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USGS Post-doctoral Opportunity:  Biological nitrogen fixation in Pacific Northwest forests We are recruiting post-doctoral applicants for a USGS Mendenhall Research Opportunity examining climatic controls on biological nitrogen fixation in forests of the Pacific Northwest.  This research opportunity may include a combination of literature survey and meta-analysis, field studies along climatic gradients, and/or simulation modeling to examine the implications of climate-dependency of biological nitrogen fixation for carbon cycling and storage.  Selection of the successful applicant is based on the merit and relevance of a research proposal, as well as the applicant’s qualifications to complete the proposed work.   This is a 2-year post-doctoral position based in Corvallis, Oregon.  Appointment is a USGS federal GS-12 position that includes benefits. Applications are due Feb 21, 2012, submitted through USAJobs.gov More details on this specific research opportunity are available here: http://geology.usgs.gov/postdoc/2013/opps/opp25.html General information, selection procedures, timelines, and FAQ regarding the USGS Mendenhall post-doctoral program are available here: http://geology.usgs.gov/postdoc/ Research Advisors: Steven Perakis (USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center) (541) 758-8786, sperakis@usgs.gov; David Myrold (Oregon State University), david.myrold@oregonstate.edu; Dominique Bachelet (Conservation Biology Institute), dominique@consbio.org Interested applicants should contact Steven Perakis for more information, and should include a CV.