[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc Opportunity at Flathead Lake Biological Station, Montana
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE GO TO http://www.umt.edu/FLBS/People/Employment.htm#LE Immediate Position Available for Postdoctoral Research in Landscape Ecology and Modeling: The Flathead Lake Biological Station and Division of Biological Sciences of The University of Montana invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher to use landscape modeling as a platform for understanding the energetics and dynamics of fisheries stocks, particularly in light of potential climate changes. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary effort which integrates long-term intensive field studies from the Salmonid Rivers Observatory Network Project (SaRON) with a remotely based Pacific Rim scale assessment of habitat complexity in relation to river flows and temperature patterns. We seek candidates with the following skills: ·PhD in Ecology or Landscape Ecology (spatial analysis) ·experience using and interpreting models of fish energetics and fisheries stock dynamics * interest/experience in translating temperature and flow climate change model outputs to predict range changes in different salmon species under different climate change scenarios ·programming ability in C/C++, FORTRAN, and Python ·proficiency with geospatial and GIS software (particularly ArcGIS/SDE/Info) ·proficiency in statistical analysis of geospatial data * proficiency in conducting scientific research leading to publication in peer-reviewed scientific literature The successful applicant will be employed by The University of Montana on a 12-month letter of appointment including competitive salary, medical/dental and retirement benefits. The position is located at The University of Montanas premier Flathead Lake Biological Station (www.umt.edu/flbs) near Polson, MT and will begin immediately. Contracts are renewed annually and may continue depending on funding availability and job performance. APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Applicants should send a CV including dates of availability, 3 professional references and statement of research interests to Dr. Jack Stanford at flbs-lem@ flbs.umt.edu. In addition, HRS requests submission of the Applicant Self ID form (link included). Review of applications will begin April 3, 2009 and continue until filled.
Summer 2007-Flathead Lake Biological Station, UM
Flathead Lake Biological Station The University of Montana Summer Session 2007 Information/Registration Available on Web Site http://www.umt.edu/flbs/Education/Summersession.htmhttp://www.umt.edu/flbs/Education/Summersession.htm Dear Colleagues and Associates, You are likely well aware of the value of a summer at a field station: the opportunity to see first-hand the concepts taught in class, the chance to sort through future options, the relaxed, informal setting that fosters deep discussions that often begin at supper and continue well into the evening. The Flathead Lake Biological Station's summer session experience is no exception to the rule. We'd like your help identifying applicants for Summer Session 2007 especially since we have over $35,000 in scholarships available. A high percentage of qualified scholarship applicants receive a scholarship. Please let students know the deadline for scholarship applications is approaching rapidly (March 30). Although that sounds tight, there is still time to apply. Here is the link directly to the scholarship information: http://www.umt.edu/flbs/Education/Scholarships.htm We also have a presentation showcasing the Station's unique opportunities and experiences for prospective students. Go to the FLBS home page and click on FLBS_Summer.exe in the upper right corner: http://www.umt.edu/flbs/ . The downloadable slide show (with audio) will run on any Windows 98 or newer PC. At 6+MB in size, a broadband DSL or LAN connection to the Internet is suggested. We really appreciate any help you can provide in showing and/or distributing this presentation in some of your courses, if appropriate. Students are currently registering using our online web site (https://flbs.umt.edu/summer/). Your communications to students about this program at the Station makes a significant recruiting contribution and we thank you for these efforts. Students can email us at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call 406-982-3301 if they have any questions regarding the course offerings and logistics. We look forward to a great Summer Session in 2007! Please contact Sue Gillespie at [EMAIL PROTECTED] if you have any questions regarding this e-mail. Regards, Jack Stanford, Bierman Professor and Director Sue Gillespie, Assistant Director/Operations ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
