Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington
Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Forest Carbon
Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, Bloomington, Indiana, United States, 47401
Overview
Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Forest Carbon
Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
Department: IU Bloomington Public & Environmental Affairs
Location: Bloomington, Indiana (preferred) with the possibility of a remote arrangement
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to conduct research focused on reducing bias and uncertainty in the measurement and monitoring of forest carbon uptake from local to global scales. Forests dominate the land carbon sink, and forest-based carbon removal strategies have the potential to confer many benefits for the environment and the bio-economy. However, at scales ranging from individual sites to the entire globe, estimates of forest carbon uptake and storage (FCUS) vary by 50-100% (or more). Our objective is to use the best-available science to address these discrepancies while creating tools that permit seamless integration between project-scale FCUS monitoring and regional to global-scale policy setting.
The postdoctoral research scholar will play a leading role in the synthesis of network observations, including forest inventory data (e.g., from the USDA Forest Inventory and Analysis program) and flux tower data (e.g., from AmeriFlux and FLUXNET networks), and the integration of these ground-based observations with state-of-the-art remote sensing information describing forest structure and function. The position will require computationally intensive data analysis, the preparation and submission of journal articles, and the mentoring of students and technicians working on the project.
The postdoctoral fellow will be supervised by Dr. Kim Novick (O’Neill School) with ample opportunity to collaborate with other IU scientists, academic scientists at other institutions, and partner organizations from the civic and public sector.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to the posting: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/30636
Responsibilities
Lead synthesis of network observations (forest inventory data, flux tower data) and integrate with remote sensing information on forest structure and function.
Conduct computationally intensive data analyses.
Prepare and submit journal articles; contribute to mentoring of students and technicians.
Collaborate with internal IU researchers and external partners in academia and public/private sectors.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: Ph.D. in environmental science or engineering, ecology, environmental informatics, or a related field at time of appointment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working within collaborative teams.
Experience analyzing ecological time series (e.g., flux tower data) and remote sensing datasets.
Compensation and How to Apply Salary and rank commensurate with experience. Full benefits included.
Special Instructions: Best Consideration Date: 11/15/2025; Expected Start Date: 01/15/2026
Contact for Questions Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Professor Kim Novick, knovick@iu.edu, O’Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs, Bloomington, Indiana
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application
List Of References
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Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
Department: IU Bloomington Public & Environmental Affairs
Location: Bloomington, Indiana (preferred) with the possibility of a remote arrangement
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to conduct research focused on reducing bias and uncertainty in the measurement and monitoring of forest carbon uptake from local to global scales. Forests dominate the land carbon sink, and forest-based carbon removal strategies have the potential to confer many benefits for the environment and the bio-economy. However, at scales ranging from individual sites to the entire globe, estimates of forest carbon uptake and storage (FCUS) vary by 50-100% (or more). Our objective is to use the best-available science to address these discrepancies while creating tools that permit seamless integration between project-scale FCUS monitoring and regional to global-scale policy setting.
The postdoctoral research scholar will play a leading role in the synthesis of network observations, including forest inventory data (e.g., from the USDA Forest Inventory and Analysis program) and flux tower data (e.g., from AmeriFlux and FLUXNET networks), and the integration of these ground-based observations with state-of-the-art remote sensing information describing forest structure and function. The position will require computationally intensive data analysis, the preparation and submission of journal articles, and the mentoring of students and technicians working on the project.
The postdoctoral fellow will be supervised by Dr. Kim Novick (O’Neill School) with ample opportunity to collaborate with other IU scientists, academic scientists at other institutions, and partner organizations from the civic and public sector.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to the posting: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/30636
Responsibilities
Lead synthesis of network observations (forest inventory data, flux tower data) and integrate with remote sensing information on forest structure and function.
Conduct computationally intensive data analyses.
Prepare and submit journal articles; contribute to mentoring of students and technicians.
Collaborate with internal IU researchers and external partners in academia and public/private sectors.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: Ph.D. in environmental science or engineering, ecology, environmental informatics, or a related field at time of appointment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working within collaborative teams.
Experience analyzing ecological time series (e.g., flux tower data) and remote sensing datasets.
Compensation and How to Apply Salary and rank commensurate with experience. Full benefits included.
Special Instructions: Best Consideration Date: 11/15/2025; Expected Start Date: 01/15/2026
Contact for Questions Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Professor Kim Novick, knovick@iu.edu, O’Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs, Bloomington, Indiana
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application
List Of References
#J-18808-Ljbffr