[ES_JOBS_NET] Post-Doctoral Associate (Biometeorology), University of Minnesota

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://hr.myu.umn.edu/psc/hrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=365107&PostingSeq=1&

About the Job

*Position Summary:* The successful candidate will work as part of an
interdisciplinary team to advance scientific understanding and
predictability of the transport and fate of agricultural trace gases
including dicamba, ammonia, nitrous oxide (its isotopologues and
isotopomers), methane, and others. The successful candidate is expected to
lead research efforts related to modeling atmospheric transport processes
and to publish results in a timely manner.

*Job Duties:*
(10%) Maintain high quality environmental measurement systems including
laser spectroscopy.
(10%) present findings at scientific conferences. Organize and administer
meetings among collaborative groups
(10%) Perform field and lab-based measurements to establish high quality
trace gas measurement standards
(70%) Archive data, perform data analyses, document experimental study
notes and conduct scientific research on specific atmospheric transport
topics. Perform atmospheric transport modeling and publish results in
scientific journals.

Support: Funding for this position is available for up to 6 years and
includes benefits in addition to salary.

Qualifications

*Required Qualifications:* Completed/near completion PhD in atmospheric
science or related discipline (PhD must be conferred by start date of
position). The work performed in this project will be related to
environmental and atmospheric measurements and using atmospheric transport
modeling to estimate the regional budgets of trace gas emissions including
nitrous oxide and methane. The ability to use sophisticated inverse
modeling techniques and Lagrangian transport modeling is required.

*Preferred Qualifications*: Ph.D. degree with a focus in atmospheric
sciences, micrometeorology, or related discipline. Expertise in one or more
of the following areas would be a significant asset: trace gas
measurements, biogeochemical modeling, chemical transport modeling, and
hands on experience with the Weather Research and Forecasting model (WRF or
WRF-Chem). The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to
independently lead research projects and publish in peer-review journals.
About the Department

The Biometeorology group
<https://hr.myu.umn.edu/psc/hrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/www.biometeorology.umn.edu>
at
the University of Minnesota has an opening for a postdoctoral/research
scientist. The successful candidate will help lead an interdisciplinary
team to advance scientific understanding of the transport and fate of
agricultural trace gases including nitrous oxide (its isotopologues and
isotopomers), and methane. This project will use state-of-the-art trace gas
measurement techniques at 6 tall towers, a lidar network for monitoring PBL
dynamics, and inverse modeling techniques to estimate regional nitrous
oxide and methane budgets for the US Corn Belt. There will also be
opportunities to collaborate within the AI-Climate Institute at the
University of Minnesota to advance inverse modeling using KGML techniques.

This position is in the Department of Soil, Water and Climate
<https://swac.umn.edu/> in CFANS on the St. Paul, MN campus of the
University of Minnesota.
Pay and Benefits

*Pay Range:* $61,008 - $65,000; depending on
education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the *Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates*
<https://policy.umn.edu/hr/postdocappoint-appa> website for more
information regarding benefit eligibility.

   - Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
   - Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
   - Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
   - Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
   - University HSA contributions
   - Disability and life insurance
   - Employee wellbeing program
   - Financial counseling services
   - Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no
   cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position,
please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have
the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and
attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your
"My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters
and Attachments" section. This position requires that you attach*: CV, a
cover letter (describing research experience, career goals, your
qualifications for the position), two representative publications, and
contact information for two references*.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail
employ at umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

*HIRING MANAGER: *Dr. Tim Griffis, timgriffis at umn.edu

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and
inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in
supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting
and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its
programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public
assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a
background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are
eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify
finalists from employment.
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