Postdoctoral Researcher in Measurements of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Agroecosystems
Position Description
The ‘CANN2ONET-A Canadian Nitrous Oxide Collaboration Network to Meet Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Targets’ based at the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Postdoctoral Researcher for 2 years with the opportunity for renewal thereafter. In this full-time position the successful candidate will focus on micrometeorological measurements across various sites, with an emphasis on nitrous oxide emissions. The post-doc will work to scaling up these large datasets and work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop a roadmap for GHG emission reduction for agroecosystems.
Opportunities
The postdoc will play an active role in both the field component of this project and the data synthesis effort. Activities include the operation and interpretation of N2O and CO2 fluxes measured by flux gradient, eddy covariance, and automated chamber methodologies. The position includes training students and interfacing with other team members making measurements of soils, vegetation, and associated environmental measurements. The postdoc will be expected to interface with database managers responsible for quality control of large data sets and synthesize datasets for publication. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to co-author peer-reviewed publications, engage with various stakeholders, and attend professional conferences. This research will be conducted within a collaborative multi-institution program and collaborating partners from various sectors (e.g. industry, government) across Canada. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to mentor graduate students and play a leadership role within the program. We offer a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and experience. An attractive benefit package is included.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a PhD awarded within the last four years with strong training and experience in a relevant science or engineering program, with emphasis on atmospheric science. Candidates with a background in agrometeorology, micrometeorology, hydrology, soil science, or plant science are encouraged to apply. Experience with trace gas analyzers, eddy covariance equipment, data loggers, programming (R, python, Matlab), data and metadata processing is essential. Experience conducting field research of surface-atmosphere exchange, ability to work with large datasets, authoring peer-reviewed articles, making academic and/or outreach presentations is desired. The successful candidate will have ability to work independently and have excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Applicants must be enthusiastic about working in a collaborative environment and excited to work in agri-environmental issues in Canada.
Application
Submit via email with the subject line “CanN2ONet Postdoc Application – Your Name” to Dr. Claudia Wagner-Riddle.
Please include:
1) A cover letter stating your motivation for applying to this position and research interest,
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Copy of 1-2 publications or PhD thesis, and
4) Contact information for up to three references.
Review of applications begins immediately (August 1, 2024) and will be on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
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