Summary
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 fieldwork 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)!
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.
Essential Duties
- Deploy, maintain, and collaborate on experiments with PIs, lab manager and graduate students.
- Analyze experimental data and write scientific papers associated with the research.
- Travel to meetings to present results.
- Be an active member in research group activities (e.g. participate in lab meetings).
Qualifications
- Successful candidates must have a PhD in Ecology, Hydrology, Geography, Meteorology, Environmental Engineering, Earth Science, or related field.
- Demonstrated dedication to solving scientific challenges through research and scholarship.
- A demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in both written and spoken English.
- The capacity to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
How to Apply
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.