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From: Eleinis Avila Lovera <eleinis.avilalovera at email.ucr.edu>
Subject: Plant Physiology Postdoctoral Research position at Chapman University, Orange, CA
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The Goldsmith lab in Schmid College of Science and Technology at Chapman
University, Orange, CA, seeks a postdoctoral research associate to join a
USDA-funded project with a proposed start date of January 2021.

The project is designed to understand the role of stem photosynthesis on
physiological performance of avocado varieties in southern California. The
main objective of the project is to determine the link between stem
photosynthesis and drought tolerance in avocado by understanding the
mechanistic link between stem photosynthesis and both water-use efficiency
and hydraulic conductivity. The project is split in two phases: 1) phase
one includes an ecophysiological survey of avocado cultivars at South Coast
Research and Extension Center that seeks to establish the link between stem
photosynthetic rate and water-use efficiency; 2) phase two involves a
greenhouse experiment where we will modify rates of stem photosynthesis (by
differential shading) and determine the effects on hydraulic functioning.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to mentor undergraduate
students in support of the project.

Chapman University is a nationally ranked institution offering traditional
undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of
Southern California's most diverse and vibrant regions. The university
achieved R2 status in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher
Education, a distinction held by just 10 percent of all U.S. universities.
Our faculty include academic leaders who excel in research, publishing and
world-class teaching in our 11 schools and colleges, including Schmid
College of Science and Technology. Schmid College of Science and Technology
embodies Chapman's mission of providing students with personalized
educational experiences by fostering an outstanding community of
teacher-scholars across a broad range of undergraduate and graduate
programs. Schmid College's new 140,000 ft2 home, the Keck Center for
Science and Engineering, features state-of-the-art laboratories, teaching
spaces, and student collaboration areas. More information on Schmid College
of Science and Technology can be found at www.chapman.edu/science<http://www.chapman.edu/science>. The
Goldsmith lab is housed in the brand-new Keck Center for Science and
Engineering and benefits from access to significant resources for carrying
out cutting-edge field, greenhouse, and lab experiments. We strive for an
equitable, inclusive, and welcoming community. All students and
postdoctoral scientists develop individual development plans. More
information on the lab can be found at www.gregrgoldsmith.com<http://www.gregrgoldsmith.com/>.

The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all
aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and
inclusion at Chapman University is available at
https://www.chapman.edu/diversity.

 Qualifications

Required qualifications: PhD in plant biology, ecology or similar relevant
field with a strong background in plant ecophysiology. Experience measuring
plant gas exchange and hydraulic conductivity is strongly preferred. The
research involves work in hot and dry conditions during the summer. A valid
driver’s license is required.

 Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work in collaboration with Dr. Gregory
Goldsmith, Dr. Eleinis Avila Lovera from the Smithsonian Institute and
Research Scientist Dr. Mary Lu Arpaia from the University of California,
Riverside, as well as with specialists from the South Coast Research and
Extension Center in nearby Irvine. Funding is secured for 18 months, with
possibility of extension.

The successful candidate must be willing to relocate to the area in order
to complete the field work. We are deeply committed to health and safety
given the circumstances of COVID-19.

Contact Information
To apply, please provide a letter of interest, a CV, employment
application, and a list of three professional contacts sent to:

Dr. Goldsmith and Dr. Avila-Lovera at
avilalovera at chapman.edu<mailto:avilalovera at chapman.edu> and goldsmith at chapman.edu<mailto:goldsmith at chapman.edu>.

The position will remain open until filled. Successful completion of a
background check is required for the final candidate.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering
a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is
dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of
recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national
origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental
disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status,
pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by
state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse
faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to
apply.

Chapman University, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866 Human Resources
Department

Job ad can be found at:
https://jobs.chronicle.com/job/289855/post-doctoral-researcher-january-2021/

Best wishes,
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Eleinis Ávila-Lovera, PhD

Tupper Postdoctoral Fellow

Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute

Apartado 0843-03092


Affiliated Scholar

Schmid College of Science and Technology

Chapman University

1 University Drive

Orange, CA 92866
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