Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Ecohydrology, Soil Physics, and Complex Adaptive Systems
Position
Postdoctoral Researcher
Department
Department of Environmental Sciences
Location
Riverside, United States
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Fields of expertise
Ecohydrology, Soil Physics, Complex Adaptive Systems
Job Description
- We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join an interdisciplinary team focusing on ecohydrology, soil physics, and the dynamics of complex adaptive systems in water-limited ecosystems. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge research related to sustainable water management, plant salt tolerance, and biophysical interactions in degraded natural and managed environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research on plant-soil-water interactions, emphasizing soil physics and salinity impacts.
- Develop and apply mechanistic and stochastic models to explore water and food security within complex adaptive systems.
- Collaborate on projects integrating hydrology, biogeochemical cycles, and human-natural system feedback.
- Contribute to developing ecohydrological models and frameworks that inform sustainable water and land management.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in hydrology, soil physics, environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field.
- Expertise in process-based modeling, data analysis, and ecohydrology, with a background in soil physics.
- Experience with plant physiological modeling, salinity impacts on soil water balance, or the dynamics of complex adaptive systems.
- Experience with fieldwork in land-atmosphere gas exchange measurements is preferred.
- Proficiency in quantitative tools such as programming, data analysis, and model development.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Application Material:
Applicants should submit a complete application package by email to saverio.perri@ucr.edu. The selection process will start immediately, but we will accept applications until the position is filled. The application package should include (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a statement of motivation, (3) a PDF of PhD thesis, and (4) names, affiliations, and email addresses of at least two references.
Apply ASAP: This position is available immediately with a flexible starting date.
