<div dir="ltr"><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px">Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher position at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Appalachian Laboratory (UMCES-AL), working with Professor <a href="http://www.greeningxin.com/" style="text-decoration:none">Xin Zhang</a>. The post-doc will work closely with the PI on a research project regarding the Phosphorus (P) management in crop production. The project will investigate the historical record of national P budgets in crop production around the world, identify the major socioeconomic and ecological drivers for the P fertilizer use and P Use Efficiency (PUE), and consequentially provide recommendations for improving PUE from farm to global scale.</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px"><li>Become familiar with the literature and database related to the global P cycle and P management in crop production.</li><li>Synthesize and analyze data based on methodologies used in Zhang, X. et al. (2015, Managing nitrogen for sustainable development, <em>Nature</em> 528, 51-59)</li><li>Work closely with the PI to synthesize research findings and to write manuscripts for publication.</li><li>Present research findings at scientific meetings.</li></ol><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px"><strong>Qualifications: </strong>A Ph.D. in biogeochemistry, environmental science and policy, or a closely related field is required. The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of Nitrogen and Phosphorus cycling processes in terrestrial ecosystems, strong quantitative skills, and proficiency in at least one basic programming language (e.g. Matlab, R). Experience with Industrial Ecology and Econometrics is desirable but not required. Excellent writing and communication skills are essential. </p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px">The position will be based at the Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg, MD. Frostburg is a small college town in the mountains of western Maryland. The area provides a great quality of life and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The major metro areas of Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh are all within a 2.5 hour drive.</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px"><strong>Start Date:</strong> Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is found. Start date is negotiable, but preferably by spring 2017. The position is funded for 1.5 years with a possibility of renewal. Salary is $47,500.00 per year and includes health and retirement benefits.</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px"><strong>To apply</strong> send an email to Xin Zhang (<a href="mailto:xin.zhang@umces.edu" style="text-decoration:none">xin.zhang@umces.edu</a>) containing following documents as a single PDF: (1) a statement of interest, (2) a CV, and (3) contact information (names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses) for three references. Please indicate in your subject line “[SUSP postdoc]”. Informal inquiries are also welcome.</p><p style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:verdana,sans-serif;font-size:12px">Information about AL and UMCES can be found at: <a href="http://www.al.umces.edu/" style="text-decoration:none">http://www.al.umces.edu/</a>. UMCES is an affirmative action, EOE. Individuals with disabilities, veterans, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.</p><div><div class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr">Best wishes!<br>
<p>Xin Zhang, Assistant Professor</p><p>University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science</p><p>Appalachian Laboratory</p><p>301 Braddock Rd., Frostburg, MD 21532</p><p>Tel: 301-689-7201</p><p>E-mail: <a href="mailto:xzhang@al.umces.edu" target="_blank">xzhang@al.umces.edu</a></p><p>Website: <a href="http://greeningxin.com/" target="_blank">http://greeningxin.com/</a></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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