Applications are invited for two postdoctoral researcher positions in the
Jarzyna lab (opening August 2018; http://www.majarzyna.com/) in the
Department of Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology at The Ohio State
University (OSU).
Position 1 (Biodiversity Change): The successful candidate will conduct
research in the broad area of macroecology and large scale biodiversity
change. Potential areas of interest include, but are not limited to, spatial
and temporal scaling of biodiversity and its change, trait-based
biogeography, and implications of global change for biodiversity. An ability
to traverse community-level and species-level perspectives and to address
processes at different spatial and temporal scales are particularly welcome.
Position 2 (ButterflyNet): The successful candidate will join an ongoing
NSF-funded project ButterflyNet—a collaboration with researchers from
Harvard University, City University of New York, Georgetown University, and
the University of Florida. ButterflyNet’s goals are to produce the first
fully resolved species-level phylogeny of butterflies and synthesize
available databases on host associations, reproductive and life-history
traits, ecological characteristics such as habitat associations and
mobility, and patterns of geographic distributions. Potential research
projects include butterfly assemblage dynamics, trait-environment
relationships, implications of global change for butterfly diversity, and
biogeography and evolution of butterflies. Knowledge of butterfly biology
and ecology is welcome, but not essential.
Both positions offer thematic flexibility and in their application letter
candidates should briefly describe their preferred area of activity.
Question-driven research and creative ideas are valued. Required
qualifications are a Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, statistics,
mathematics, or closely related fields. A solid working knowledge of
ecological modeling, GIS or remote sensing, and statistics are required for
both positions. Candidates with strong experience in hierarchical modeling
and species distribution modeling will be given preference. Candidates must
have excellent English writing and verbal communication skills, as well as
an established record of high productivity. Both positions are available as
early as September 1, 2018 (start date is negotiable) for the duration of
one year, with possibility of extension to a second year depending on
satisfactory performance and funding availability.
To apply please send, in one pdf, a cover letter clearly stating which
position the candidate is applying for and addressing how the candidate’s
expertise meets the position requirements listed above, CV, and contact info
(phone and email) for three referees to majarz...@gmail.com. In the subject
of all emails, please include your name and the position the candidate is
applying for (e.g., “Application for Biodiversity Change Postdoc:
LASTNAME”). The final selection process will begin on August 15, 2018 and
will continue until both positions are filled. Please send all inquiries to
Dr. Jarzyna at majarz...@gmail.com. Dr. Jarzyna passionately believes that a
diverse team will enable a broader perspective and enhance creativity, and
strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and otherwise
underrepresented candidates.
The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and
intellectually diverse environment. We are an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity,
national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.
