We have an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral fellow to study the responses of species to climate change in the northeastern United States. Specifically, the researcher will 1) analyze an extensive long-term survey dataset; 2) synthesize landscape genomic and telemetry data into an understanding of movement ecology; and 3) incorporate isotope analyses to understand how red squirrels will respond to climate change. This work fits into a broad interdisciplinary project focused on understanding how climate change will impact the northern forest ecosystem, with collaborators conducting cutting edge research on trees, songbirds, and carnivores that all exist in the same sub-boreal ecosystem and are affected by climate change and by each other. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in ecology, biology, evolution, or environmental sciences with significant training in quantitative methods. The ideal candidate will have experience with ecological modeling, spatial statistics, and field studies; preference will be given to candidates that are able to spend several weeks live-trapping or conducting radio-telemetry of red squirrels. Other important qualifications are a strong work ethic, problem-solving and time management skills, creativity, an ability to work independently, and a track record of publications. The fellow will also be responsible for mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The postdoctoral fellow will be located on the campus of University of Massachusetts in Amherst, in the Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts. This is a fantastic location, with a remarkable mix of college atmosphere (Smith, Mt Holyoke, Amherst, and Hampshire Colleges are also here), culture, and country living. The fellow will be part of a vibrant Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center (NE CASC) community (necsc.umass.edu) and co-located with USGS scientists. The NE CASC mission is to work with natural and cultural resource managers in the Northeast and Midwest regions to apply future climate scenarios to decision making and co-produce information and tools for climate change adaptation. This full-time position will be 1 year in duration, with a potential for extension pending funding. Start date is negotiable, with a preference for September. To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and list of 3 professional references to Toni Lyn Morelli, more...@umass.edu. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Application review will begin on June 6, 2018, and the position will remain open until filled. For questions email or call 413-545-2515.
