[ECOLOG-L] Fully-funded PhD on invasions through the plant trade in New Zealand
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded PhD fellowship through the New Zealand Biological Heritage National Science Challenge. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student wanting to develop skills in applying social network approaches to ecological problems. The student will become an integral member of a national research team undertaking a high profile project. The aim of the project is to explore how network models can help us understand the risk posed by pests and weeds spreading through trade networks. The movement of live plants through professional nurseries is known to be an effective means to disseminate plant pathogens, invertebrate pests, and weeds. By working closely with professional nurseries as well as examining the less formal internet trade, this PhD will initially collate spatial distribution data and trade relationships among the live plant trade in New Zealand. This network will be used to map the likely pathways and identify the resources at risk and the suitability for pest establishment. Further details of the project can be found here: http://www.biologicalheritage.nz/programmes/risks/interventions The scholarships provide an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$5,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidates will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Besides their own research, the PhD fellow will attend courses and workshops in relevant transferable skills like scientific writing and project management as well as participate in our biennial Bio-Protection symposium, weekly seminar series and group meetings. The PhD student will receive individual supervision and mentoring and is guided in her/his research work by a PhD advisory committee. Applicants for this project are expected to have a MSc in a relevant area and hold an honours degree, or equivalent, in ecology, geography or related area, preferably with interest in spatial ecology, modelling and/or invasion biology. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. http://www.lincoln.ac.nz/Lincoln-Home/Study/Postgraduate/Entry- requirements/?sti=4 Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of two academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD (applicants are welcome to choose one or both) and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 14th March 2018 with the expectation of commencement preferably before September 2018.
[ECOLOG-L] Fully funded PhD on invasions through horticultural trade
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded PhD fellowship through the New Zealand Biological Heritage National Science Challenge. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student wanting to develop skills in applying social network approaches to ecological problems. The student will become an integral member of a national research team undertaking a high profile project. The aim of the project is to explore how network models can help us understand the risk posed by pests and weeds spreading through trade networks. The movement of live plants through professional nurseries is known to be an effective means to disseminate plant pathogens, invertebrate pests, and weeds. By working closely with professional nurseries as well as examining the less formal internet trade, this PhD will initially collate spatial distribution data and trade relationships among the live plant trade in New Zealand. This network will be used to map the likely pathways and identify the resources at risk and the suitability for pest establishment. Further details of the project can be found here: http://www.biologicalheritage.nz/programmes/risks/interventions The scholarships provide an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$5,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidates will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Besides their own research, the PhD fellow will attend courses and workshops in relevant transferable skills like scientific writing and project management as well as participate in our biennial Bio-Protection symposium, weekly seminar series and group meetings. The PhD student will receive individual supervision and mentoring and is guided in her/his research work by a PhD advisory committee. Applicants for this project are expected to have a MSc in a relevant area and hold an honours degree, or equivalent, in ecology, geography or related area, preferably with interest in spatial ecology, modelling and/or invasion biology. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. http://www.lincoln.ac.nz/Lincoln-Home/Study/Postgraduate/Entry- requirements/?sti=4 Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of two academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD (applicants are welcome to choose one or both) and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 10th December 2017 with the expectation of commencement before June 2018.
[ECOLOG-L] Fully funded 3yr PhD on genetics of invasive species
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded PhD fellowship addressing the contemporary evolution of invasive weeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student wanting to bridge the disciplines of ecology and bioinformatics using cutting-edge molecular techniques with real world applications. The student will become a key member of a national research team undertaking an integrated project examining phenotypic variation, niche shifts and local adaptation in invasive plant species using globally-distributed weeds in the genus Rumex (dock) as a study system. The PhD aims to examine the genetic basis of performance differences in invasive plants between the native and introduced range. Applying a range of molecular and genomic technologies, the PhD will determine the extent of genotypic variation among and within populations of invasive plant species in the native (Europe) and introduced range (New Zealand) and apply experimental approaches to identify the benefits of genetic admixture in plant invasions. There is scope within the PhD to account for both the particular interests of the successful candidate and the outcome of other ongoing experiments within the larger project. The scholarships provide an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$10,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidates will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in population genetics and/or molecular ecology as well as a desire to combine both field and laboratory analyses. The ideal candidate will be independent, organized and a problem solver with some experience in lab bench work, molecular ecology/population genetics, and/or bioinformatics for genomic data analyses, and be prepared to conduct some field-based research in a collaborative environment. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, have suitable qualifications from an internationally recognised university, are able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of three academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 1st November 2017 with an expected start date before May 2018.
