<div dir="ltr"><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">JPF017251-2
Post-Doctoral Position in Ecosystem Modeling - Marine Science Institute</span></b></p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Applications are invited for (a) postdoctoral scholar(s) to engage in
research using global ecosystem models of the upper ocean. The postdoc(s) will
incorporate the evolutionary response of marine primary producers, especially
mixotrophs which combine photosynthesis and heterotrophy, to climate change
into ecosystem models (<a href="https://nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1851194" style="color:blue">https://nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1851194</a>).
We expect to hire up to two individuals based on the pool of qualified
applicants.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The project tests the role of mixotrophs in a potential climate feedback
loop that may accelerate carbon emissions from the surface ocean. In
particular, we test the hypothesis that mixotrophs will become more
heterotrophic under warmer ocean conditions, and ask whether evolution (e.g.,
adaptation to warmer ocean conditions) may modulate this response. The
postdoctoral scholar(s) will primarily be involved with the modeling component
of the project, which incorporates the results of evolution experiments into
ecosystem models. These ecosystem models will be used to quantify the climate
feedback impacts of shifts in mixotroph traits, and will be parameterized using
experimental data. </p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The postdoctoral scholar’s (or scholars’) activities may include, but will
not be limited to, (1) development of new models for mixotrophy in an ecosystem
context, (2) implementation of these models in coupled marine biogeochemistry
and lower trophic level ecosystem models (e.g., COBALT or the MIT Ecosystem Model
(a.k.a. Darwin)), (3) analysis of model output, especially quantification of
impacts on carbon and nutrient cycling, and (4) involvement in laboratory
evolution experiments. The postdoctoral scholar(s) will also be encouraged to
develop independent but related lines of inquiry and to take advantage of
professional development opportunities available at UC Santa Barbara and
through collaborations, meeting attendance, etc.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The appointee will be based at UCSB in the laboratory of Dr. Holly Moeller,
and will collaborate with Dr. Charlotte Laufkötter (University of Bern), Dr.
Stephanie Dutkiewicz (MIT), and Dr. Ben Ward (University of Southampton). The
project includes funds for travel for collaborative visits to these other
institutions.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Interested applicants should contact Dr. Holly Moeller (<a href="mailto:holly.moeller@lifesci.ucsb.edu" style="color:blue">holly.moeller@lifesci.ucsb.edu</a>)
with any questions about the position.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Basic Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or be enrolled in a Ph.D.
or equivalent international program.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Additional Qualifications: PhD in marine biogeochemical modeling, ecosystem
modeling, oceanography, microbial ecology, mathematical biology, or closely
related disciplines by time of appointment.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Preferred Qualifications:<br>
-Prior experience with running and/or developing coupled marine ecosystem
models (such as COBALT, Darwin, etc.)<br>
-Experience in analysing model output/large geospatial datasets using tools
such as Matlab, Python, NCL or equivalent.<br>
-Programming experience. <br>
-Research experience in one or more of the following areas: ecological
modeling, ocean biogeochemistry, marine microbial ecology, or closely related
disciplines. <br>
-A track record of talks and peer-reviewed publications appropriate to career
stage.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The position start date is negotiable, and can be as early as 1 May 2020,
but no later than 31 December 2020. Applicants must have completed their PhD in
order to start this position.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The duration of the initial appointment is 12 months; reappointment for an
additional year(s) is possible. Salary is competitive, commensurate with the
applicant’s qualifications. Postdoctoral benefits are included (<a href="https://clients.garnett-powers.com/pd/uc/plans_benefits" style="color:blue">https://clients.garnett-powers.com/pd/uc/plans_benefits</a>).</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Applicants should submit a CV, a short (1-2 page) statement of research
experience and interests related to the project, PDF copies of up to two
relevant publications, and the names, affiliations, and email addresses of
three references to:</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman""><a href="https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF01725" style="color:blue">https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF01725</a></p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">For primary consideration apply by March 1, 2020.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">Position will remain open until filled.</p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to
the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research,
teaching and service as appropriate to this position. </p>
<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman"">The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by law.</p><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><span style="font-size:12.8px">---------------------------</span></div><div dir="ltr"><span style="font-size:12.8px">Dr. Holly V. Moeller</span><div style="font-size:12.8px">Assistant Professor, Ecology, Evolution & Marine Biology</div><div style="font-size:12.8px">University of California, Santa Barbara</div><div style="font-size:12.8px"><span style="font-size:12.8px">Email: <a href="mailto:holly.moeller@lifesci.ucsb.edu" target="_blank">holly.moeller@lifesci.ucsb.edu</a></span><br></div><div style="font-size:12.8px"><div style="font-size:12.8px">Website: <a href="https://moellerecology.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">https://moellerlab.org/</a></div><div style="font-size:12.8px">Phone: 805-893-3216</div><div style="font-size:12.8px">Pronouns: she/her</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>