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POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS IN PEATLAND AND BOREAL FOREST DISTURBANCE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA FAIRBANKS Institute of Arctic Biology Postdoctoral Research Scientist.  The University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for one or more postdoctoral positions to conduct modeling studies in two projects associated with the Bonanza Creek Long Term Ecological Research Program: (1) the Alaska Peatland Experiment (APEX); and (2) "Assessing the impacts of fire and insect disturbance on the terrestrial carbon budgets of forested areas in Canada and Alaska". The two projects currently have a total combined four years of postdoctoral support.  The scientist(s) will conduct modeling studies that make use of data that is being collected by the projects and that involve the integration of existing models of vegetation dynamics and biogeochemistry.  Training in earth system science or biogeochemistry is required, and the scientists must have skills in mathematics, computer programming, data analysis, and modeling of system dynamics.  Individuals interested in combining research interests in environmental modeling with interests in ecosystem ecology, vegetation dynamics, soil dynamics, or hydrology are strongly encouraged to apply.  A Ph.D. degree (already received or awaiting receipt with all requirements fulfilled) is required. Applications for this position can be submitted at the following URL:  http://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=62312 or by going to http://www.uakjobs.com/ and entering posting number 0054948.  Applications will be received until the position is filled, but review of applications will begin on 7 May 2008.  More information on the nature of the position can be obtained by contacting Dr. A. David McGuire, 907-474-6242, ffadm@uaf.edu. The University of Alaska is and equal employment/affirmative action employer and educational institution.  Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. A. David McGuire 214 Irving I Building Department of Biology and Wildlife University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK  99775 Tel.       (907)-474-6242 FAX     (907)-474-7872