POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
CROP & SOIL MODELING/GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Background
Water has become one of the most critical natural resources in the State of
Georgia. The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences of the
University of Georgia currently has several research programs to determine
agricultural water use. These programs involve an interdisciplinary team of
scientists in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences and the Department of
Biological and Agricultural Engineering, in close collaboration with J.W.
Jones Ecological Research Center and the Geologic Survey Branch of the
Department of Natural Resources. Data are currently being collected at more
than 400 sites on a monthly basis to determine how much water is being used by
individual irrigation systems. A post-doctoral research associate is needed
to help analyze this information and develop methodologies to determine water
use at a field level, a farm level, as well as at a regional level. These
methodologies will include statistical analysis techniques, geostatistics,
crop simulation modeling, and geographic information systems. The ultimate
goal is to be able to estimate agricultural water use at a watershed level as
well as at a regional level.
Requirements
A Ph.D. in Soil Science, Agronomy, Agrometeorology, Biological and
Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent is
required. A strong background in modeling and geographic information system
is needed, as well as skills in statistical and geostatistical procedures.
Excellent computer and programming skills with personal computers and
workstations are expected. Good writing and presentation skills are
essential. Person must also be willing to travel by car to meet with the
interdisciplinary research team located at multiple locations, interact with
farmers, consultants, and government officials, and participate in local and
national meetings.
Availability
This position is available immediately; opportunities exist for a three year
duration. The University of Georgia provides excellent benefits for
post-doctoral research associates. Salary commensurate with training and
experience.
Location
The position will be housed in the National Environmentally Sound Production
Agriculture Laboratory on the Tifton Campus of the UGA College of Agricultural
and Environmental Sciences, Tifton, Georgia. The Campus is a research and
extension center with over 120 UGA and USDA scientists representing a dozen
disciplines. NESPAL is a state-of-the art laboratory and office facility;
excellent computer and network equipment and support are available.
Application
If you are interest in this position, please mail your resume, a copy of your
transcripts and names and contact information of at least three references to
Gerrit Hoogenboom. Please also include a cover letter that states how you
feel that your experience and background meet the requirements of this
position. Please make sure that your complete application is received by
January 7, 2000.
Contacts
For further information, please contact Gerrit Hoogenboom, Associate
Professor, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, the
University of Georgia, Griffin, Georgia 30223, Voice: 770-229-3438;
Fax: 770-228-7218; E-mail:[log in to unmask]
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Gerrit Hoogenboom
Associate Professor
Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
The University of Georgia
Griffin, Georgia 30223-1797, USA
Phone: 770-229-3438
Fax: 770-228-7218
E-mail: [log in to unmask]
http://www.griffin.peachnet.edu/bae
http://www.bae.uga.edu/dept/faculty/gerrit/
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