Postdoctoral Research Associate: Evaluating Adaptive Capacity of Desert Bighorn Sheep to Climate Change
We seek a postdoctoral researcher to lead a study of adaptive genetic diversity in desert bighorn sheep. The researcher will use genomic approaches and genetic samples from across the range of desert bighorn sheep to investigate genetic variation linked to adaptations to different climatic regimes. Understanding climate-related adaptations of desert bighorn sheep in the three southwestern desert ecosystems will inform assessment of which populations are vulnerable to climate change and other stressors and will provide valuable insights regarding future adaptation actions (e.g., translocations and management of reintroduced herds). This full-time position (Postdoctoral Research Associate, 1.0 FTE, salary $45,000/year with health care benefits) requires a 1.5 year commitment, starting June 1, 2015 or as early as possible thereafter. The position will be based out of New Mexico State University but will be jointly supervised by Dr. James Cain of USGS and Dr. Clinton Epps of Oregon State University. The post doc will work extensively at Dr. Epps’ lab at OSU in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife (details about Epps’ lab at http://fw.oregonstate.edu/labs/epps/index.htm). Qualifications: A Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., genetics, ecology, conservation biology, wildlife science, or microbiology) is required, as is demonstrated experience with genomic approaches including SNP discovery, RAD-tag sequencing, or other relevant technologies, excellent quantitative skills, and a demonstrated ability to publish research in peer-reviewed journals. Experience with GIS, climate change research, and large spatial data sets is desirable. Application: Please provide 1) a cover letter detailing how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position; 2) a CV detailing academic preparation, publications, and relevant research experience, with names of at least three professional references, their email addresses and telephone contact numbers; and 3) if possible, pdf copies of your most relevant recent peer-reviewed publication(s) (up to 3). Please submit these materials to both Dr. Clinton W. Epps and Dr. James W. Cain via email clinton.e...@oregonstate.edu; jwc...@nmsu.edu . If possible, please submit your application as a single merged .pdf; please limit file sizes to <5MB. For more information, contact Clinton Epps at: clinton.e...@oregonstate.edu; 541-737-2478, or James Cain at: jwc...@nmsu.edu Applications will be accepted until 15 March or until a suitable candidate is found.
