The Department of Biology in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate.
About the Opportunity
This position will conduct research as part of an NSF-funded project centered around quantifying the impacts of the North American 'megadrought' on carbon-water cycling. The postdoc will contribute to this effort by synthesizing data from large soil moisture and flux tower networks, tree-ring chronologies, remote sensing products, and model output. We invite applications from candidates with strong analytical skills, proficiency in managing large datasets, and a background in environmental science, ecology, or related disciplines.
At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:
What You'll Do
The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.
The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.
West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.