The Giblin lab is searching for a Postdoc to join a Simons Foundation-funded project focused on how oscillatory water flow through coastal marsh sediment, driven by plant transpiration and by tides, impacts biogeochemistry in the rhizosphere. The position is for two years, extendable to 3.5 years pending performance. This is a multi-investigator project. The focus of this post-doctoral position will be on iron and sulfur dynamics in the sediments but there will be opportunities to collaborate with other investigators on controls of carbon dynamic and the role of iron in producing reactive oxygen species. As part of this project, we hope to develop new isotope techniques to examine S and Fe in the rhizosphere in both the lab and the field. The position requires a self-motivated participant who enjoys working on new techniques. They should also enjoy learning from and sharing ideas with others. There will be ample opportunities for the Post-doc to develop their own expanded project. The position will be in Woods Hole but travel to the field site at Plum Island will be expected as needed.

Rolling review of applications will begin 2/19/2024, with an ideal start date in spring of 2024.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD in ecology, geology or geochemistry with an emphasis on biogeochemistry
• Experience with the cycling of S and Fe in sediments and some experience with stable isotopes as tracers strongly preferred. Familiarity with wetland ecosystems a plus.

Special Physical Requirements

The applicant must be capable of working in field sites that are accessed by small boats, or by walking over the marsh. Typical field trips last 2-4 days and can involve significant amounts of time outside in many weather conditions. During the field trips the post-doc will stay at the field station near Newbury. This project will coordinate logistics and share data with the Plum Island Ecosystems Long-Term Ecological Research site (https://pie-lter.ecosystems.mbl.edu).

Application Documents

Please upload as a single PDF the following documents:

• Cover Letter which includes a statement of your research goals.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Name and contact information for 3 references. Please do not need send letters; we will contact those on your list.

About MBL

The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is dedicated to scientific discovery and improving the human condition through research and education in biology, biomedicine, and environmental science. Founded in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, in 1888, the MBL is a private, nonprofit institution and an affiliate of the University of Chicago.

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MBL offers a generous benefits package including:

• Medical and Dental Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
• Voluntary Vision Insurance through VSP.
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance; Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance; Short-Term Disability Insurance; and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Vacation Time: Employees accrued based on years of service, beginning with 12 days/year.
• Sick Time: Employees accrue 13 sick days/year. Accrued paid time off is pro-rated based on scheduled hours.
• Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year plus 2 floating holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees may make pre-tax contributions up to the yearly IRS limit for health care expenses and for dependent care expenses. The plan is administered by Discovery Benefits/WEX.
• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan: Employees may make pre-tax or after-tax contributions to a TIAA account up to the IRS limit. MBL Retirement Plan: The MBL contributes 10% of salary to the Retirement Plan to a TIAA account. Eligibility is two years of service, however service at other government or non-profit institutions may count toward this requirement. Contributions are immediately fully vested.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The MBL offers an EAP which provides free and confidential counseling to employees and family members. The program is administered by New Directions Behavioral Health.