Date of posting here April 11, 2008 Type of position Postdoctoral researcher - initial 12 month appointment may be extended depending on perfomance and funding. Employer University of California (Riverside) and USDA-ARS Description of Employer The candidate will work on a joint research project between University of California - Riverside and USDA-ARS and will be based in the Water Management Research Unit at the USDA-ARS San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center at Parlier, California. Location Parlier, California Description of Location More info about the San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center can be found at: http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_main.htm?modecode=53-02-00-00 Salary competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications Closing date of competition June 30, 2008 Date position available August 2008 Description of duties A postdoctoral position is available to conduct research on the environmental fate and transport of volatile pesticides. The focus is to evaluate different management practices on the distribution, efficacy, and emission reductions of soil fumigants using field and laboratory experiments and/or model simulations. The candidate will work on a joint research project between University of California - Riverside and USDA-ARS and will be based in the Water Management Research Unit at the USDA-ARS San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center at Parlier, California. The candidate is expected to actively participate in ongoing field studies and initiate new projects under the supervision of project leaders. The position is extendable beyond the initial one-year appointment depending on performance and funding availability. Individuals with experience in pesticide dissipation studies and the desire to conduct field, lab, and/or modeling studies are strongl y encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in soil science, environmental science, weed science, plant pathology, agricultural engineering, or a related field. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. To apply, send a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications, curriculum vitae, three reference letters, and transcripts to Ms. Rose Bitanga, USDA-ARS-SJVASC-WMR, 9611 S. Riverbend Ave., Parlier, CA 93648 by June 30, 2008. Qualifications sought Individuals with experience in pesticide dissipation studies and the desire to conduct field, lab, and/or modeling studies are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in soil science, environmental science, weed science, plant pathology, agricultural engineering, or a related field. Contact for additional information Brad Hanson by email: brad.hanson@ars.usda.gov Application procedure   Submit what To apply, send a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications, curriculum vitae, three reference letters, and transcripts. Submit to Ms. Rose Bitanga USDA-ARS-SJVASC-WMR 9611 S. Riverbend Ave. Parlier, CA 93648 no email or fax submissions, please.