Merced, CA

Organization: The University of California – Merced

Contact: For questions and additional information, please contact Drs. Mohammad Safeeq, msafeeq@ucmerced.edu; Roger Bales, rbales@ucmerced.edu; Martha Conklin, mconklin@ucmerced.edu; Joe Wagenbrenner, jwagenbrenner@fs.fed.us.

Duties: The successful candidate will use and synthesize existing data collected in and around the KREW and the SSCZO to better understand the geophysical, geochemical, hydrological and ecological controls on the development and function of the Critical Zone. The incumbent will also evaluate the effects of prescribed fire, uneven-aged, small-group tree harvesting, and natural disturbance on Critical Zone processes through data synthesis and numerical modeling. This position will be based at UC Merced, with the opportunity to work with KREW and SSCZO investigators at other locations.

Desired qualifications: A Ph.D. in Watershed Hydrology or related field; well-developed data analysis and/or modeling skills; and excellent writing, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Link to more information: For further information see: KREW and SSCZO.

How to apply: Visit https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/apply/JPF00517 and follow the instructions. Initial review of applicants will begin immediately.

Application deadline: Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; however, there is a closing date of 10/31/2017.