Postdoctoral Scholar - Sierra Nevada Research Institute
Position overview
Position title: Postdoctoral ScholarApplication Window
Open date: October 6, 2023
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Mar 20, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Sierra Nevada Research Institute at the University of California, Merced is looking for a self-motivated and qualified postdoctoral scholar to work on a collaborative, multi-campus project aimed at enhancing carbon storage and other benefits resulting from forest restoration in California’s Sierra Nevada. The specific focus is on developing improved understanding of how surface-fuel attributes, resulting from fuels management, influence fire behavior and carbon storage in forest biomass and soils. The Postdoctoral Scholar will integrate findings from laboratory experiments, field observations, and modeling. The individual should be self-motivated and have demonstrated the ability to conduct and publish independent scientific research. The candidate is expected to:
- Contribute to laboratory experiments, field measurements, and data analysis.
- Carry out modeling using a dynamic vegetation-ecosystem model.
- Contribute to mentoring of graduate and undergraduate researchers.
- Prepare peer-reviewed publications.
- Present outcomes of research in various conferences and stakeholder workshops.
Qualifications
Applicants must have obtained a doctoral degree in engineering, environmental science, forestry, ecosystem science, fire science or a related field. Preference for interviews will be give to those who meet the preferred qualifications.
Experience with relevant forest-management research, biogeochemistry, and ecosystem modeling is highly desired. Experience in Python, R or a related programming language, plus modeling with LPJ-GUESS or similar model will be an added advantage.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Provide the names of at least three professional/academic references with contact information including mailing address, phone number and e-mail address.
Help contact: ksackett@ucmerced.edu
About UC Merced
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy.