed publication. Students with a background in forestry, soil science, biology, botany, or environmental science with strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply. Two years of funding (stipend, tuition waver and health insurance) are available for this position with at least one semester of student teaching Starting Date: May 2010 (Application Deadline: April 1, 2010). The student will be part of two larger research groups: The Forest Biology Research Cooperative and the Ecosystem Dynamics Lab at the University of Florida. As a result, she/he will interact closely with colleagues having a wide range of research interests, including forest genetics, silviculture, and boreal and arctic ecology. The University of Florida is located in the north central Florida, within a 2-hour drive of either the Atlantic coast or Gulf of Mexico. The University of Florida has nearly 50,000 students, and as a result, it boasts a diverse set of cultural, intellectual, and recreational opportunities. Application: Please send 1) transcripts and GRE scores (unofficial copies OK for initial inquiry), 2) curriculum vitae, 3) contact information for 3 references, and 4) letter of application which (i) describes your interest in the position, (ii) describes your career goals, and (iii) details your work or educational experience that is most relevant to this position. For more information contact: Dr. Eric Jokela 353 Newins-Ziegler Hall P.O. Box 110410 University of Florida Gainesville, FL 32611-0410 Phone: (352) 846-0890 e-mail: ejok...@ufl.edu
American Geophysical Union Boreal Ecology Session
Hello everyone, Please note that there is a special session at AGU this fall devoted to understanding changes in boreal forest carbon and energy cycling. Are Boreal Forests Changing? Multi-Faceted Approaches for Detecting Trends in Terrestrial Carbon and Energy Exchange at High Latitudes We invite contributions that examine whether the carbon and energy cycles of boreal forests are undergoing recent change. We are especially interested in studies that bring multiple, independent approaches to bear on a problem, or examine an issue at multiple scales of interest, whether temporal or spatial. It's the only Biogeosciences session specifically on the boreal region, and as such should attract considerable interest. Please note that abstract deadlines are September 1 (snail mail) or September 7 (email). A full description of this session can be found at http://www.agu.org/meetings/fm06/?content=searchshow=detailsessid=406 Thank you in advance for your contribution. Please forward this announcement to any colleagues that you think may be interested. See you in San Francisco! Ben Bond-Lamberty, Kristen Manies, Andrew McMillan, Jason Vogel Co-Conveners
