Postdoctoral Research FellowFaculty of EnvironmentSchool of Earth and Environment Institute of Atmospheric Science University of Leeds This three-year position is to work on a NERC-funded project to gain a better fundamental understanding of fluxes of reactive carbon compounds from tropical terrestrial vegetation by using trace gas data from space-borne sensors. You will be a highly motivated and imaginative individual, capable of working independently and within a group. You will have or expect shortly to obtain a PhD in a chemical or physical science, preferably related to atmospheric science. Experience in satellite remote sensing is desirable but not necessary. Good communication and multi-tasking skills are essential. Terrestrial vegetation is a large source of reactive volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that help drive oxidant chemistry in the troposphere and subsequently affect climate. Tropical ecosystems account for approximately 75% of this global VOC source. Ground-based VOC data in the tropics are sparse and there is consequently large uncertainty with current estimates of VOC fluxes from tropical ecosystems. Recent work by the PI has shown that satellite observations of formaldehyde, a high-yield oxidation product of VOCs, provide information on VOC fluxes from terrestrial vegetation. The main aim of the project is to analyze these satellite observations to understand and quantify VOC fluxes from tropical ecosystems. For information about the School visit http://earth.leeds.ac.uk Research 1B/A (£20,044 - £30,002 p.a.) depending on qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries to Dr Paul Palmer, School of Earth and Environment: pip@env.leeds.ac.uk, http://www.env.leeds.ac.uk/~pip". To apply on line please visit http://www.leeds.ac.uk and click 'jobs'. Application packs are also available from Mrs Kate Higham, School of Earth and Environment,EC Stoner Building, University of Leeds tel 0113 3435201, email k.higham@earth.leeds.ac.uk |
Posted: 03-15-2006
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