ECOSYSTEM MODELER – POSTDOC

Postdoc to develop a simulation submodel of benthic biogeochemical processes including filter feeding by clams for inclusion in a larger coupled ecological – hydrodynamic model of the Plum Island Sound estuary. In addition to modeling, postdoc will be responsible for collecting background calibration / validation data on clam populations and dynamics in this estuary. This modeling effort is part of an NSF-funded Coupled Natural-Human Systems project in coastal Massachusetts studying suburbanization, watershed N dynamics, estuarine eutrophication and the shellfish industry. Postdoc will work with a team of scientists from Clark, MBL, Penn State, UNH and UGA, as well as the PIE LTER. This up to 2-yr position to be based out of the University of Georgia but to include significant field work in Massachusetts. Position to be filled winter/spring 2010 with applications first screened Jan 4, 2010. Application should include: letter explaining career goals and expertise needed to develop model, CV, graduate school course of study and grades, names and full addresses of 4 referees.