Postdoctoral Position in Ecology University of California, Davis Requesting applications for a postdoctoral researcher to participate in an interdisciplinary project "Removal and Restoration: Social, Economic and Ecological Dynamics of Invasive Spartina in San Francisco Bay" funded through the NSF Dynamics of Coupled Natural and Human Systems (CNH). This research project integrates across ecological, social and economic fields with a large field and modeling component. Thus, the postdoctoral researcher would work closely with the four PIs and coordinate and play a lead role in experimental field research.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in biology, ecology, marine science, or relevant field and have experience in experimental marine ecology. This individual will be a leader in the field program in San Francisco Bay. Candidate would also work closely with the modeling and social science components of the project as well. Requirements include: a) familiarity with marine/estuarine benthic communities and plant-animal interaction, b) knowledge of experimental methods in marine/estuarine ecology including biogeochemistry and/or stable isotope analysis. Applicants should have strong evidence of research achievement and promise and should have substantial organizational skills, good communication skills and demonstrated writing ability. The position is available for up to two years, with an initial appointment for one year and the second year based on satisfactory progress and mutual consent. The postdoctoral researcher would be based primarily on the Davis campus and although the start date can be flexible, a start date of August 1, 2012 is the target. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send the following to the email address below: (1) Curriculum Vitae, (2) a one page summary of research experience and interests, and (3) names and contact information of three references familiar with your research abilities and future potential. These application materials should be sent and addressed to Professor Ted Grosholz [email protected] and in the Dept of Environmental Science and Policy, University of California, Davis. Edwin D. Grosholz Professor and Specialist in Cooperative Extension Department of Environmental Science and Policy One Shields Avenue University of California, Davis Davis, CA 95616 USA Email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Phone: 530-752-9151 FAX: 530-752-3350 Website: http://www.des.ucdavis.edu/faculty/grosholz/
