[ES_JOBS_NET] Future of Ice Initiative at University of Washington

[Bonnie Light]

The University of Washington is expanding its commitment to research and
education about the Earth's polar regions through its*"Future of Ice"
Initiative.*The Future of Ice Initiative aims to strengthen disciplinary
areas, foster collaborative interdisciplinary research, and further develop
partnerships with the diverse set of stakeholders in the polar regions,
where the triple challenges of climate change, new economic pressures, and
rapid social and political disruption intersect.

As part of the Future of Ice Initiative, the University of Washington
invites applications for three new tenure-track faculty positions in the
College of the Environment, and several new research faculty positions in
the Applied Physics Laboratory.In addition, the Quaternary Research Center
and the Polar Science Center in the Applied Physics Laboratory invite
applications for postdoctoral researchers.Detailed descriptions of the each
of the positions are given below. NOTE THAT THERE ARE TARGET DATES FOR THE
DIFFERENT POSITIONS.

The University of Washington promotes research and education to serve an
increasingly diverse population of students, staff, and the public. For all
of the positions described below, we seek applicants who are committed to
engaging culturally and ethnically diverse audiences.The University of
Washington is recognized for supporting the work-life balance of its
faculty and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.A PhD is
required at the time of appointment.

More information on the Future of Ice Initiative can be found at:
http://depts.washington.edu/coenv/ice.

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*RESEARCH POSITIONS IN THE APPLIED PHYSICS LABORATORY*

The Polar Science Center at the Applied Physics Laboratory 9invites
applications for research scientists with principal investigator
responsibilities in the following areas: a) fundamental physics of ice and
interaction of ice and water, b) physical oceanography, particularly
observation or numerical modeling of ice-ocean interaction, for example, as
applicable to fjord or ice-shelf cavity circulation and its influence on
outlet glaciers, and c) biology of the ice-ocean environment with a focus
on lower trophic levels including remote sensing. PSC researchers have
access to excellent capabilities in field logistics and engineering and we
encourage applications from researchers who will utilize those. Candidates
in other areas of specialization may be considered depending on
qualifications and research record. We seek candidates who have completed
their postdoctoral research with a record that demonstrates high potential
to develop their own well-funded program. Initial research support over a
nominal 2-year period will come from start-up funds and existing project
funds. Thereafter, candidates are expected to have established
self-sustaining grant-funded research programs.

Applications including CV, research interest summary, publication and
funding history, and names of four references and should be sent to:
pscjobs at uw.edu.

*TENURE-TRACK POSITIONS IN THE COLLEGE OF THE ENVIRONMENT*

The College of the Environment invites applications for three 9-month,
tenure-track positions (Assistant Professor).Successful candidates will be
expected to enhance the University of Washington's multidisciplinary
research in polar science, to develop a funded research program, to mentor
the next generation of scientists, and to contribute to education at the
graduate and undergraduate levels.

*Polar Marine Ecosystems. *We seek an integrative scientist who will
contribute to an understanding of biological processes and ongoing changes
in high-latitude marine ecosystems. Research approaches could include field
observations, remote sensing, or modeling. This appointment is expected to
be made jointly between the School of Oceanography and School of Aquatic
and Fishery Sciences, though an appointment with a different College of the
Environment unit is also possible. Applicants should describe how their
research and teaching will enhance collaborative linkages among
disciplines. Send curriculum vitae, description of research and teaching
interests, and the names of four references, addressed to Polar Marine
Ecosystem Search. Electronic materials are preferred; send to qrc at uw.edu.
Hard copies can be sent to Quaternary Research Center, University of
Washington, Box 351310, Seattle, WA98195-1310. Preference will be given to
applications received prior to February 3^rd , 2014.

*Polar Climate (Ocean-Ice-Atmosphere) Dynamics. *We seek applicants whose
research contributes to quantitative understanding of coupled dynamical
processes at high latitudes. Examples of relevant research areas include
the polar heat and water budget, interacting ocean-atmosphere circulation
dynamics, albedo changes at sea or on land, and ocean-ice sheet
interactions. Approaches could include field observations, analysis of
remotely-sensed observations, or modeling. This appointment will be joint
between two of the following three academic units: Atmospheric Sciences,
Oceanography, and Earth and Space Sciences. Applicants should describe how
their research and teaching will enhance collaborative**linkages among
disciplines.Send curriculum vitae, description of research and teaching
interests, and the names of four references, addressed to Polar Climate
Dynamics Search. Electronic materials are preferred and may be sent to
qrc at uw.edu.Hard copies can be sent to Quaternary Research Center,
University of Washington, Box 351310, Seattle, WA 98195-1310. Preference
will be given to applications received prior to February 3^rd , 2014.

*Glaciology*. We seek applicants with expertise in physical glaciology.
Relevant research areas include, but are not limited to, ice physics,
dynamic behavior of ice sheets, sub-glacial processes, ice-shelf physics
and ice-shelf/ocean interactions, and mountain glaciers. We are
particularly interested in individuals who combine gathering and
interpretation of data with theoretical work, and who are likely to develop
a breadth of research interests over the course of their careers. The
development and use of ice-sheet models to link to broader questions such
as sea level rise is also a desired research direction. This appointment
will be in the Department of Earth and Space Sciences. Send curriculum
vitae, description of research and teaching interests, and the names of
four references, addressed to Glaciology Search Committee. Electronic
materials are preferred and may be sent to essast at uw.edu. Hard copies can
be mailed to: April Huff, Department of Earth and Space Sciences,
University of Washington, Box 351310, Seattle, WA 98195-1310. Preference
will be given to applications received prior to January 2^nd , 2014.

*POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITIES*

The Quaternary Research Center (QRC) and the Applied Physics Laboratory
(APL) are seeking Postdoctoral Research Associates with interests in the
polar regions. APL is a multi-disciplinary research institution with a long
tradition of high latitude research, engineering and logistics*/. /*QRC
encompasses a diversity of fields of study, including archaeology, land
surface processes, paleoclimatology and paleobiology and glaciology.

Applicants are expected to define a research plan that fits within the
broad program areas of either QRC or APL and includes collaboration with
researchers in another unit at the University, such as Oceanography,
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, Marine Affairs, Earth and Space Sciences,
Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental and Forest Sciences, Anthropology, Law,
and the Jackson School of International Studies.

Expected terms are two years, renewable after the first year. A Ph.D. less
than 4 years prior to the time of employment is required. Screening of
applicants will begin at the beginning of March, 2014 and applications
should be received prior toFebruary 28^th , 2014. Applicants are asked to
submit: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a publication list, (3) a brief
research proposal (no more than 1500 words) describing research to be
pursued during a two year tenure at the University of Washington, (4) the
names and contact information of four individuals who can provide a letter
of reference.In addition, a letter of support from a prospective mentor in
one of the participating units is encouraged.Current research of faculty is
available at the individual web pages for the participating departments
listed above.

Applicants should send all materials and any questions to pscjobs at uw.edu.
Electronic submission is preferred but hardcopies can be mailed to Applied
Physics Laboratory, University of Washington, 1013 NE 40^th Street, Seattle
Washington, 98105 c/o Polar Science Center (Isosaki). The positions offers
salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits.


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Dr. Bonnie Light
Polar Science Center
Applied Physics Laboratory
University of Washington
Seattle, WA USA
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