POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN DISEASE ECOLOGY Department of Veterinary Population Medicine, University of Minnesota Twin Cities
A postdoctoral position is available to investigate infectious disease dynamics in wild and domestic animal populations. Meggan Craft’s research group uses mathematical and statistical models fit to empirical data from field systems in order to study the spread and control of disease (http://www.cvm.umn.edu/vpm/faculty/meggancraft/home.html). Current modeling projects on already-collected data could include swine influenza or "large felid" retroviral dynamics, as well as new projects as opportunities arise. Through the University of Minnesota’s Ecosystem Health Initiative, the position provides an opportunity to interact with a diverse community of epidemiologists, veterinarians, wildlife managers, ecologists, and public health practitioners. The successful applicant will have a PhD in ecology, statistics, applied mathematics or a related field, with a strong background in infectious disease modeling and quantitative analysis, a track record of publication, and the ability to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary team. Initial appointment will be for one year, with opportunities for renewal. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Apply online at: employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=120624 Applications should include (1) a cover letter explicitly describing the fit with this position and a possible start date, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research interests and experience (attach as Additional Document 1). PDF attachments of published or in press papers are encouraged but not required. In addition to applying online, please have two letters of recommendation sent via email (preferable as PDF files) to Dr. Meggan Craft at cr...@umn.edu. The Ecosystem Health Initiative of the University of Minnesota’s College of Veterinary Medicine is working with an international consortium of partners to improve understanding of the relationship among the environment, biodiversity, and the health of humans, livestock and wildlife. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
