Date

Date: 15 January 2016
Multiple Positions Available

  1. University of Bremen seeks two PhD students, Institute of
    Environmental Physics
    Bremen,Germany

2.Universite de Sherbrooke seeks PhD Student, Geophysics and Remote
Sensing
Quebec, Canada

  1. Dartmouth College seeks applicants for Postdoctoral Fellowship
    Ecology, Evolution, Ecosystems and Society
    Hanover, New Hampshire

  2. The Ohio State University seeks applicants for Postdoctoral
    Fellowship at the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center
    Columbus, Ohio

  3. Greenland National Museum and Archives seeks applicants for an
    Archaeologist and Curator
    Nuuk, Greenland

1.University of Bremen seeks PhD student, Institute of Environmental
Physics
Bremen, Germany

The University of Bremen is seeking two PhD students in the area of
remote sensing of sea ice and the polaratmosphere. This will be a
fixed-term position for a duration of 3 years, based in Bremen, Germany.

PhD 1: The student will be expected to do Remote sensing of atmospheric
water vapor over Arctic sea ice and open ocean using satellite microwave
sensors in order to understand climate change in the Arctic, and the
observed amplification of global warming in the Arctic. The task
involves running but also adapting existing retrieval algorithms and
extensively analyzing and comparing large output data sets.

Ph.D. 2: The student will be expected to do retrieval of spectral
surface reflection properties from satellite and airborne observations
in order to quantitatively better understand the increased global
warming in the Arctic. The main focus of the research will be to analyze
the sources of uncertainties (e.g. different spectral or angular
resolution, varying cloud cover, varying surface properties) and use
existing radiative transfer models (SCIATRAN, MCARATS) to evaluate the
uncertainty when comparing data from satellite sensor and field or
airborne campaigns. The task assumes not only running, but also
improving the RT models and bulk processing of satellite data.

For further information and application, go to:
http://www.iup.uni-bremen.de/deu/downloads/ac3-pharos1.pdf

Application Deadline Date: 16 January 2016
Start Date: 1 March 2016

For questions, please contact: Georg Heygster heygster [at] uni-bremen.de

  1. Universite de Sherbrooke seeks PhD Student, Geophysics and Remote
    Sensing
    Quebec, Canada

The Universite de Sherbrooke is seeking a PhD student for a project in
Temporal and spatial snow characterization using high-resolution
modeling and microwave remote sensing in the Canadian High Arctic. This
will be a fixed-term position for a duration of 3 years, based in
Quebec, Canada starting August-September 2016.

Within GRIMP's research program on winter extreme events in the arctic
in collaboration with the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS,
Cambridge Bay, Nunavut), this Ph.D. project will focus on 1) the
application of the snow thermodynamic model SNOWPACK to the Greiner
watershed, on Victoria Island, Nunavut (Canada). A high spatial
resolution application for the SNOWPACK model will be developed, applied
and validated with field measurements in order to monitor snow changes
in a warming Arctic. The second main objective is to 2) use microwave
remote sensing to retrieve state variables from space and monitor
extreme events such as rain-on-snow which have important impacts on
grazing conditions, surface energy balance etc.

The Ph.D. candidate will be funded for a maximum duration of 3-years,
starting August-September 2016. The Universite de Sherbrooke is a French
university and the PhD student will need to take 3 classes in French.
The thesis can be written in English. Necessary skills include: Advanced
coding, remote sensing, fieldwork experience, knowledge of snow physical
processes, teamwork.

Interested candidates should send a letter of motivation and CV to:

Prof. Dr. Alexandre Langlois
Assistant Professor Groupe de Recherche
Interdisciplinaire sur le Milieux Polaires (GRIMP)
Departement de Geomatique Appliquee
Universite de Sherbrooke
2500 Blvd. de l'Universite
Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1K 2R1
Tel.: 819-821-8000 #65690
Fax: 819-821-7944
Email : a.langlois2 [at] usherbrooke.ca

For more information, go to:
http://pages.usherbrooke.ca/cartel/langlois_alexandre.php

Application Deadline Date: Open Until Filled
Start Date: August-September 2016
For questions contact: Alexandre Langlois
a.langlois2 [at] usherbrooke.ca

  1. Dartmouth College seeks applicants for 1-2 Postdoctoral Fellowships
    in Ecology, Evolution, Ecosystems and Society
    Hanover, New Hampshire

Dartmouth College seeks applicants for 1-2 postdoctoral fellowships in
the Ecology, Evolution, Ecosystems, and Society (EEES) Graduate Program
at Dartmouth College. The position is for a fixed term of 2 years and
will be based in Hanover, New Hampshire.

EEES is a diverse community of scholars who conduct innovative research
in the natural sciences and interdisciplinary environmental studies,
including ecology, evolution, anthropology, environmental economics,
geography and earth sciences. Quality candidates will possess a PhD in
an appropriate disciplinary or interdisciplinary field and have a strong
background in interdisciplinary research, advanced analytical and
writing skills, and an interest in undergraduate and graduate level
education. The successful candidates will be expected to initiate and
develop creative independent research projects. In addition, the fellows
will have the opportunity to enhance graduate student education and
professional development by leading a seminar course or working group
dedicated to developing a research product. The ideal candidate will be
a strong contributing member of the vibrant EEES community at Dartmouth
and foster productive discourse both within and beyond the program.
Applicants should identify in their cover letter one or more potential
faculty mentors from the EEES program.

