[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoc position, Univ. Arkansas, in rice cultivation CH4 flux modeling and synthesis

[Benjamin R. Runkle]

Dear all,

I have an open position to join my group at the University of Arkansas for a postdoc to synthesize and model methane flux datasets from rice agriculture sites, funded by the NASA Carbon Monitoring Program<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcce-datasharing.gsfc.nasa.gov%2Fcmsprojects%2Flist%2Fh%2F0%2F&data=04%7C01%7Cbrrunkle%40uark.edu%7C3e886ac44b59485107ad08d9488c0c51%7C79c742c4e61c4fa5be89a3cb566a80d1%7C0%7C0%7C637620588610339283%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=CGhDdyLHsoQRvtj5Udfh32BvbsC8QZx%2FffSt0NTSb3c%3D&reserved=0>. We have a wonderful group, lots of cool collaborators, and this part of Arkansas is an extraordinary place to live with excellent amenities and a low cost of living.

The application is here, and summarized below:
https://tinyurl.com/UARKPostdoc
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Summary of Job Duties:
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.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

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 conferred by the start of employment
  *   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
  *   Research experience with agricultural and/or landscape systems and their greenhouse gas dynamics

Preferred Qualifications:

  *   Good scientific communication skills as evidenced by publications and/or presentations at conferences
  *   Willingness and demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
  *   Demonstrated experience with environmental data management

Additional Information:

College of Engineering - Diversity & Inclusion Statement

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 campus community and welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, LGBTQIA+, or any other characteristic protected under 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.

Salary Information:
$50,000

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy

Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:
Benjamin Runkle
Associate Professor
brrunkjle at uark.edu<mailto:brrunkjle at uark.edu>

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion<https://diversity.uark.edu/>

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.

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<mailto:brrunkle at uark.edu>
https://runkle.uark.edu/
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