FCE LTER Post-doc: Wetland Ecosystem Analysis The Florida Coastal Everglades Long-Term Ecological Research program (FCE LTER; http://fcelter.fiu.edu) is seeking an ecological modeler to fill a 2-year post-doctoral research position at Florida International University (www.fiu.edu). An overarching goal of the FCE LTER program is to understand how the source, quality, quantity and timing of water moving through Everglades wetlands interact with coastal processes to affect nutrient cycling and primary and secondary production in the estuarine ecotone. A variety of hydrological and ecological models have been employed in the Everglades to simulate how climate and water delivery changes influence ecosystem processes at small to large spatial and temporal scales. The purpose of this position will be to build on existing landscape models to explore the sensitivity of hydrologic and biotic linkages among habitats and to understand processes driving the distribution of productivity and material processing in South Florida estuaries.
Preference will be given to candidates with a background in wetland or estuarine ecology and experience with ecosystem analysis, modeling and programming as evidenced by peer-review publication in this field. The candidate must possess strong collaborative skills and will be expected to publish results of their work in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Salary will be commensurate with experience, between $40-45K per year plus full benefits. A Ph.D. is required. For more information about this position please contact Dr. Evelyn Gaiser (contact information below). Applicants should send a brief statement of research interests, curriculum vitae, and a list of 3 references to: Dr. Evelyn Gaiser, Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th St., OE 167, Miami, FL, 33199. The deadline for applications is 30 August 2008 or until the position is filled. For additional information, please contact Dr. Evelyn Gaiser (305-348-6145, [EMAIL PROTECTED]).
