Research Associate post-doctoral Scholar in Fisheries Science and
Sustainability Posting #6490 US Geological Survey Great Lakes Science Center
(Ann Arbor, MI) jointly with Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI).
Primary Duty station will be at the USGS laboratory in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Job description:
A one-year post-doctoral research position (with a second year expected,
pending federal funding and satisfactory performance) to quantify global
inland freshwater fisheries production in lakes for enhanced management.
Specific position responsibilities include 1) developing a database of inland
fisheries harvests (commercial, recreational, and subsistence) and lake
characteristics (e.g., productivity, land use, lake depth or size) that are
derived from remote and/or on-site measurements, and 2) developing
statistical models that predict fisheries production in lakes at regional and
global scales. The scientist will work cooperatively with project primary
investigators at USGS (Drs. David Bo Bunnell and Mark Rogers) and Michigan
State (Dr. Bill Taylor), regional cooperators with expertise in remote
sensing, and other international cooperators related to global fisheries
sustainability.
Annual salary is $50,000 and includes health benefits. Start date is
negotiable, but targeted for January 2013. The position will be based in Ann
Arbor, Michigan at the U.S. Geological Surveys Great Lakes Science Center
with significant interactions with related faculty, staff and students at
Michigan State University expected.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in fisheries science, aquatic ecology,
or a closely related field. Desired skills and experiences include
quantitative ecological or fisheries modeling, understanding of limnology and
fisheries production, and landscape ecology. In addition, we desire a
candidate that displays evidence of being able to work independently, yet
also work well within an interdisciplinary team of investigators.
How to apply:
Applications must include: 1) a cover letter that describes your interest and
qualifications for the position, 2) a CV that includes contact information
for at least three references, and 3) proof of completion of a Ph.D. (or
completion by August 2012; unofficial transcripts are acceptable for
application). Applicants must apply at https://jobs.msu.edu reference posting
number 6490.
Any questions regarding the position may be directed to William W. Taylor,
Ph.D. via email at [email protected] (email)
The position is open until filled. Application reviews will begin September
15, 2012.
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Jianguo (Jack) Liu
Center for Systems Integration and Sustainability
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48823-5243
http://csis.msu.edu
http://www.chans-net.org
