We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to assist in a study
of forest response to climate change in the northeastern U.S.. The
postdoctoral research associate will participate in an investigation
of the effects of regional climate change, acid deposition, and their
interaction on the dynamics and distribution of montane forests in
northern New England. The objectives of the study are to (1)
quantify historical shifts of major forest types through the
comparison of historic and current aerial photographs and satellite
images, (2) to attribute the rate of past shifts to proximate
climatic and acid-deposition factors and their interactions, and (3)
to forecast changes in forest distribution in response to projected
climate change using a biogeographic or other appropriate model. The
postdoctoral research associate would assume a leading role in the
project, working collaboratively with the PI and other members of the
lab. Opportunities also exist for collaborative research on other
research projects in the lab.
We are seeking a candidate with strong skills in statistical
modeling, GIS and remote sensing of vegetation change as well as
evidence of research productivity. The position will be located in
the lab of Dr. Brian Beckage (www.uvm.edu/~bbeckage) in the
Department of Plant Biology at the University of Vermont
(www.uvm.edu), located in Burlington, Vermont. The salary will be
between $35, 000 - $40,000 per year depending on experience and
includes health benefits. The position will be renewable annually,
dependent on performance for up to 3 years. The position is
available immediately. Applications will be considered until the
position is filled.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in ecology, environmental
sciences, geography, or other related field, primary publications in
refereed English language journals, fluency in written and spoken
English, and the ability to work cooperatively with the PI and other
members of the lab.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, research
statement, CV, and contact information for three persons willing to
serve as references to Dr. Brian Beckage at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Please send these documents in pdf format, write 'Postdoctoral
Position' in the subject line, and indicate a preferred start date in
your cover letter.
Please contact Brian Beckage at [EMAIL PROTECTED] if you have any
additional questions regarding this position.
Best wishes,
Brian Beckage, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Plant Biology
University of Vermont
