美国佐治亚大学招聘博士后—沿海生态系统研究

美国佐治亚大学招聘博士后—沿海生态系统研究

Post Doctoral Research Associate

Employer

The University of Georgia

Location

Athens Area

Job Details

Posting Number:

G/R28720P

Working Title:

Post Doctoral Research Associate

Department:

Franklin-School of Marine Prog

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department:

Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia’s learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College/Unit/Department website:

www.marsci.uga.edu

Employment Type:

Employee

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date:

05/01/2025

Posting Date:

03/20/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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 open 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. Letters of reference will be requested as needed. Review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with the candidate starting during Spring or Summer 2025. Address inquiries and applications to Dr. Spivak at aspivak@uga.edu.

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EOO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Duties/Responsibilities:

This position will lead field and lab experiments based on abiotic gradients in GCE-LTER wetlands.

Percentage of time:

40

Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead data analysis, manuscript preparation and publication.

Percentage of time:

40

Duties/Responsibilities:

Present results at relevant conferences and project meetings.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Mentor junior students and lab members.

Percentage of time:

10

Classification Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.0

Position Summary:

The Spivak Coastal Biogeochemistry Lab seeks a Postdoctoral Research to investigate how fluctuating abiotic gradients affect coupled ecological and biogeochemical processes in coastal wetlands. More specifically, how do ecosystem processes change across abiotic gradients and does variability increase near habitat transitions. The Researcher will lead field experiments in the Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long-Term Ecological Research (GCE-LTER) domain and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of population, community and microbial ecologists and hydrologists, among others. Complementary lab experiments will be used to understand fine-scale mechanisms controlling carbon cycling and fate.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

Ph.D in Geoscience, Marine Science, Environmental Science or related field

Knowledge of wetland biogeochemistry and ecology

Experience with organic and inorganic soil and porewater analyses and greenhouse gas analyzers

Experiencing analyzing and visualizing data in R and / or Matlab

Demonstrated record of publication in scientific journals

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :

Work with minimal supervision and provide supervision and mentorship to others

Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, written, and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands:

This position will conduct field work in wetlands and will require walking, bending, pushing, squatting along with exposure to outside elements

Lift up to 50 lbs

Is this a Position of Trust?:

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?:

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

No

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Amanda Spivak

Recruitment Contact Email:

aspivak@uga.edu

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