Senior Researcher
This position will develop, lead, and contribute to research and consultancy programmes that investigate ecosystem greenhouse gas exchange and carbon storage and cycling in soils to provide solutions for mitigating, and adapting to the impacts of climate change on ecosystem services at paddock and landscape scales.
This position is open term, full time, reports to Capability Leader, Land Use and Ecosystems Team, and is based at our Hamilton site.
You will possess a PhD in soil science (with an emphasis on climate change mitigation and adaptation) or related discipline and 7-10 years post-graduate related work experience. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of processes that regulate greenhouse gas emissions and soil carbon storage and cycling is required. You will understand approaches for monitoring, measurement and modelling of soil carbon and greenhouse gases and their interactions in agricultural and natural ecosystems. Experience in conducting fieldwork including installation and management of instrumentation for paddock scale greenhouse gas measurements and eddy covariance associated data processing, gap filling routines and interpretation of data including calculation of net ecosystem carbon balances is essential. You will be familiar with greenhouse gas accounting and inventory methods for soil carbon monitoring is required. Knowledge of peatlands and wetlands is advantageous. You can demonstrate engagement with end-user expectations and needs is required. You will be willing to take on leadership roles and able to manage and direct others. You will be a well-organized, flexible, pragmatic, and reliable individual who enjoys working as part of a diverse interdisciplinary team.
The salary for this role ranges from $105,178 to $116,864+ depending on work experience.
Why Manaaki Whenua
Our land, our future - this is the essence of why Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research exists. At Manaaki Whenua we undertake research that focuses on preserving New Zealand's rich biodiversity, improving biosecurity, and protecting the health of the land, freshwater and soil resources we need for a prosperous future. We recognise the importance of partnerships, the special role of Māori, and the need to ensure that all New Zealanders have the knowledge, understanding, and tools to truly live in harmony with our precious environment. We are recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of our research and work with a wide range of organisations within New Zealand and globally.
Manaaki Whenua embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
What we offer
As an employee of Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people in a caring and family friendly environment; enjoy good staff benefits and the opportunity for personal growth and career development.
How to apply
Enquiries about the position may be directed to Jackie Aislabie, [email protected]. For further details about Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research, watch this short clip: Manaaki Whenua and visit our website: www.landcareresearch.co.nz
Apply online by viewing the position description and then clicking the 'Apply Now' button below.
Applications close on Sunday 28th of January 2024 at 5pm NZT
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