October 13, 2011

GRA Position #494

Agroecosystem Modeling
POSITION LOCATION 0.5 time Graduate Research Assistant (Ph.D.) Agroecosystem Modeling Department of Agronomy Throckmorton Plant Sciences Center Kansas State University Manhattan, KS 66506-5501 A graduate research assistantship is available to conduct research on atmospheric interactions with terrestrial ecosystems in the central U.S. using computer simulation models through process simulation of biogeochemical cycles at local, regional and global scales. Focus on interactions and exchanges of energy, water and greenhouse gases within these ecosystems with emphasis placed on atmosphere - biosphere interactions associated with the global carbon cycle, energy use, bioenergy interactions and plant use in the region. The candidate will be responsible for parameterization, calibration and validation of the computer model with measured data, data analysis and reporting. Candidate will also complete coursework necessary for Ph.D. degree with a dissertation topic related to areas with improvement to agro-ecosystem models at different spatial scales, impacts of climate change and climate variability and their impacts on food-water-energy nexus. M.S. in Agricultural/Civil/Environmental/Water Resources Engineering, Agronomy, Soil Science, Ecology or related field. Highly motivated person to work as a team member in an interdisciplinary and international team with demonstrated excellence in course work, good written and oral communication skills and the ability to work are required. Experiences in developing process-based, numerical models at the soil-plant-atmosphere interface, using computer programming languages (Fortran, C++, C) and data mining methods is an advantage. Annual stipend is $20,171.58 plus tuition (~$4,500) Applicants should send a cover letter, statement of educational and career objectives, resume, transcripts (plus TOFEL scores for international applicants), and three references to: Aavudai Anandhi Swamy 2708 Throckmorton Plant Sciences Center Kansas State University Department of Agronomy Manhattan, KS 66506-5501 E-mail: anandhi@ksu.edu Phone: 785-532-2378 DATE AVAILABLE APPLICATION DEADLINE January 10, 2012 Screening of applicants begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

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