The Ecosystems Center at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is seeking applicants for a full-time Research Assistant position working in soil biogeochemical cycles in the context of climate change at Harvard Forest and a nearby crop land in Massachusetts. The position starts in April 2010.
The candidate will primarily work in the field to use new techniques (including the infrared gas analyzer, automated chambers, eddy covariance technique, and tunable diode laser analyzer) to understand soil biogeochemical cycles and processes. The candidate is expected to maintain the trace-gas flux measurement system and potentially develop his/her own ideas to improve the system. Laboratory work includes chemistry analyses, data analyses, and writing of reports. The candidate will have opportunities to interact with a group of leading scientists in biogeochemistry at MBL (http://ecosystems.mbl.edu/). 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 temperate forests throughout the year. Applications including Cover Letter, Resume/CV, names of references, unofficial transcripts should be sent to Dr. Jim Tang at jt...@mbl.edu
