POSITION: POSTDOCTORAL RESEACH ASSOCIATE LOCATION: La Selva Biological Station, Costa Rica
HOME INSTITUTION: Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE with interests and expertise in micrometeorological measurements of trace gas fluxes, energy balance, plant photosynthesis, plant water relations, xylem sap flow, or isotope analysis. The position is available for up to 3 yrs with annual renewal dependent on satisfactory performance. The project will focus on testing hypotheses for the basis of strong dry season reduction in growth rates of rainforest trees when rainfall would appear to be more than adequate. The successful applicant must have experience in the use of electronic instrumentation including Campbell data loggers and must be capable of working with a team of Costa Rican technicians. The ability to communicate in Spanish is essential. This position is based at the Organization for Tropical Studies La Selva Biological Station in Costa Rica. The position includes room and board in Costa Rica as well as full benefits with Florida International University. Applications and inquiries should be sent to Steve Oberbauer (oberb...@fiu.edu), Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and expertise, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Position is available immediately and will remain open until filled with review of applications starting 10 September. Florida International University, the State University of Florida in Miami, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
