Position: Post-Doctoral Research Associate Agency: Quantitative Fisheries Center, Michigan State University
Description: We seek a research associate to apply age-structured stock assessment to Lake Erie percids and other Great Lakes fishes, evaluate the potential effects of climate change Lake Erie walleye recruitment and subsequent management, support and participate in structured decision making processes, and conduct related quantitative fisheries research. The Research Associate will involve engaging agency personnel and stakeholders at the interface of technical analysis and resource management. You may also participate in other QFC activities, including preparation for and delivery of on-line and short-courses on quantitative fisheries methods and participating in consulting projects with QFC supporting partners. Qualifications: PhD in fisheries science or related discipline with a strong quantitative background and record of research productivity in quantitative methods. Experience in conducting stock assessments, simulation modeling, and use of AD Model Builder software is desirable, as well as an experience or desire to work with stakeholders and agency personnel. Salary: $48,500 per year plus benefits. Initial appointment is for 1 year with possibility of extensions for subsequent years on an annual basis. Closing date: Until filled Contact: All applicants must apply via http://careers.msu.edu search posting #547973. Please submit your CV, letter of interest, and transcripts (unofficial). Questions about the posting can be directed to Dr. Kelly Robinson (kfrob...@msu.edu) or Dr. Jim Bence (be...@msu.edu).
