Hi there, There is a post-doc position available in the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries,Mississippi State University (see the annoucement below for details). Interested candidates can contact Guiming Wang at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sorry for cross listing.
Sincerely, Guiming Wang, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Mississippi State University Mail Stop 9690 Mississippi State, MS 39762 Phone: 662-325-0414 -----------------------Announcement------------------ Title: Post Doctoral Associate Agency: Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Mississippi State University Location: Starkville, Mississippi Job Description: Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Mississippi State University, is seeking innovative and motivated candidates for a post-doc position as part of a collaborative project jointly funded by National Wildlife Research Center, USDA and the Berryman Institute (East). The position is available for one year and renewable for second year. This position focuses on spatial analysis and population modeling to assess the cumulative effects of management on double-crested cormorants in the interior of North America. The successful candidate will work with a team of scientists from the USDA/WS/National Wildlife Research Center and Mississippi State University. The postdoctoral associate will conduct research including: 1) Bayesian hierarchical analyses to characterize the spatial patterns of control effects on double-crested cormorants; and 2) matrix population modeling and simulations in a spatial context to guide future management of the cormorant. The other duties include report writing, manuscript writing, and assisting other members of the project team. Qualifications: A Ph.D. at wildlife science, vertebrate ecology, applied statistics, or a related field completed at time of appointment. The successful candidate should have strong quantitative skills. Experience in population modeling is required. Programming experience with software packages R or WinBUGS are desired. Candidates who have an established publication record are particularly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and statement of interest. Three letters of recommendation should be sent to Dr. Guiming Wang, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Mail Stop 9690, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS 39762. Review of applications will begin April 30, 2008. Inquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr. Guiming Wang at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or (662) 325-0414 or Dr. Brian Dorr at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or (662)325-8216. Salary: Commensurate with experience. The candidate is also qualified for the MSU fringe benefits package. Starting Date: Position is available immediately but will remain open until filled, preferably by July 1 2008. Mississippi State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Minority students are encouraged to apply.
