Position overview
Position title: Institute of Marine Sciences Postdoctoral Scientist (Paytan)
Salary range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience with a starting annual salary of $67,250. Minimum annual salary rates are made based on the individuals Experience Level, which is determined by the number of months of postdoctoral service at any institution. See current salary scale for Postdoctoral Titles at https://apo.ucsc.edu/compensation/salary-scales/index.html
Percent time: Full-time
Anticipated start: As soon as possible after initial review of the applications.
Position duration: MAXIMUM DURATION OF SERVICE IN A POSTDOCTORAL TITLE
Postdoctoral Scholar appointments are full-time; initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of reappointment for up to two years. Reappointment will be contingent upon positive performance review and availability of funding. The total duration of an individuals postdoctoral service may not exceed five years, including postdoctoral service at any institution. Under limited circumstances, an exception to this limit may be considered, not to exceed a sixth year.
Application Window
Open June 3rd, 2022 through Friday, Sep 30, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Position Description
The Institute of Marine Sciences at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a postdoctoral scientist with a focus on ecosystem modeling of coastal wetland restoration and nature based decarbonization. The postdoctoral scientist will work under the joint direction of Drs. Adina Paytan at UCSC and Yu Zhang at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), and co-mentored by Drs. David Moulton, Qinjun Kang, and Marie Kroeger at LANL.
The postdoctoral scientist will use established models, such as the Advanced Terrestrial Simulator (ATS), and include wetland process representations and parameterizations. After model benchmarking, the candidate will use the models to investigate how different coastal wetland restoration options and climate change will affect wetland hydrology and carbon balance.
The position will be based at the LANL in Los Alamos, New Mexico and the incumbent will work closely with other LANL and UCSC researchers.
Applicants with experience or expertise in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Experience in mechanistic modeling of coastal ecosystem processes (encompassing hydrology, geochemistry, water and carbon cycling, and vegetation dynamics).
• Experience with processes related to hydrological cycle, nutrient transport, or reactive transport in wetlands.
• Strong mathematical and numerical modeling skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills with significant motivation to publish in peer reviewed literature.
• Strong interest in team-based interdisciplinary science, with the willingness and ability to work independently when required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All documents and materials must be submitted as PDFs and should be emailed to Dr. Adina Paytan (apaytan@ucsc.edu), Dr. Yu Zhang (yuzhang@lanl.gov), Dr. David Moulton (moulton@lanl.gov), Dr. Qinjun Kang (qkang@lanl.gov), and Dr. Maria Kroeger (mkroeger@lanl.gov).
Please refer to Position JPF01299 in all correspondence.
Required Documents/Materials

• Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which must include past employment, education, research experiences, skills, and a list of publications.
• List of three professional references, which includes names and contact information.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD
Full consideration will be given to applications completed by June 30, 2022. Applications received after this date will be considered only if the position has not been filled.
Institute of Marine Sciences: https://ims.ucsc.edu/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign degree) in earth science, climate science, ocean science, civil and environmental engineering, coastal engineering, ecology, or a related field. It is expected the degree will be completed at time of application, but no later than June 30, 2022.
• Research experience in numerical modeling methods and in the science of land surface processes.

Help contact: apaytan@ucsc.edu
Campus Information
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the Universitys equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-2686.
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The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the policy for applicable deadlines. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Additional information and resources for compliance are located on the campus COVID-19 Vaccines webpage.
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Job location
Los Alamos, New Mexico
To apply, visit https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01299
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