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<div>Postdoctoral Researcher Position: Arctic-Boreal Ecosystem
Modeling - Job # BRPD17<br>
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SUMMARY: The Woods Hole Research Center seeks a post-doctoral
researcher with a focus on land surface modeling in boreal and
arctic ecosystems. The successful candidate will work closely with
the lead scientist and collaborators to assess how changes in
climate, vegetation, disturbances, permafrost, and other
properties have been impacting high-latitude carbon cycling using
the Community Land Model (CLM). This position requires advanced
Earth system modeling experience, including the ability to develop
model code, conduct experiments, and manipulate large data sets.<br>
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Responsibilities: The successful candidate will:<br>
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<li>Lead model development for photosynthesis, respiration,
phenology, and permafrost modules.</li>
<li>Perform complex geoprocessing, including the application of
benchmarks to multiple land surface models.</li>
<li>Conduct model experiments to understand changing seasonal CO2
fluxes in boreal forests and arctic tundra.</li>
<li>Analyze and integrate a variety of observational data,
including remote sensing products, atmospheric CO2 metrics, and
in situ fluxes.</li>
<li>Work in a highly collaborative environment to analyze,
synthesize, and present results.</li>
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Qualifications and Experience:<br>
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<li>Ph.D. degree in Environmental Sciences, Earth System Science,
Ecology, or a related discipline, with a demonstrated ability to
develop and apply land surface models (experience with CLM is
preferred), conduct spatial analysis, and manage large data
sets.</li>
<li>Excellent ability to use relevant computing resources and
learn new skills as needed.</li>
<li>Knowledge of boreal and arctic ecosystems, vegetation
dynamics, and carbon cycling.</li>
<li>Ability to think and work across disciplines and scales.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, and the ability
to work in a highly collaborative environment.</li>
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Desired Start Date: June 2017 Application Deadline: March 15, 2017
Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000, with full benefit package, exempt
position. Appointment: This is a two-year appointment, with the
opportunity to extend.<br>
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Application Instructions: To apply, please send cover letter
referencing “Post-Doctoral Researcher Job # BRPD17”, curriculum
vitae, and contact information for three references to <a
href="mailto:jobopenings@whrc.org">jobopenings@whrc.org</a>.
Please type “BRPD17” in the subject line.
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