Two Postdoctoral Research Associate Positions Center for Agroforestry, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
Biomass Feedstock Production Systems A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available with the Center for Agroforestry at the University of Missouri to examine the production ecology of biomass feedstock systems that combine woody perennials with annual or non-woody perennial plants. The incumbent will explore above and belowground production, resource (light, water, nutrients) uptake and use, soil carbon storage, and soil microbial dynamics in biomass feedstock production systems established in Missouri and elsewhere in the Midwest. Travel to study sites, including overnight stay will be required. Initial appointment will be for one year, but renewable for an additional year contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in forest ecology/ecophysiology/soils with good oral and written communication skills as evidenced through peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Experience in the use of stable isotope techniques, physiological instrumentation (infrared gas analyzers, sap flow sensors etc.), and knowledge in soil and plant chemical analyses are desirable. The ideal candidate should possess a track record of accomplishments demonstrating technical proficiency, independent thinking, and scientific creativity. Candidate is expected to publish peer-reviewed articles, present at scientific meetings and prepare grant proposals. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should send (1) a letter of interest (2) resume and (3) names and e-mail addresses of three references to Dr. Shibu Jose, H.E. Garrett Endowed Professor and Director, Center for Agroforestry, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, Email: jo...@missouri.edu<mailto:jo...@missouri.edu>. Closing date: April 1, 2010 or until a suitable candidate is found. Silvopastoral Systems A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available with the Center for Agroforestry at the University of Missouri to coordinate an established and innovative silvopasture program focused on understanding forage-tree-livestock interactions in the temperature-humid zone of the United States. Existing research projects include multiple location, systems-level experiments where pine trees, cattle and cool-season forages are used to enhance farm profitability in the lower-Midwest. Publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals and preparation research grants to provide additional program support for silvopasture projects is expected. The Center for Agroforestry has a long history of collaboration between the School of Natural Resources, and the Divisions of Plant and Animal Sciences and with other teams of scientists across campus. The successful candidate will explore collaborative opportunities to conduct interdisciplinary silvopasture research projects. Accessible to the candidate are excellent laboratory and field research facilities (both on and off- campus research centers) within the Missouri Agricultural Experiment station network. Initial appointment will be for one year, but renewable for an additional 2 years contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. degree in Crop Science, Forestry, Animal Sciences, Agronomy, Plant Sciences, or related field. Preference will be given to candidates with silvopasture experience. Effective oral and written communications skills are required. The ideal candidate should possess a track record of accomplishments demonstrating technical proficiency, independent thinking, and scientific creativity. Candidate is expected to publish peer-reviewed articles, present at scientific meetings, assist in the preparation of grant proposals and provide programmatic support for silvopasture research and technology transfer. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should send (1) a letter of interest (2) resume and (3) names and e-mail addresses of three references to Dr. Shibu Jose, H.E. Garrett Endowed Professor and Director, Center for Agroforestry, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, Email: jo...@missouri.edu<mailto:jo...@missouri.edu>. Closing date: April 1, 2010 or until a suitable candidate is found. Shibu Jose, Ph.D., H.E. Garrett Endowed Professor and Director Center for Agroforestry School of Natural Resources Editor-In-Chief, Agroforestry Systems 203 Anheuser Busch Natural Resources Bldg. University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65211 Tel: (573) 882-0240 Fax: (573) 882-1977 Email: jo...@missouri.edu Web: www.centerforagroforestry.org Research, Teaching and Technology Transfer
