Post-doctoral Scholar Position: Investigations on climate change effects to coastal ecosystems
A post doctoral research scholar appointment at the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Oregon State University is now open for applications. This is a joint position with the U.S. Geological Survey, Western Ecological Research Center, in Vallejo, CA. The primary research focus of the Coastal Ecosystem Response to Climate Change program (CERCC) is a multidisciplinary investigation of sea-level rise and other climate change impacts to nearshore ecosystems that include tidal mudflats and salt marshes. Sea-level rise is a major conservation concern for nearshore ecosystems and their dependent wildlife species. The investigation includes research sites in California, Oregon and Washington and is run by a team of researchers at Oregon State University (Dr. Bruce Dugger), University of California, Los Angeles (Dr. Rich Ambrose, Dr. Glen MacDonald) and the USGS (Dr. Karen Thorne, Dr. John Takekawa). We have been documenting the baseline conditions (elevation, vegetation, and inundation) for salt marshes and mudflats, histological and contemporary accretion changes, and wildlife use. This intensive data collection is being integrated into sea-level rise response models for these ecosystems and is developed into vulnerability assessments that are useful to resource managers. The ultimate goal of this research is to assess the vulnerability of marshes, mudflats, and their dependent species (resident and migratory birds) to changes in sea-level rise and storm frequency. The successful candidate will be a post-doctoral scholar for the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at OSU, but the duty location will primarily be at the USGS, San Francisco Bay Estuary Field Station in Vallejo, CA. Applicants should have excellent analytical skills that include multivariate analysis and proven spatial analysis abilities that include ArcGIS expertise, including Spatial Analyst. Applicant should have knowledge in climate change, wetland ecology, tidal systems, hydrology, geomorphology, wildlife biology, and integrating these disciplines. The position will primarily involve data analysis and scientific publication writing to peer-reviewed journals with limited field research. Applicant should have a proven publication record and can write efficiently. The role will include coauthoring or leading several interdisciplinary manuscripts from existing or new CERCC datasets. Mentorship and supervision will be provided by Dr. Dugger (Wildlife Ecologist), Dr. Thorne (Research Ecologist) and Dr. Takekawa (Research Wildlife Biologist). Applicants must have completed all the requirements for their doctoral program (PhD or equivalent), with demonstrated research accomplishments, and proven publication record in the primary research literature. Excellent command of the English language, quantitative analytical skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. We look forward to discussing this position with interested candidates, and you are welcome to contact us as follows: Bruce Dugger - Dept. of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon State University, (bruce.dug...@oregonstate.edu<mailto:bruce.dug...@oregonstate.edu>, 541-737-2465) Karen Thorne - USGS, Western Ecological Research Center, Sacramento, CA (ktho...@usgs.gov<mailto:ktho...@usgs.gov>, 916-278-9417) John Takekawa - USGS, Western Ecological Research Center, Vallejo, CA (john_takek...@usgs.gov<mailto:john_takek...@usgs.gov>, 707-562-2000) Appointment: The appointment will be intended for a term of 2-3 years, with the possibility for renewal, based upon a satisfactory performance review and the annual nature of federal funding. Salary range is $48,000 - $50,000, commensurate with qualifications of the successful applicants. Health insurance is provided. How to apply: The application window closes on October 31st, but we will review applications as they are received and make a decision before the deadline if a suitable candidate is found. Our goal is to have the successful candidate start this position in November 2013. A complete application should include a cover letter, CV that includes the names and contact information for three references, and copies of key publications. Please include all PIs on the email containing your submitted application. ---------------------------------------------------- Bruce D. Dugger Associate Professor Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife 104 Nash Hall Oregon State University Corvallis, OR 97331 ph: 541-737-2465 fax: 541-737-3590 http://fwl.oregonstate.edu/labs/dugger/
