*Postdoctoral Scholar in Historical Ecology of Marine Parasites*
Explosions of marine disease are now a regular occurrence: urchins in
the Caribbean, abalone in California, and sea stars of the west coast of
North America have experienced recent epidemics resulting in mass
mortality. Is this apparent uptick in infection real, or an artifact of
improved observation and reporting?
The Wood Lab at the University of Washington is "turning back the
clock", generating primary data on the dynamics of marine disease over
long time profiles, using liquid-preserved museum specimens of fish. We
seek to hire a creative, accomplished, driven parasite or historical
ecologist with a track record of high research productivity. The
Postdoctoral Scholar we hire will perform research at the intersection
of parasite ecology and historical ecology and will be based in Seattle,
WA at UW's School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, with a start date of
1 September 2018.
The Postdoctoral Scholar will work at the forefront of this emerging
discipline, collecting and analyzing new empirical data, analyzing
extensive existing datasets, and designing new projects. Our lab is new
and growing fast - read about this and other ongoing projects on our
website <http://www.chelsealwood.com/Chelsea_L._Wood/Home.html> and
check out our recent publications
<http://www.chelsealwood.com/Chelsea_L._Wood/Publications.html> for more
details.
Applicants must have a background in disease ecology, parasite ecology,
or host-parasite interactions. Historical ecologists with an interest in
parasite ecology are also welcome to apply. Prior experience identifying
parasites of fishes is not required, but would be advantageous.
Applicants should expect to have a PhD before the start date of 1
September 2018. This position is funded for one year, with possibility
of extension.
Interested applicants should send the following as a single pdf:
1. CV
2. Contact information for three references
3. A brief (<2 pages) statement of research interests, as they relate to
this position
Applications will be evaluated based on past research productivity,
alignment of applicant's research interests with the objectives of the
Wood Lab, and the individual's potential to excel as an independent
researcher. Address applications to Dr. Chelsea Wood ([email protected]),
School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, University of Washington.
Questions about the position may also be addressed to Dr. Chelsea Wood
([email protected]). Applications will be accepted until 15 April or until
the position is filled.
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*Chelsea L. Wood, Ph.D.*
Assistant Professor
University of Washington
School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Box 355020
Seattle, WA 98195-5020
cell: +1-831-324-3076
[email protected]
www.chelsealwood.com
