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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">The Spivak Coastal Biogeochemistry lab at the University of Georgia seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute to research of soil carbon preservation mechanisms in salt marshes. The Postdoctoral Associate will
lead lab- and field- based experiments focusing on how redox conditions alter plant-microbe-mineral interactions and organic matter transformations in wetland soils. This will include conducting mechanistic experiments, using stable isotope tracers, sharing
and publishing results, and working closely with an interdisciplinary team of external collaborators. This position is part of a larger, multi-year project assessing hydrological controls on marsh ecosystem functioning, from microbes-to-landscapes.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></p>
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Conduct microcosm and mesocosm experiments and manipulate redox conditions.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Use multiple, complementary sensor and geochemical techniques. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Regular travel to field sites in Massachusetts (PIE-LTER).<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Coordinate with external collaborators.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Lead data analysis, manuscript preparation, and publication.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Present results at relevant conferences and project meetings.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Mentor junior students and lab members. <o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">Qualifications and experience<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Ph.D. in Geoscience, Marine Science, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or related field.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Knowledge of soil and / or wetland biogeochemistry and isotope geochemistry.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Experience with stable isotope tracers, mass spectrometry, organic and inorganic soil analyses, and microsensors.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Ability to conduct field work in salt marshes, hike over uneven and wet terrain, and lift 50 lbs.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Experience analyzing and visualizing data in R and / or Matlab.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, written, and verbal communication skills.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Demonstrated record of publication in scientific journals.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-left:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Ability to work with minimal supervision and provide supervision and mentorship to others.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">This position reports to Dr. Amanda Spivak in the Marine Sciences Department on UGA’s Athens campus. The appointment is for one year, with the option for renewal upon satisfactory performance. This full-time position
offers salary and employee benefits in accordance with UGA policy. Applicants must submit a cover letter describing their expertise and interests, CV, one publication exemplifying their research, and contact information for three references to aspivak[at]uga.edu.
Letters of reference will be requested as needed. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with the candidate starting during Spring 2024.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">The Marine Sciences Department (<a href="https://www.marsci.uga.edu/">https://www.marsci.uga.edu/</a>) is within UGA’s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. UGA has unique analytical facilities, including the
Center for Applied Isotope Studies (<a href="https://cais.uga.edu/">https://cais.uga.edu/</a>), Georgia Genomics and Bioinformatics Core (<a href="https://dna.uga.edu/">https://dna.uga.edu/</a>), and the Complex Carbohydrates Research Center (<a href="https://www.ccrc.uga.edu/">https://www.ccrc.uga.edu/</a>)
which houses a state-of-the-art NMR facility. UGA provides professional development and networking opportunities through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (<a href="https://postdocs.uga.edu/">https://postdocs.uga.edu/</a>). The Spivak Lab is committed to
supporting and sustaining a collaborative work and learning environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, religion,
age, or protected veteran status.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Amanda Spivak<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Associate Professor<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Department of Marine Sciences<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Franklin College of Arts and Sciences<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">University of Georgia<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">762.499.6228<o:p></o:p></p>
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