[ECOLOG-L] Funded PhD: Biotic and abiotic filters on alien conifer invasions in New Zealand
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded three-year PhD fellowship addressing the biotic and abiotic filters on the establishment of alien conifers in New Zealand. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student to bring together insights in both plant population ecology and plant-animal interactions to bear on the applied problem of conifer invasions in New Zealand. The student will become a key member of a major national research project undertaking an integrated programme examining spread, establishment, impact, and management of alien conifers, a major environmental problem in New Zealand. Background The successful candidate will examine the likelihood of seedling establishment of multiple conifer species encompassing a wide range of seed sizes and invasion success. Experimental approaches will explore the role of disturbance, shade and habitat on seedling survival as well as examine the role vertebrate seed predators play in limiting seedling establishment. There is scope within the PhD project to account for both the particular interests of the successful candidate and the outcome of other ongoing experiments within the larger project modelling the dispersal and establishment risk of alien conifers in New Zealand. https://bioprotection.org.nz/research/programme/modelling-dispersal-and- establishment-risk-alien-conifers-new-zealand The scholarship provides an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$10,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidate will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Qualifications Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in population or plant ecology with an interest of experience in the study of plant invasions. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University, New Zealand. Apply Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of three academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD project and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 20 October 2017.
[ECOLOG-L] 4 yr postdoc position modelling invasive pine spread in NZ
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Risk modelling of the dispersal and spread of alien conifers in New Zealand The Bio-Protection Research Centre, a New Zealand Centre of Research Excellence hosted by Lincoln University, finds innovative, natural and sustainable solutions to protect New Zealand's plant-based, productive ecosystems from pests, diseases and weeds. We are now embarking of an ambitious 5-years multidisciplinary research programme examining the ecology, impacts and management of invasive alien conifer species in New Zealand. The research involves researchers at Lincoln University, Canterbury University, Scion and Landcare Research drawing on a wide range of expertise from plant and soil ecology, spatial and economic modelling as well as different management approaches. As part of the larger multi-disciplinary project on invasive alien conifers, within the Bio-Protection Research Centre, we are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to develop risk models of the dispersal and spread of alien conifers in New Zealand. The candidate will be join of one of the most productive plant invasion research groups in New Zealand under the leadership of Professor Philip Hulme. The Postdoctoral Fellow will quantify intraspecific and interspecific variation in alien conifer seed dispersal to establish which species in New Zealand have greatest dispersal potential and whether certain provenances are more risky than others. Research will identify trade-offs in dispersal risk and magnitude of variation across species and provenances. They will then integrate dispersal parameters with existing dispersal models to derive a quantitative consolidated risk index. Subsequently they will analyse spatiotemporal population structure of existing conifer invasions. This step will identify the role of landscape, land-use history, and propagule pressure on geographic variation in wilding population growth; as such, this activity is a space for time-independent evaluation of both dispersal and establishment risk. By integrate the consolidated risk index and retrospective spread assessment, they will assesses the relative roles of species and environmental parameters in spread risk. These streams of information will be used to generate spatially explicit predictions of dispersal and establishment risk. Results will be integral to the wider project and will feed in to economic and decision support models being developed by other teams. The position is funded for a period of 4 years, starting in 2017. Applicants will be required to have: • A PhD in ecology or a related field • Research experience in the area of plant invasion ecology. • Strong skills in quantitative data analysis. • Knowledge of spatial ecology and GIS • A record of peer reviewed publications As travel between field sites may be a feature of this position, a current driver’s licence is also required. Further information is available on the Bio-Protection Research Centre website https://bioprotection.org.nz/vacancies/postdoctoral-research-fellowship- risk-modelling-dispersal-and-spread-alien-conifers-new Application should be through the Lincoln University website: https://jobs.jobvite.com/lincolnuniversity/job/o5xA5fw1 Applications should consist of: a) a cover letter expressing interest in position, your suitability for the post and date of availability, b) a CV including publication list, c) a statement of research interests, and d) contact details for three referees. Closing date for applications is 15th August 2017.
