Postdoctoral position in surface-atmosphere interacations

• United States

One postdoctoral research position is available in the Department of Meteorology at the
Pennsylvania State University. Research broadly relates to the topic of surface-atmosphere
interactions. Examples of research activities include atmospheric boundary layer
thermodynamics, chemical processing of biogenic hydrocarbons in and above forest canopies,
gas-to-particle conversion processes, pollutant transport and deposition, and influence of
phytogenic-based aerosols on cloud formation processes. Field and theoretical studies are
undertaken to address the research activities. Excellent laboratory and field facilities are available
to carry out the research. The candidate is expected to interact with an interdisciplinary team of
scientists involving meteorologists, climate scientists, atmospheric chemists, LIDAR physicists,
and numerical modelers.

The incumbent needs to have a PhD degree in atmospheric sciences, atmospheric chemistry, or
a closely related field. Research experience in field studies involving flux towers, tethered
balloons, upper air soundings, and processing of LIDARs data is highly desirable. Also,
experience in developing and/or running numerical models designed to investigate boundary
layer and cloud formation processes is preferable. Excellent oral and written communication skills
are important because the incumbent will contribute to peer-reviewed publications, research
proposal development, and presentation of results at national and international conferences. The
salary will be competitive and commensurate with relevant experience. Interested candidates
need to electronically submit an application including: (1) a statement describing qualifications,
(2) curriculum vitae, and (3) names and contact information for three references. For additional
information, please write to Jose D Fuentes at jdfuentes@psu.edu. This is a fixed-term
appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of renewal. The
incumbent will start the appointment on 1 September 2009.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the
diversity of its workforce.