Date

Postdoctoral Position Available
International Arctic Research Center
University of Alaska Fairbanks
PCN: 924407

Review of Applicants Begins: Monday, 14 February 2005

For further information, visit:
http://www.iarc.uaf.edu

or contact:
Laodong Guo
E-mail: guol [at] iarc.uaf.edu

or contact:
Chien-Lu Ping
E-mail: pfclp [at] uaa.alaska.edu


The successful candidate will work on NSF sponsored projects on the
flux, fate and transformation of organic carbon across the land/ocean
interface.

The position responsibilities include field sampling, lab experiments,
degradation, molecular characterization and size fractionation of
natural organic matter, manuscript preparation for publication, and
other duties as required.

This appointment is expected to be for a period of up to 3 years
duration. The initial appointment will be for one year with
continuations based on contributions to the project. A background
investigation will be conducted on the final candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. degree (already received, or having completed all requirements
and awaiting graduation) in a discipline appropriate to organic
biogeochemistry, carbon cycle, soil organic chemistry, and related
fields.
- Sufficient relevant experience to contribute significantly to a
specific project.
- Experience with the use of computers and other appropriate equipment
to conduct the research proposed.
- Physically fit and willing to work in severe environments of the
arctic coastal zone.
- Ability to operate power tools to excavate permafrost.
- Ability to carry 40 lb. sample bags across the tundra.

A UAF employment application must be submitted. This form
can be downloaded at:
http://www.gi.alaska.edu/admin/human_resources

To apply, please submit your application, resume, cover letter, and the
names and contact information of three references to:
Julie Wegner, Human Resource Coordinator
Geophysical Institute
University of Alaska Fairbanks
P.O. Box 757320 (903 Koyukuk Drive )
Fairbanks, AK 99775-7320

Phone: 907-474-7791
Fax: 907-474-7395
E-mail: julie.wegner [at] gi.alaska.edu

Please note that if this appointment extends beyond one year, in
subsequent years, for purposes of collective bargaining, this position
will be represented by a labor union. At that time, the successful
candidate will be obligated to pay the union an agency fee as a
condition of employment.

For further information, visit:
http://www.iarc.uaf.edu