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<p class="">The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) seeks a
postdoctoral researcher for an NSF P2C2- funded project focused on
understanding of the role of peatlands and thermokarst lakes in the rise of
atmospheric methane concentrations at the end of the last glacial maximum. We
are looking for a candidate with an interest and expertise in paleoecology,
specifically, peatland and thermokarst lake development, permafrost dynamics,
and the global carbon cycle. </p>
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<p class="">The successful candidate will focus on procuring and
digitizing peatland and permafrost data from the northern high latitudes since
deglaciation, database development and management, applying data synthesis products
to transfer functions, as well as conducting peat core analyses (plant
macrofossils, pollen). In addition to paleoecology, the candidate will work
closely with co-investigators to compare bottom-up and top-down models of
methane sources and sinks. If the candidate has an interest in stable isotope
geochemistry and/or modeling, s/he will have the opportunity to work more
closely on these aspects of the project.</p>
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<p class="">The successful candidate should be close to completing or
have completed a PhD in paleoclimate, paleoecology, or a related field. The
candidate should have experience with peat core analysis, knowledge of modern
peatland ecology, and an interest in the role of peatlands in the global carbon
cycle. </p>
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<p class="">The postdoc will be hired through the University of Alaska
Fairbanks, advised by PI Katey Walter Anthony (UAF), and co-advised by Miriam
Jones (U.S. Geological Survey in Reston, VA). Other PIs on the project are
Guido Grosse (UAF) and Todd Sowers (Penn State). The one-year postdoc can begin
as early as June 1, 2013 and will remain open until filled. </p>
<p class=""> </p>
<p class="">Applications must include a statement of research interest,
a complete CV, including a complete list of publications, names and contact
information (name, relation to candidate, email, and telephone) for three referees.<span style> </span>Applications and inquiries should be sent to
Katey Walter Anthony (<a href="mailto:kmwalteranthony@alaska.edu">kmwalteranthony@alaska.edu</a>)
and Miriam Jones (<a href="mailto:miriamjones@usgs.gov">miriamjones@usgs.gov</a>).
</p>
<p class=""> </p>
<p class="">The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity employer.</p>
<br>-- <br>Miriam Jones<div><br></div><div>now at: </div><div>U.S. Geological Survey</div><div>926A National Center</div><div>Reston, VA 20192</div><div>email: <a href="mailto:miriamjones@usgs.gov" target="_blank">miriamjones@usgs.gov</a></div>
<div>703-648-6936</div>
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