Applications are invited for a permanent research scientist position in *integrated pest management *at the Atlantic Forestry Centre of the Canadian Forest Service – Natural Resources Canada, in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador (http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/forests/research-centres/afc/13447). You will contribute to the development of ecologically-based integrated pest management strategies in the boreal forest by working on a variety of insect pests damaging forests of Newfoundland and Labrador. Research may involve developing methods to monitor population trends, identifying life stages and environmental drivers that are key to understanding and predicting population levels, and assessing and developing control strategies. You will collaborate extensively with colleagues in the Canadian Forest Service, the Newfoundland Forest Service and academia. The successful candidate will have a PhD in entomology or a related aspect of ecology, demonstrated productivity in the form of authorship in peer-reviewed journals and experience in analysing insect populations and their impact on forests. In addition, we seek a team player with an aptitude for exchanging knowledge with natural resource management agencies. Proficiency in English is essential. Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad may apply but preference will be given to Canadian citizens.
The AFC-Corner Brook lab is located in the Forest Centre, Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Corner Brook is a small vibrant city with many services, located on the spectacular west coast of Newfoundland ( http://www.cornerbrook.com/). It is a premier destination for recreation, adventure and the arts in the mountains and by the sea. Closing date for applications is November 2, 2015- 23:59 Pacific Time. Applicants must apply on-line at the following site: https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=841573 . It is important to provide evidence of education, productivity and experience as described on-line to be considered for this position.
