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Postdoctoral Researcher Position Available!!!

Job description​
The CACEE Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on modeling river networks and biogeochemical processes. The postdoc will collaborate with Dr. Shuang Zhang as part of the "Global Ocean and Land Alkalinization (GOAL-A)" project, a new Department of Energy (DOE) Earth Shot collaborative initiative involving scientists from Yale, Georgia Tech, Princeton, and Texas A&M. At Texas A&M University, the Postdoctoral Researcher will conduct in-depth investigations into how rivers and lakes respond to enhanced rock weathering. The scope of the research will encompass shifts in river geochemical and ecological dynamics, alterations in carbon cycling within the interconnected river-lake-atmosphere-sediment system, and the modulation of elemental fluxes to the ocean.

Required/preferred qualifications 
The ideal candidate will have a background in river modeling. However, candidates with relevant experience in river-lake network analysis and biogeochemistry will also be strongly considered. A Ph.D. in related fields is required. Postdoctoral appointment is initially for two years, with the possibility of renewal for subsequent years based on satisfactory performance and continued funding.
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Application materials
Applicants should prepare a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, statement of research experience and interests, and the names of at least three references. Please direct general inquiries to: shuang-zhang@tamu.edu.​

Ph.D. opportunities 

We are actively seeking Ph.D. applicants interested in modeling enhanced rock weathering and carbon cycling on land by integrating numerical modeling and data science.
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Required/preferred qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in geochemistry/hydrology/hydrogeology or relevant fields; M.S. degree is preferred.
• Knowledge about low-temperature geochemistry and earth surface processes.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Programming skills in R or Python are preferred.

If you are interested or have questions, please contact Dr. Shuang Zhang as soon as possible (shuang-zhang@tamu.edu). Please include a copy of your CV and your research interests. Application instructions are available here (https://ocean.tamu.edu/academics/graduate-programs/index.html).
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Postdoctoral opportunities

​EAR Postdoctoral Fellowships
EAR Postdoctoral Fellowships (EAR-PF) supports independent postdoctoral research and professional development in research areas supported by the Division of Earth Sciences. For more information: ​https://beta.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/ear-postdoctoral-fellowships-ear-pf

NSF Ocean Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
​OCE-PRF Supports independent postdoctoral research on any topic supported by the Division of Ocean Sciences and provides professional development with a focus on developing mentoring skills to broaden participation of underrepresented groups in STEM. For more information: https://beta.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/ocean-sciences-postdoctoral-research-fellowships-0​
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Master opportunities

We are also actively recruiting Master students focused on understanding the global carbon cycle using numerical modeling and data science. We strongly encourage prospective students to reach out to Dr. Shuang Zhang by shuang-zhang@tamu.edu to learn more about opportunities in our research group.
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Undergraduate opportunities

We always welcoming undergraduate students to join our team. This presents a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge research focused on global carbon and biogeochemical cycles, including initiatives on Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) and climate change mitigation. By participating, students can enroll in OCNG 291 class, allowing them to earn academic credits while contributing to real-world scientific exploration.

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