Photo: Ground and soil failure after earthquake at Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia (source)
About
Earthquake has disturbing effects on surrounding landscape and ecosystems, such as ghost forest formation in coastal regions, landslide and soil loss on mountainous areas, forest community shifts and relocation of ecosystem carbon stocks. The goal of this research project is to synthesize these observations in a global map and conduct a systematic review and pattern analysis on the earthquake-driven ecosystem changes by region with explanations based on varying landscape factors. This postdoctoral research will focus on comprehensive literature reviews on the earthquake-driven land ecosystem changes, spatial data synthesis, and publication of review study paper as a final outcome.
This project will be a great opportunity to experience interdisciplinary research process that bridges the gap between geology and ecology (or geoecology) as a rising field of science. Anyone who holds PhD degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, Geography, Landscape Ecology, or Environmental Sciences is welcome to apply.
What to expect
- Main tasks are literature review, data synthesis, attending conferences, presentations, and writings.
- In person position based in Yonsei University, Seoul (with flexibility to work remotely by negotiation).
- Work as an independent researcher to lead this 3-year project with step-by-step guidance.
- Submit a session proposal to international research conferences (e.g., American Geophysical Union, Ecological Society of America).