Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Agricultural Development and Environment
Tropical Agriculture and Environment Program
The Tropical Agriculture Program, Earth Institute, Columbia University, is
seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow for a two-year appointment based in
New York. Ph.D. in agriculture, environmental sciences or related
biophysical sciences is required. The Fellow will support the Earth
Institute's efforts in the African Green Revolution and the Agriculture and
Environment sectors for the Millennium Villages Project (MVP). He/she will
assist MV teams in Africa with data analyses, preparation of reports and
papers, and monitoring of Agriculture and Environment activities. He/she
will contribute with research papers, data analysis, technical briefings,
program evaluations, and other reports, identify good practices, and
pinpoint the gaps in knowledge in the implementation of project activities.
Proof of successful completion of a Ph.D. program by May 2007 required.
Successful professional experience in Africa, and excellent oral and written
communication skills in English n!
eeded. Fluency in French or Kiswahili highly desirable. Position requires
frequent travel to Africa and ability to interact successfully with peoples
of different cultures. Ability to generate grant income is a must.
Screening of applicants will begin on November 30, 2007.
Email application and references to Dr. Carlos A. Perez, Tropical
Agriculture, cperez at ei.columbia.edu
Todd Crane, PhD.
Post-doctoral research anthropologist
Southeast Climate Consortium
Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
University of Georgia
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