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Subject: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Coastal Ecosystem Modeling

The University of Washington, School of Oceanography invites applications for a postdoctoral position. The position requires a PhD in Biological Oceanography or related field, and expertise in numerical ecosystem modeling. The successful applicant will work on the new Columbia River Plume NSF-CoOP project: "River Influences on Shelf Ecosystems" (RISE - see www.ocean.washington.edu/rise for details). The goal of RISE is to understand how the Columbia River Plume affects biological productivity in this coastal upwelling region. The river water brings negligible amounts of macronutrients to the coast, however it may be an important source of iron. Stratification and mixing associated with the plume appear to constrain plankton growth, and may contribute to the markedly higher productivity seen north of the river mouth. RISE involves 12 PIs, and the observations will cover simultaneous physical, biological, and chemical processes. The postdoc will work closely with a Physical Oceanographer, Dr. Parker MacCready, who is doing the RISE circulation modeling. There is the opportunity for the postdoc to participate in RISE fieldwork over the next two summers. The position is for one year, beginning June 1, 2004, renewable for a second year. Applications should be submitted by mail, and include CV, publication list, statement of research interests, one-page summary of Ph.D. thesis, names/addresses of four references, and immigration status of non-citizens. Review of applications will begin on February 2, 2004. Applications should be sent to Dr. Bruce Frost, University of Washington, School of Oceanography, Box 357940, Seattle, WA, 98195-7940. For further information contact Parker MacCready: parker@ocean.washington.edu, (206) 685-9588, http://www.ocean.washington.edu/people/faculty/parker/parker.html. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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