PG COASTAL NITROGEN CYCLING SCHOLARSHIPS 2011 – SYDDANSK UNIVERSITY

We invite applications for a postdoctoral position to explore the nitrogen cycle in coastal waters with particular focus on the use of stable nitrogen isotopes to trace processes and establish budgets. The position is for two years starting 1 April, 2011 or soon thereafter.

The project is experimental and includes laboratory studies and fieldwork. It includes investigations of isotope fractionation in microbial cultures and natural samples, and determination of rates of nitrogen transformations in water and sediments. The work will be closely coordinated with a related project at the German Helmholtz Centre for Materials and Coastal Research.

The candidate will be integrated in the research group in microbial ecology lead by Professor Bo Thamdrup and associated with the Nordic Center for Earth Evolution (NordCEE) at the Institute of Biology. Research in these units focuses broadly on the role of microbes in the biogeochemistry of aquatic systems, and on the evolution of microbes and environments during Earth’s history.

The candidate should have a strong background in either biogeochemistry or microbial ecology with a completed PhD by the project start date, and preferably with experience in working with stable isotopes. The application materials should include a copy of full transcripts, including grades, a statement of research interests and background, as well as two letters of recommendation.

Location: Odense

Application Procedure : The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

The application must include the following:
• A curriculum vitae including information on previous employment and teaching experience.
• A full list of publications stating the scientific publication on which the applicant wishes to rely.
• A copy of full transcripts, including grades
• A statement of research interests and background
• Two letters of recommendation
• A list of all enclosures
Please send the application, marked “job ID 11305″, including enclosures by e-mail (in Adobe PDF format alternatively Word 2003 or newer format) to pers@sdu.dk.

Important Dates :
Employment starts : 1 April, 2011
Closing Date : 14 March, 2011 at 12 noon

Email : bot(AT)biology.sdu.dk.

Contact Number : +45 65502477,

Source : http://www.jobs.sdu.dk/vis_stilling.php?id=6400&lang=eng