[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoc, University of Arkansas, Modeling methane fluxes from rice cultivation

[Ben Runkle]

Dear all,



I have an open position to join my group at the University of Arkansas for
a postdoc to synthesize and model CH4 flux datasets from rice agriculture
sites, funded by the NASA Carbon Monitoring Program
<https://cce-datasharing.gsfc.nasa.gov/cmsprojects/list/h/0/>. Please share
widely!



The application is here, and summarized below:

https://tinyurl.com/ArkansasCH4pd



The Post Doctoral Fellow’s job duties will contribute to a funded research
project by synthesizing and modeling CH4 flux datasets from a large number
of eddy covariance measurement stations, focusing on production-scale rice
agriculture. Field visits may be conducted in irrigated and non-irrigated
agricultural fields in Arkansas and other states. The project will
investigate the impacts of land cover and management practices on the
surface energy balance, biophysical properties, carbon uptake, and
greenhouse gas emissions. The Post Doctoral fellow will interface with
scientists from a number of institutions and disciplines. The ultimate aim
is to advance scientific understanding by modeling CH4 fluxes using remote
sensing and other geospatial inputs and validate them at the field scale
with the eddy covariance inputs.

Qualifications:

*Minimum Qualifications*:

·         Ph.D. in disciplines such as biological, biosystems, ecological
or environmental engineering, ecology, environmental science, geography,
geosciences, or a closely related field

·         Demonstrated experience (research presentations, thesis, or
publications) with high frequency micrometeorological datasets, remote
sensing of landscape processes, or modeling of biogeochemical processes

·         Computer skills with python, R, Matlab, or a related language

*Preferred Qualifications: *

·         Good scientific communication skills as evidenced by publications
and/or presentations at conferences

·         Willingness to work both independently and in a collaborative
team environment

·         Demonstrated experience with environmental data management


*Salary Information:*

$48,000


*Required Documents to Apply:*

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three
Professional References (name, email, business title)

*Optional Documents:*

Proof of Veteran Status


*Recruitment Contact Information:*

University of Arkansas Human Resources ADMN 222 (479) 575-5351 hr at uark.edu


*All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas
System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
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*Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.*

Additional Information:

*Diversity and Inclusion:*

The College of Engineering is dedicated to building and supporting an
inclusive culture with a diverse and pluralistic faculty, staff, and
administration. The College encourages applications from all qualified
candidates, especially individuals who contribute to diversity of our
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or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic
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applicable federal or state law. The College invites applicants with career
interruptions to share the related circumstances and explain how these
interruptions have impacted their career path.

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Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for
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Background check information will be used in a confidential,
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and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and
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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to
race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability,
religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status,
genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other
characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on
the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public
disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution,
classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of
universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of
Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through
education, research and outreach by providing transformational
opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and
climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas
and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming
community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing
region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies
and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also
quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall
quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work
environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life
balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health,
dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and
their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice
of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10%
of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any
supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before
applying for the opening.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process,
please submit a request via the OEOC website
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position of which they have applied.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job
posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.


Kindly,

Ben



Benjamin R. K. Runkle, P.E.

Associate Professor, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701

ENGR 231

Phone: 479-575-2878

brrunkle at uark.edu

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