Postdoctoral Research Associate - Biogeochemistry
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Biogeochemistry
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Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate BiogeochemistryAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Soil Biogeochemistry Lab is seeking an exceptional postdoctoral research associate to start in July 2025. We are offering a oneyear postdoctoral position focused on soil organic matter nitrogen and phosphorus dynamics in both nature and managed ecosystems. We also encourage the potential candidates who are enthusiastic about developing their own projects within these areas. This position will primarily be based in the Department of Ecology Evolution and Organismal Biology and will involve close collaboration with other research groups. Our work will integrate field experiments lab incubations and processbased models to elucidate the fundamental mechanisms through which biogeochemical and environmental factors impact soil carbon and nutrient dynamics. The candidate is expected to work both independently and collaboratively with faculty postdoctoral fellows and students at different levels. Responsibilities include supervising and training students in lab techniques and experiments collecting and analyzing data writing manuscripts for publication and preparing presentations.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Environmental Science or a related field (on or before the start date)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated expertise in biogeochemistry soil science Agricultural ecosystem or related fields
- Experience in field measurements of soil CO2fluxes by using soil chamber system
- Experience in laboratory incubations and analysis of soil biogeochemical properties including soil carbon fractionation and microbial community
- Experience with processbased modeling statistical modeling or machine learning
- A proven track record of research publications in highquality peerreviewed journals
Department Website:
- Start Date:July 1 2025
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1 Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2 Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or callor Toll Free:.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing ProgramOriginal Posting Date:
April 16 2025Posting Close Date:
April 23 2025Job Requisition Number:
R16834
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
