POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITION AT FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY EVERGLADES TRACE GAS FLUXES A multidisciplinary team of wetland researchers is seeking a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE with interests and expertise in micrometeorological or biogeochemical measurements of trace gas fluxes. The position will focus on ongoing eddy covariance measurements of CO2, CH4, and water exchange in two types of Everglades marsh in Everglades National Park. The successful applicant must be capable of working independently, guiding field assistants and technicians, and have experience in the use of electronic instrumentation including data loggers. Familiarity with ecosystem modeling is highly desirable. Specific responsibilities will include managing eddy covariance measurements, participating in ecosystem modeling and chamber-level and geochemical measurements of carbon fixation, and taking the lead in key project publications. Research will be conducted in Everglades National Park in collaboration with the University of Alabama and the Florida Coastal Everglades LTER.
Applicants must hold a PhD in ecology, biology, micrometeorology, earth sciences, or a related field and have a strong record of scientific publication. Application review will begin June 15, 2013 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified and the position filled. The two-year position is available immediately. Salary is $47,500 in addition to full health and retirement benefits. Applications and inquiries should be sent to Steve Oberbauer (oberb...@fiu.edu<mailto:oberb...@fiu.edu>), Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and expertise, and full contact information for three references. Florida International University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Steve Oberbauer Professor of Biological Sciences Graduate Program Director Department of Biological Sciences Florida International University Miami FL 33199 305-348-2580 oberb...@fiu.edu<mailto:oberb...@fiu.edu>