[ECOLOG-L] 4 yr postdoc position modelling invasive pine spread in NZ
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Risk modelling of the dispersal and spread of alien conifers in New Zealand The Bio-Protection Research Centre, a New Zealand Centre of Research Excellence hosted by Lincoln University, finds innovative, natural and sustainable solutions to protect New Zealand's plant-based, productive ecosystems from pests, diseases and weeds. We are now embarking of an ambitious 5-years multidisciplinary research programme examining the ecology, impacts and management of invasive alien conifer species in New Zealand. The research involves researchers at Lincoln University, Canterbury University, Scion and Landcare Research drawing on a wide range of expertise from plant and soil ecology, spatial and economic modelling as well as different management approaches. As part of the larger multi-disciplinary project on invasive alien conifers, within the Bio-Protection Research Centre, we are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to develop risk models of the dispersal and spread of alien conifers in New Zealand. The candidate will be join of one of the most productive plant invasion research groups in New Zealand under the leadership of Professor Philip Hulme. The Postdoctoral Fellow will quantify intraspecific and interspecific variation in alien conifer seed dispersal to establish which species in New Zealand have greatest dispersal potential and whether certain provenances are more risky than others. Research will identify trade-offs in dispersal risk and magnitude of variation across species and provenances. They will then integrate dispersal parameters with existing dispersal models to derive a quantitative consolidated risk index. Subsequently they will analyse spatiotemporal population structure of existing conifer invasions. This step will identify the role of landscape, land-use history, and propagule pressure on geographic variation in wilding population growth; as such, this activity is a space for time-independent evaluation of both dispersal and establishment risk. By integrate the consolidated risk index and retrospective spread assessment, they will assesses the relative roles of species and environmental parameters in spread risk. These streams of information will be used to generate spatially explicit predictions of dispersal and establishment risk. Results will be integral to the wider project and will feed in to economic and decision support models being developed by other teams. The position is funded for a period of 4 years, starting in 2017. Applicants will be required to have: • A PhD in ecology or a related field • Research experience in the area of plant invasion ecology. • Strong skills in quantitative data analysis. • Knowledge of spatial ecology and GIS • A record of peer reviewed publications As travel between field sites may be a feature of this position, a current driver’s licence is also required. Further information is available on the Bio-Protection Research Centre website https://bioprotection.org.nz/vacancies/postdoctoral-research-fellowship- risk-modelling-dispersal-and-spread-alien-conifers-new Application should be through the Lincoln University website: https://jobs.jobvite.com/lincolnuniversity/job/o5xA5fw1 Applications should consist of: a) a cover letter expressing interest in position, your suitability for the post and date of availability, b) a CV including publication list, c) a statement of research interests, and d) contact details for three referees. Closing date for applications is 15th August 2017.
[ECOLOG-L] Fully funded three year PhD on invasive plant genetics
PhD studentship investigating the role of genetic shifts in success of invasive plant species The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded PhD studentship addressing the contemporary evolution of invasive weeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for a student wanting to bridge the disciplines of ecology and bioinformatics using cutting-edge molecular techniques with real world applications. The student will become a key member of a national research team undertaking an integrated project examining phenotypic variation, niche shifts and local adaptation in invasive plant species using globally- distributed weeds in the genus Rumex (dock) as a study system. Background The PhD project aims to examine the genetic basis of performance differences in invasive plants between the native and introduced range. Applying a range of molecular and genomic technologies, the student will determine the extent of genotypic variation among and within populations of invasive plant species in the native (Europe) and introduced range (New Zealand) and apply experimental approaches to identify the benefits of genetic admixture in plant invasions. Find out more here (copy and paste link into browser): https://bioprotection.org.nz/vacancies/phd-studentship-investigating- role-genetic-shifts-success-invasive-plant-species There is scope within the research for the successful candidate to explore their own particular interests and the outcomes of other ongoing experiments within the larger project. We offer The scholarship provides an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and approximately NZD$10,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. The successful candidate will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Qualifications Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in population genetics, molecular ecology and/or bioinformatics and a desire to combine both field and laboratory analyses. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University, New Zealand. To apply Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of three academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD project and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to Professor Philip Hulme philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz Deadline for applications is 24 June 2017, with an expected start date prior to 1 December 2017
[ECOLOG-L] Freshwater invasions fully funded PhD in NZ
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering a fully funded PhD fellowship. These are truly fantastic opportunities for a student wanting to learn cutting-edge modelling techniques with real world applications. The student will become an integral member of a national research team undertaking an integrated project. The PhDs aim to develop network models for plant pests in the freshwater recreational user network in New Zealand and then use these models to evaluate opportunities for mitigation. This will be achieved by mapping the likely pathways on a map of the resources at risk and the suitability for pest establishment. Further details can be found here: http://bioprotection.org.nz/vacancies/phd-studentship-biosecurity-risks- recreational-lake-user-network The scholarships provide an annual stipend of NZD$28,000 a year tax- free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$5,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidates will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in spatial ecology, modelling and/or plant biosecurity. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of two academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD (applicants are welcome to choose one or more) and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 10th October 2016.
