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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:#4A4A4A">The Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position on Arctic systems in the laboratory of Professor Howard Epstein.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:#4A4A4A">This postdoctoral position will have several responsibilities within the Arctic Research Center at the University of Virginia under the direct supervision of Professor Epstein. 1) The postdoc will contribute
to an NSF research project regarding the implementation of a terrestrial meteorological sensor network and geophysical surveying in the community of Utqiagvik, AK to assess how components of the built environment affect local conditions and the stability of
permafrost. </span><a href="https://www.arcus.org/nna/projects/2022639" target="_blank">Understanding the Changing Natural-Built Landscape in an Arctic Community: An Integrated Sensor Network in Utqiagvik, Alaska | ARCUS</a><span style="color:#4A4A4A">. 2)
The postdoc will have some project management responsibilities within the UVA Arctic Research Center. 3) The postdoc will have opportunities to teach or contribute to courses on Arctic systems. 4) The postdoc will have the flexibility to incorporate their
own research ideas into existing UVA Arctic Research Center projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><b><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:</span></b><span style="color:#4A4A4A"> A Ph.D. degree in Environmental Sciences or related field is required by the start date.
Candidates should have a strong publication record in Arctic system sciences and have experience working with meteorological and bio-geophysical data, with an emphasis on complex datasets, and spatial and time series analyses. The work we conduct is highly
collaborative with practitioners from various types of institutions, as well as local community members. Therefore, candidates must have excellent leadership and communication skills, both oral and written. Candidates may also serve as a mentor for both graduate
and undergraduate students.<br>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><b><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">APPLICATION PROCEDURE:</span></b><span style="color:#4A4A4A"> Apply online at
</span><a href="https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UVAJobs/job/Charlottesville-VA/Research-Associate-in-Environmental-Sciences_R0033626">https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UVAJobs/job/Charlottesville-VA/Research-Associate-in-Environmental-Sciences_R0033626</a><span style="color:#4A4A4A">
and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-left:.5in"><b><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the CV box.
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><b><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">APPLICATION DEADLINE:</span></b><span style="color:#4A4A4A"> Review of applications has begun, but the position will remain open until filled. The University
will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:#4A4A4A">This is a one-year appointment, with the potential for renewal for a second year, contingent upon satisfactory performance.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:#4A4A4A">For questions regarding this position, please contact Howard Epstein, Professor and Chair, Department of Environmental Sciences, at
<a href="mailto:hee2b@virginia.edu">hee2b@virginia.edu</a>.<br>
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For questions about the application process, please contact Richard Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at
</span><a href="mailto:rkh6j@Virginia.edu">rkh6j@Virginia.edu</a><span style="color:#4A4A4A">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:#4A4A4A">Further information about Howard Epstein and his research may be found at
</span><a href="https://evsc.as.virginia.edu/people/profile/hee2b" target="_blank">Department of Environmental Sciences (virginia.edu)</a><span style="color:#4A4A4A">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">COVID Vaccination Requirement and Guidelines</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">Please visit the </span><a href="https://hr.virginia.edu/uva-covid-19-job-requirements-and-guidelines" target="_blank">UVA COVID-19 Job Requirements and Guidelines</a><span class="wen21"><span style="color:#4A4A4A"> webpage prior</span></span><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">
to applying for current information regarding vaccination requirements and guidelines for employment at UVA.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin-left:.5in"><i><span style="color:#4A4A4A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and
the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library,</span></i><span style="color:#4A4A4A">
<i><span style="border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity
and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion,
sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.</span></i><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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