Post-doctoral Research Associate in Land Cover Change Modeling in Coupled Human-Natural Landscapes (University of Washington)
We are inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Urban Ecology Research Laboratory. The position of Postdoctoral Research Associate is a non-tenure, faculty appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research on urban land cover change modeling. This will entail applying complex modeling techniques to coupled human and natural systems in urbanizing regions. Applicants must have experience in spatial statistics and modeling and a Ph.D. in ecology, biology, environmental sciences, statistics, computer science, or a related scientific field. The successful applicant should be able to show evidence of research productivity in modeling and the potential to work independently, as well as an interest in working with coupled human and natural systems. Applicants should possess strong skills in modeling, spatial analysis, GIS, and Python and SQL programming. Experience working with remote sensing data would be advantageous, but is not required. Base salary for a 12-month, full-time appointment is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. A full range of fringe benefits is available. The initial appointment will be for one year and may be renewed depending on funding availability and the incumbent's performance. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and continue until the position is filled. Please direct all inquiries and send application materials including a short statement of research interests (1 page maximum), curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three qualified references to Marina Alberti ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
