- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Diversity Statement
- Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
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| Position ID: | Cornell-CALS Ecology and Evolutionary Biology-POSTDOC [#19175, WDR-00027543] |
| Position Title: | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
| Position Type: | Postdoctoral |
| Position Location: | Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] |
| Subject Area: | Ecology and Evolutionary Biology |
| Appl Deadline: | finished (2021/08/19, finished 2022/02/01) |
| Position Description: |
| As part of the university's comprehensive vaccination program, all Cornell employees are required to have and provide proof of an FDA-or WHO-authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine and booster or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption, regardless of their role and work location.
New hires are required to provide documentation showing full vaccination status (that is, completion of two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine or one shot of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson) before their first day of work. If a new hire's vaccination is not complete or information is not received by their start date, the first day of work will be delayed. It is possible in some cases that an offer of employment may be withdrawn.
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Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Postdoctoral Research Associate The Xu Lab (http://xiangtaoxu.eeb.cornell.edu/,
Global Ecology and Modeling Lab) in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary
Biology is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to work on
non-destructively monitoring forest biomass and improving our understanding in
tree ecophysiology and sustainable forestry using terrestrial lidar scanner
(TLS). Funded by USDA NIFA, the position will focus on collection,
processing, and interpretation of forestry TLS data, collaborating with
foresters from Cornell Cooperative Extension and staff at the Arnot Research
and Teaching Forest of Cornell (https://blogs.cornell.edu/arnotforest/). The position is expected to start in October/November of
2021. Key responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Preferred skills:
To apply: Applicants should submit their cover letter, CV, a 1-2 page research statement including relevant background and experiences, a statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion as well as the names and email or phone contacts of three professional references to: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19175. Review of
applications will begin immediately. Please contact Dr. Xiangtao Xu (xx286@cornell.edu) with any questions. As part of the university's comprehensive vaccination program, all Cornell employees are required to have and provide proof of an FDA-or WHO-authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption, regardless of their role and work location. New hires are required to provide documentation showing full vaccination status (that is, completion of two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine or one shot of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson) before their first day of work. If a new hire's vaccination is not complete or information is not received by their start date, the first day of work will be delayed. It is possible in some cases that an offer of employment may be withdrawn. For additional information on Cornell's Vaccination Compliance Program (https://hr.cornell.edu/covid/university-response/vaccination) as well as the university health and safety protocols for faculty and staff (https://covid.cornell.edu/faculty-staff/). Employment Assistance: If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Department of Inclusion and Workforce Diversity at voice (607) 255-3976, fax (607) 255-7481, or email at owdi@cornell.edu. For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting. Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. |
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