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Andreas J. Beblik
Brandenburg Technical University
Chair of Hydrology and Water Management
P.O.Box 10 13 44
D-03044 Cottbus
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Job Vacancy Announcement
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Project Scientist – Forest Ecosystem Modeling

DUTIES:
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Development of a modified/new soil-root module for a pine stand model (FORSANA)
in order to model pine stand development on former lignite minesites in Lusatia
(Germany) with substrates characterized by pyrite weathering based on data collected
within the framework of a multidisciplinary research project during 4 years.

Dynamic modeling:
- Extension of model to include initial stand development (before canopy closure).
- Validation of model in cooperation with a multi-disciplinary research team.

FORSANA was developed by and cited as follows...
GROTE, R. (1998):
Integrating dynamic morphological properties into forest growth modeling
II. Allocation and mortality.
For.Ecol.Manage. 111: 193-210.

GROTE, R.; SUCKOW, F. (1998):
Integrating dynamic morphological properties into forest growth modeling
I. Effect on water balance and gas exchange.
For.Ecol.Manage. 112: 101-119.


JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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This job requires detailed knowledge of computer simulation combined
with knowledge of forest tree physiology and soil science.
- detailed knowledge and experience in process modeling required.
- detailed knowledge and experience in temperate forest ecosystem
  research required.
- ability to communicate effectively in German in order to interact
  with researchers from differing disciplinary background.

BENEFITS:
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The salary will we according to BAT-O IIa.

POST:
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This position will be posted at the Brandenburg University of Technology, Cottbus.
The appointment will be for the project duration of 1,5 years
with the possibility to be extended within the framework of a
collaborative research centre.

Starting date: October 1, 1999

APPLICATION:
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Applications should also list the names of three professional referees.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a written application detailing
personal particulars, qualifications, experience and achievements

until August 15, 1999
to:

Prof. Dr. R.F. Huettl
BTU Cottbus - Lehrstuhl für Bodenschutz und Rekultivierung
Brandenburg Technical University - Chair for Soil Protection and Recultivation
Postfach 10 13 44
D-03013 Cottbus
Germany
phone:  +49 - 355 - 69 - 2117
e-mail: HUETTL @ TU-Cottbus.DE


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