Applicants should submit the following application materials through
Interfolio (apply.interfolio.com/33632):

-Cover letter
-Curriculum vitae
-PDF copies of up to five representative publications or manuscripts
-Names and addresses of three references
-A one-page prospectus for an interdisciplinary graduate seminar
or working group
-A statement of scientific purpose that describes your research
interests and aspirations

Application review begins: 12 February 2016

For further information, please contact: Douglas Bolger
Email: dbolger [at] dartmouth.edu

  1. The Ohio State University seeks applicants for Postdoctoral
    Fellowship at the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center
    Columbus, Ohio

The Ohio State University seeks applicants for a postdoctoral fellowship
at the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center. The position is for a
fixed term of 1.5 years and will be based in Columbus, Ohio.

This program provides fellowships at The Ohio State University for
postdoctoral researchers with superior academic backgrounds who are
pursuing advanced research on topics relevant to polar and alpine
environments as well as global climate change. Postdoctoral fellows must
have received their Ph.D. within five years of selection. Except for
fieldwork and other fellowship related research activities that require
absence from campus, Byrd Fellows are expected to be in residence at the
Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center during the tenure of their
fellowship.

Applicants should visit the BPCRC website at bpcrc.osu.edu and contact
specific members of the Byrd Center prior to submitting their
application to discuss possible projects and how their proposed research
might complement existing BPCRC programs which cover a wide range of
disciplines. This fellowship is limited to research of mutual interest
to both the fellow and his/her Byrd Center mentor. Postdoctoral awards
will be for one and a half years. A stipend of up to $42,000 per year,
and a research and travel allowance of $5,000 will be provided.

Applications should be sent to the Byrd Fellowship Committee and must be
received no later than March 1, 2016. Selection of fellowship recipients
will be made by April 15, 2016. Each application must include a
statement of general research interests, a detailed description (fewer
than 5 pages) of the specific research program to be conducted during
the term of the fellowship, curriculum vitae, and three letters of
reference. In addition, a letter of support from the BPCRC mentor is
required. Reference letters and the letter of support from the BPCRC
mentor should be requested by the applicant but sent directly to BPCRC.
Fellowship appointments may start on the first day of any month between
August 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016.

Applications should be addressed to:
2016 Byrd Fellowship Committee
c/o Dr. Ellen Mosley-Thompson
Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center
The Ohio State University
1090 Carmack Road, Columbus, OH 43210-1002

For further information, go to: bpcrc.osu.edu

Application deadline: 1 March 2016
Position start date: 1 August- 31 December 2016

For questions, please contact: Ellen Mosley-Thompson
Email:thompson.4 [at] osu.edu

  1. Greenland National Museum and Archives seeks applicants for an
    Archaeologist and Curator Position
    Nuuk, Greenland

The Greenland National Museum and Archives is seeking applicants for the
position of Archaeologist and Curator. This is a full-time position, and
will be based in Nuuk, Greenland. The Greenland National Museum has the
antiquarian responsibility for all heritage sites in Greenland. This
responsibility includes: recording and monitoring heritage sites,
monuments and ruins; management, maintenance, and restoration of
important monuments and ruins; and excavation of archaeological sites.
The applicant is expected to plan and execute such tasks in
collaboration with our other archaeologist and the remaining museum
staff, as well as to organize and manage excavations and surveys. Field
work in Greenland is highly influenced by the short summer season that
consequently can be a very busy period. The position as archaeologist at
the Greenland National Museum is a diverse challenge. A strong team
spirit and a wide range of qualifications allows us to tackle highly
varied tasks and challenges, and the applicant should be ready to work
collaboratively and across disciplines.

We expect the applicant to be able:

-To work to ensure antiquarian interests in connection with mining
concessions according to existing legislation.
-To evaluate external national and international research
projects involving the cultural heritage of Greenland.
-To maintain and develop the archaeological collections,
i.e. artifacts collection, assessment,registration, research,
and dissemination.
-To assist in the maintenance and future development of the online
heritage database Nunniffiit.
-To help and guide local museums in archaeological matters.
-To disseminate archaeology and cultural history academically and
publicly.
-To carry out own research, as well as to collaborate with
museum staff and external research partners, for which 2/7 of the
working time specifically is allocated.

Required Qualifications:

-MA or PhD in archaeology
-Documented excavation and/or survey field experience
-Qualified to carry out own research, as well as to collaborate with
museum staff and external research teams, for which 2/7 of the
working time is specifically allocated.

Salary and terms of employment according to the current agreement
between Naalakkersuisut/Government of Greenland and the Danish
Association of MAs and PhDs. If so desired, housing may be provided for
the position.

Application must be sent to Director Daniel Thorleifsen at:
Daniel [at] natmus.gl

Application deadline: 20 January 2016

Start date: 1 March 2016 or anytime thereafter

For questions and further information, please
contact: Bo Albrechtesen
Email: bo [at] natmus.gl

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