Hi,

Given below is an announcement for  Cropping system modelling positions
in NZ. Please feel free to distribute around and help the group find the
best candidates to replace Pete Jameison (who took retirement and is on
a world Cruise!) and his co-worker who moved up the ladder. 

Sasi

Saseendran S Anapalli,  Ph. D.

 

 

SYSTEMS MODELLING (2 POSITIONS) - LINCOLN , NZ

 

Are you interested in applying your quantitative science skills to
simulation modelling in agricultural production systems?

 

We require two biological systems modellers for our Sustainable
Production Systems (SPS) group at Lincoln. The group's modelling team
develops and applies agro-ecosystems models to benefit NZ's primary
industries by integrating knowledge about component crop, soil, water
and environmental systems. Besides improving scientific understanding of
these systems, the models are used as research tools, to develop
decision support systems, to design management practices for farming
that balance economic and environmental objectives, and to inform
government policy. For both positions, knowledge of APSIM and experience
in developing and applying soil/plant system models is highly desirable.

1.    Team Leader (vac 08/22). You are likely to be a mid-career
researcher with a higher degree in an appropriate discipline and
experience at modelling biological and farm systems. You will lead our
Systems Modelling team, have a senior role in the SPS group, promote the
discipline of modelling within Crop & Food Research, and be responsible
for liaisons about modelling with other research organisations. 

2.    Systems Modeller (vac 08/23). You will be interested in the
modelling of biological systems and have at least a BSc (Hons) or
equivalent in a relevant discipline such as mathematics, engineering,
computer science, or a biological science with a strong quantitative
emphasis. Previous experience with simulation modelling and strong
computer programming skills will be an advantage.

 

For a job description and application form see our website
www.crop.cri.nz <http://www.crop.cri.nz/>  or contact Mark Bray
[log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> , phone 03 325 9594. To
discuss these roles in confidence contact Dr Derek Wilson
[log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> , phone 03 325 9524 or
027 201 7213. Send your application, using one of our application forms
and quoting the relevant vacancy number, to [log in to unmask]
<mailto:[log in to unmask]>  or post to Human Resources, Crop & Food
Research, Private Bag 4704, Christchurch, New Zealand by Friday, 23 May
2008.