[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Research Associate – Forest Hydrology and Biogeochemistry

[Courtney Siegert]

The Northern Gulf Institute, in collaboration with the Forest Hydrology and
Soils Lab at Mississippi State University is seeking a postdoctoral
research associate to contribute to various ongoing projects in areas of
forest hydrology and biogeochemistry that lead to healthy and resilient
watersheds. Specific areas of research may include coastal forest
restoration impacts on water quality and soil health, forest disturbance
(fire, insect) impacts on carbon and nitrogen cycles, and/or canopy
partitioning of water resources. The selected candidate will contribute to
ongoing research projects and will be mentored to develop new research
questions in both field and laboratory settings.

This is a full time, one-year postdoctoral appointment, with a second year
of funding contingent on satisfactory job performance.

*Required Qualifications*

·         PhD in Hydrology, Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Soil
Science, or closely related field

·         Ability to work independently in the field and laboratory.

·         Ability to work collaboratively with others.

·         Ability to coordinate research activities.

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills.

·         A valid US driver’s license.

*Preferred Qualifications*

·         Experience in conducting field work in demanding environments.

·         Experience (or advanced familiarity) in wet analytical chemistry
including elemental combustion analysis, colorimetric analysis, and/or
chromatography.

·         Experience in writing and publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts.

The total compensation includes a salary of $50,000/year as well as health
insurance and other benefits. We will accept applications only from persons
with indefinite employment authorization in the US. There will be no
sponsorship for nonimmigrant or immigrant status for this position. Review
of applications will begin on January 15, 2024 and will continue until a
suitable candidate is found. The start date is flexible, with a desired
start date as early as March 1, 2024. Apply online by submitting a cover
letter, CV, and a copy of your transcripts (
http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/, PARF #507070) or by following this
link directly to the position (http://tiny.cc/5l5ivz). Questions about the
position should be directed to Courtney Siegert (
courtney.siegert at msstate.edu). More information about the Forest Hydrology
and Soils Lab can be found here https://www.faculty.msstate.edu/cms977.
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