ARCHBOLD BIOLOGICAL STATION, FLORIDA RESTORATION ECOLOGIST
Archbold Biological Station (ABS), an independent not-for-profit ecological research center in south-central Florida with research, conservation, land management and education programs (www.archbold-station.org <http://www.archbold-station.org/> ), seeks an ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE RESEARCH BIOLOGIST with research interests in restoration ecology, observational and experimental fieldwork, and an appreciation for practical applications. Archbold manages: the Station a 5,200-acre pristine scrub preserve; the MacArthur Agro-ecology Research Center (MAERC) a 10,500 acre cattle ranch; and the "Archbold Reserve", a 3,648-acre restoration site. Successful candidate will develop independent research program focusing primarily on the Archbold Reserve, www.archbold-station.org/abs/reserve/resrvindex.htm, with extensive potential wetland, grassland, scrub and hydrological restoration, including two new USDA Wetlands Reserve Program projects. We are particularly interested in responses of organisms, populations, and communities to restoration approaches; research should complement ongoing strengths in plant, avian, invertebrate and agro-ecology research at ABS and MAERC. Position entails some administrative responsibilities for practical restoration activities. Permanent funding will cover salary and full benefits, laboratory facilities, vehicle, basic field equipment, and student interns. Appointee expected to obtain outside funding for program growth. PhD and strong research track record required. Send letter, curriculum vitae, statement of how research accomplishments relate to this position, up to 5 relevant reprints, and full contact information for 4 references to Dr. Hilary Swain, [EMAIL PROTECTED] by January 4th, 2008. Archbold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. =20 =20 =20
