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TYPE: Full-time
SALARY: DOE
CLOSE DATE: Open until filled

RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful applicant will support activities of the Department and Center by developing methods of applying radio occultation data retrievals (e.g., COSMIC) to climate change research, scaling applications to the availability of global daily RO sensing at sub-150 Km spatial resolution (anticipated by 2011). Applications of interest include validation of simulation results, use of RO data in climate, atmospheric, and environmental modeling on both global and regional scales, and others. He or she will also represent the applicable Center activities at conferences and meetings and prepare scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals.

The postdoctoral researcher will be a vital part of a multi-disciplinary group of scientists applying radio occultation data and data products to environmental solutions. Described activities are in support of the University of North Dakota's Center of Excellence in Space Technology and Operations. Housed in the Center for People and the Environment (CP&E) at UND, the Center of Excellence is a broad collaborative effort between UND organizations - including the Departments of Atmospheric Sciences and of Space Studies - and GeoOptics LLC.

UND's CP&E performs solutions-driven research to directly benefit end users in both the scientific community and the general public, develops and operates technologies, sensors, and web-based data support services in support of this research, and offers degrees in Earth System Science and Policy (ESSP). GeoOptics LLC is a leader in development and operations of satellite constellation systems for collection and distribution of data critical to scientific investigations, and to weather and climate forecasting and other operational support services.

QUALIFICATIONS
Requires Ph.D. in Climatology, Atmospheric Sciences, or in a related field; demonstrated ability to work with graduate and undergraduate students, and excellent written and spoken English communications. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated proficiency in synthesizing remotely sensed datasets into modeling systems, or prior research experience and/or interest in using radio occultation measurements, and with computer programming and data analysis skills.

HOW TO APPLY
Send a letter of application, current c.v., and a narrative of research experience and interests to:

Dr. Andrei Kirilenko
Center for People & the Environment
University of North Dakota
Box 9011
Grand Forks ND 58202-9011

(Tel) 701-777-6761
(Fax) 701-777-2940
andrei.kirilenko@und.edu

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TYPE: Full-time
SALARY: DOE
CLOSE DATE: Open until filled

BACKGROUND
The Northern Great Plains Center for People and the Environment at the University of North Dakota invites applications for multiple faculty openings in its Department of Earth System Science and Policy. Successful candidates will be expected to work across disciplinary boundaries in a collegial environment. The Center's vision is to provide benefits to society leading to a prosperous and sustainable future. Accordingly faculty who have skills for engaging the general public are welcome.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The general area of expertise sought is the Nature-Human interface. Successful candidates will help unify social aspects of sustainability, such as economic security, ecological integrity, and societal justice and equity. Specializations can be in an appropriate social science, economics, environmental policy and management, law, cultural influences on environmental issues, communications, public health, or related field.

QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent terminal degree, thrive in an interdisciplinary environment, and be capable of planning and executing collaborative projects. Positions are fulltime, 12-month, non-tenure track. A successful history of external funding is a strong advantage. Responsibilities include serving the public and the academic community, undertaking significant scholarly activity, teaching at the graduate level, and advising and supervising students.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, send a cover letter describing potential contributions, CV, statement of past and future research, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, history of external support, and three reference letters to:

Dr. Karen Katrinak, Administrative Aide
Northern Great Plains Center for People and the Environment
University of North Dakota
Clifford Hall Room 300
4149 University Avenue Stop 9011
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9011

katrinak@umac.org
Tel. (701) 777-2482
Fax (701) 777-2940

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found. The University of North Dakota is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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TYPE: Full-time
SALARY: DOE
CLOSE DATE: Open until filled

BACKGROUND
The Northern Great Plains Center for People and the Environment at the University of North Dakota invites applications for multiple faculty openings in its Department of Earth System Science and Policy. Successful candidates will be expected to work across disciplinary boundaries in a collegial environment. The Center's vision is to provide benefits to society leading to a prosperous and sustainable future. Accordingly faculty who have skills for engaging the general public are welcome.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Successful candidates will have exceptional records as interdisciplinary scientists and educators, and will be creative in linking academia with practice. Strong candidates will wish to take advantage of NGP CP&E's unique remote sensors. Evidence of remote sensing experience will be valued. Preference will be given to those whose strengths are hydrology or biogeochemistry. However, the Center will welcome applicants from any area that builds on existing strengths in biodiversity, climate change, renewable energy, or other fields related to sustainability.

QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent terminal degree, thrive in an interdisciplinary environment, and be capable of planning and executing collaborative projects. Positions are fulltime, 12-month, non-tenure track. A successful history of external funding is a strong advantage. Responsibilities include serving the public and the academic community, undertaking significant scholarly activity, teaching at the graduate level, and advising and supervising students.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, send a cover letter describing potential contributions, CV, statement of past and future research, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, history of external support, and three reference letters to:

Dr. Karen Katrinak, Administrative Aide
Northern Great Plains Center for People and the Environment
University of North Dakota
Clifford Hall Room 300
4149 University Avenue Stop 9011
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9011

katrinak@umac.org
Tel. (701) 777-2482
Fax (701) 777-2940

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found. The University of North Dakota is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.