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</div><p></p><p><font color="#000000" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are recruiting for a new (post-doctoral) position focused on controls of greenhouse
gas fluxes (CH<span style="vertical-align:-1pt">4</span>, CO<span style="vertical-align:-1pt">2</span>, H<span style="vertical-align:-1pt">2</span>O) in a mangrove forest.
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<p><font color="#000000" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This project represents and exciting an innovative establishment of a new eddy
covariance site in Chiapas, Mexico (La Encrucijada Biosphere Reserve). This study site
is part of a network of intensive carbon monitoring sites in Mexico to support
implementation of REDD+ activities and the regional eddy covariance network
(MexFlux). The task will involve installation of micrometeorological equipment,
capacitation of colleagues at the collaborating institutions for day-a-day instrument
maintenance, analysis of eddy covariance data, long-term (i.e., >10 years) information
about mangrove productivity, and reporting findings in scientific publications.
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<p><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">The candidate will work with collaborative and interdisciplinary teams of researchers
from several institutions in the USA (i.e., University of Delaware and US Forest Service)
and Mexico (e.g., CONAFOR, ECOSUR, CONANP, CONABIO). It is expected that the
candidate is involved in installing the instrumentation and collaborating with colleagues
fro</span>m ECOSUR in Tapachula, Chiapas, Mexico. The majority of the time will be at the University of Delaware, USA for data processing and analysis.</p><p><br>Minimum Qualifications<br>- Ph.D in a relevant ecological, environmental or engineering science<br>
- Experience using the eddy covariance technique is essential<br>- Experience with computer programming, and analysis of large datasets.<br>- Strong publication record in the peer-reviewed literature<br>- Be able to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary research team.<br>
- Ability to communicate in Spanish or willingness to learn Spanish<br><br>Home institution<br>The position will be funded through the University of Delaware. Outstanding UD benefits include health, dental, and vision i<span style="text-align:left;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">nsurance plans; access to UD recreation and
cultural activities; and more! UD conducts pre-employment screening for all positions,
which includes a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials,
licenses, certifications, and work history.</span><span style="text-align:left"> </span></p><p>Required content of the application<br>Applications and inquiries should be sent to Rodrigo Vargas (<a href="mailto:rvargas@udel.edu" target="_blank">rvargas@udel.edu</a>) and Richard Birdsey (<a href="mailto:rbirdsey@fs.fed.us" target="_blank">rbirdsey@fs.fed.us</a>). Applications should include (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) statement of motivation, an<span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif">d (3) names, addresses, phone numbers, and email
addresses of at least two references.</span><br></p><p><font color="#000000" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The position is available from January 1st and will remain open until filled with
review of applications and interviews starting on December 1st. The position is funded
for 12 months with possibility for extension up to 24 months pending on performance and
availability of funds. Salary follows UD standards and is adjusted for work experience. </font></p><ul style="list-style-type:none">
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</div><div>Thank you</div><div><br></div><div>Rodrigo</div><div><br></div>-- <br><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-size:13px;font-family:arial,sans-serif;margin:0px">
_________________________________</p><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-size:13px;font-family:arial,sans-serif;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:10pt">Rodrigo Vargas<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:10pt">Department of Plant & Soil Sciences</span></p><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-size:13px;font-family:arial,sans-serif;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:10pt">Mail: 152</span> Townsend Hall</p>
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<span style="font-size:10pt">University of Delaware </span></p><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);font-size:13px;font-family:arial,sans-serif;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:10pt">Newark, DE 19716<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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