POST DOCTORAL POSITION INVASIVE SPECIES MODELING AND SPATIAL ANALYSIS
The Department of Forestry at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a post-doctoral scientist position in invasive species modeling and spatial analysis. The incumbent will conduct spatial analysis for several invasive species projects. See www.ca.uky.edu/forestry/gislab for related project descriptions. Job Title: Post doctoral - invasive species modeling and spatial analysis Location: University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY Closing Date: When filled Review Date: Review of application materials will begin on April 10, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Date of Appointment: Available immediately Duration of Appointment: 12 months (renewal is possible dependents on availability of funds) Description of Responsibilities: The postdoctoral scientist will collaborate with other researchers in the area of landscape-level modeling of the invasion of exotic species. The incumbent will use a combination of GIS and spatial modeling to map and predict the invasion of exotic species at multiple temporal and spatial scales. The post-doc will be responsible for the overall integration, modeling, and scaling-up of field and laboratory data. Required Qualifications: A PhD in ecology, biology, or forestry is required with expertise in GIS, landscape ecology, spatial analysis and ecological mapping. Experience with GIS programming and other analytical tools is highly desirable. Ability to work with researchers and managers across a variety of disciplines is required. To apply, please send statement of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to: SongLin Fei, Ph.D. University of Kentucky, Department of Forestry 204 T.P. Cooper Bldg., Lexington, KY 40546-0073 Phone: 859-257-9760; FAX: 859-323-1031 Email: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] SongLin Fei, Ph.D., Assistant Professor University of Kentucky, Department of Forestry 204 T.P. Cooper Bldg., Lexington, KY 40546-0073 Phone: 859-257-9760; FAX: 859-323-1031 http://www.ca.uky.edu/forestry/gislab/ http://www.ca.uky.edu/invasives/
