Original Link: https://sala.lab.asu.edu/post-doctoral-research-opportunity-at-the-lab-of-osvaldo-sala-enrique-vivoni/
Arizona State University’s Sala and Vivoni laboratories are seeking a postdoctoral research scholar to research the impact of woody plant encroachment on the hydrology of drylands. This project will integrate environmental sensor networks, a numerical ecohydrology model, and plant-soil-water field work at the Jornada Experimental Range. Come work with a great team of students, technical staff and our faculty members (Enrique Vivoni, Ph.D., P.E. and Osvaldo E. Sala)!
Essential duties
1. Deploy, maintain, and collaborate on experiments with PIs, lab manager and graduate students.
2. Analyze experimental data and write scientific papers associated with the research.
3. Travel to meetings to present results.
4. Be an active member in research group activities (e.g. participate in lab meetings).
Qualifications
1. Successful candidates must have a PhD in Ecology, Hydrology, Geography, Meteorology, Environmental Engineering, Earth Science, or related field.
2. Demonstrated dedication to solving scientific challenges through research and scholarship.
3. A demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in both written and spoken English.
4. The capacity to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
To apply, please send a 1-page cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a writing sample to Osvaldo Sala (Osvaldo.Sala@asu.edu) and Enrique Vivoni (vivoni@asu.edu). Applications will reviewed beginning 2/14/2025. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.
This is a grant-funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding. Renewal of the position is contingent upon satisfactory progress and contribution to the collective program.
