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Senior Research Associate | School of Integrative Plant Science, CALS

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Posted on January 13, 2025

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Senior Research Associate | School of Integrative Plant Science, CALSAcademic Job Description

EcoLab - Soil and Crop Sciences Section, School of Integrative Plant Science

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Senior Research Associate

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach.

Position Function:

EcoLab is an ecological modeling and a big data research lab in the Soil and Crop Sciences Section, the School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS), College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. The research program of EcoLab is designed to advance predictive understanding of ecosystem ecology and biogeochemistry under the global environmental change via data-model integration. The incumbent of this Senior Research Associate (SRA) position will lead research as a Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) and share the responsibility of managing the EcoLab.

Anticipated Division of Time:

Conduct and lead original research towards improving predictive understanding of carbon cycle of terrestrial ecosystems in response to climate change via multiple approaches, including data synthesis, modeling, and data-model integration. (25%)

Analyze and interpret the research output from data synthesis and modeling studies for advancing our predictive understanding of land carbon cycle under climate change. (25%)

Collaborate with software engineers and computer scientists in the development of tools for conducting data-driven modeling of and forecasting of land carbon cycle dynamics. (10%)

Independently identify, seek and secure funding sources for research. (10%)

Share the responsibility of managing Cornell EcoLab, including organization of workshops, training courses, lab meetings, and project meetings. (30%)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. in biology, ecology, Earth system science, or related fields. At least 5 years of postdoctoral experience or relevant research experience. Must have a strong record of original independent research and peer-reviewed publications. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 6 years of research experience obtained after conferral of PhD degree. Demonstrated supervisory skills are desirable.

This is a full-time appointment, renewable annually upon satisfactory work performance and funding availability.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervise postdoctoral researchers and graduate students to advance related projects. Mentor undergraduate students interested in related projects.

To apply:

Please apply via Academic Jobs Online atthis link .

Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement supporting diverse communities.

Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

Pay Range:

$51,200.00 - $142,400.00

EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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