We invite applications for a postdoctoral fellow to coordinate, support, and help lead a Working Group of accomplished scientists in a year-long interdisciplinary synthesis and writing effort that will address Canadian oil sands development in a global context. The successful applicant will work with the participating scientists to assemble and communicate the state of the science regarding risks and decision-making associated with oil sands development, transportation, and the tradeoffs among energy, environment, and cultural values.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in environmental science, ecology, or allied field, possess strong organizational skills; have a history of engagement in collaborative research; experience conducting literature reviews and data analysis; and outstanding written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate must be able to work with a wide range of experts across disciplines, and to organize and contribute to scientific synthesis and communication efforts that reach well beyond one’s primary field of study. The successful candidate will be based in the Greater Vancouver region at Simon Fraser University, and work closely with Drs. Ken Lertzman, Wendy Palen, and Anne Salomon at SFU and Tom Sisk at Northern Arizona University. This is a one-year, full-time position with potential for additional funding. Salary based on experience, $42,000-55,000, including benefits. Applications are being accepted immediately with start dates as early a July 1, 2013. Please send a cover letter summarizing your interests and background for this position, full CV, and names of three references to Laurie Wood ([email protected]).