[ECOLOG-L] Two Fully Funded Invasion Network PhDs in NZ
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand is offering TWO fully funded PhD fellowships through the New Zealand Biological Heritage National Science Challenge. This is truly a fantastic opportunity for a student wanting to learn cutting-edge modelling techniques with real world applications. The student will become an integral member of a national research team undertaking a high profile project. The aim of these projects is to develop network models for a pests and pathogens under two different types of network and then use these models to evaluate strategies for sampling invasive movement under increasing limits on sampling resources and opportunities for mitigation. This will be achieved by mapping the likely pathways on a map of the resources at risk and the suitability for pest establishment. PhD 1: Plant nursery network: The movement of live plants through professional nurseries is known to be an effective means to disseminate plant pathogens, invertebrate pests, and weeds. By working closely with the Nursery and Garden Industry New Zealand and professional forestry nurseries as well as examining the less formal nursery trade, this PhD will initially collate spatial distribution data and trade relationships (directionality, volumes, and character, e.g. native or exotic species) among the live plant trade in New Zealand. This information will be used to describe the live plant trade network in terms of plant producers, retailers, and the middle-tier (wholesalers, both receiving and shipping plant material). This network will be used as the basis for building an invasion model to investigate how the probabilities of organisms with different life-history traits, host-range, and detectability will spread through the network. PhD 2: Freshwater recreational user network: New Zealand has 3,820 lakes with a surface area >1 ha, and these are widely recognised as hubs for potential invasion via recreational users moving weeds and invertebrate pests. As a principal vector of dispersal of invasive species in this system is spread on recreational boating equipment, links between water bodies will be derived from a probability of connectivity via road travel. The research will be undertaken jointly with the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research who hold extensive data on lake ecology and the student will liaise closely with the New Zealand Ministry of Primary Industries who undertake surveys of boat users across the country. Further details can be found here: http://bioprotection.org.nz/about-us/vacancies The scholarships provide an annual stipend of NZD$27,000 a year tax-free, covers full university fees and includes up to approximately NZD$5,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three years. It is expected the successful candidates will be based at Lincoln University, Canterbury, New Zealand. Besides their own research, the PhD fellows will attend courses and workshops in relevant transferable skills like scientific writing and project management as well as participate in our biennial Bio-Protection symposium, weekly seminar series and group meetings. Each PhD student receives individual supervision and mentoring and is guided in her/his research work by a PhD advisory committee. Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in spatial ecology, modelling and/or plant biosecurity. The position is open to applicants of any nationality, provided they are fluent in English, able to obtain a student visa and eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. http://www.lincoln.ac.nz/Lincoln-Home/Study/Postgraduate/Entry-requirements/ Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of two academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the PhD (applicants are welcome to choose one or both) and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 1st March 2016 with the expectation of commencement before July 2016. Philip Hulme Professor of Plant Biosecurity Bio-Protection Research Centre P O Box 85084 Lincoln University Lincoln 7647 Christchurch New Zealand +64 3 4230902 philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz
[ECOLOG-L] Biosecurity PhD opportunity in NZ for NZ or Australian Citizen/Resident
The Bio-Protection Research Centre, Lincoln University, New Zealand and CSIRO, Canberra, Australia, are offering a joint PhD position through the Australian Plant Biosecurity Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) to address network analysis of post-border pest spread. The aim of this project is to develop a network model for a generic pest/pathogen under two different types of network and then use this model to evaluate a set of strategies for sampling invasive movement under increasing limits on sampling resources. This will be achieved by mapping the likely pathways on a map of the resources at risk and the suitability for pest establishment. Further details of the project can be found at: http://bioprotection.org.nz/vacancies The scholarships provide an annual stipend of AUD$30,000 a year tax-free, plus approximately AUD$10,000 additional support a year towards operating expenses. The duration of the scholarship is three and a half years (maximum). The CRC also supports travel to one conference, attendance at an annual student workshop, and formal professional development. It is expected the successful candidate will be based at Lincoln University with regular visits to CSIRO in Canberra. Students must be Australian or New Zealand citizens/permanent residents. Applicants for this project should hold a first class or high 2A honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant area, preferably with interest in spatial ecology, modelling and/or plant biosecurity. Applicants must be eligible for admission to the PhD program at Lincoln University. Applications should include evidence of qualifications and research experience, together with a curriculum vitae and contact details of two academic referees. Applications should be supported by a cover letter that states why the candidate is interested in the post and how their qualifications would map onto the proposed research. Please email complete applications to philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. Closing date for applications is 31st March 2013 with the expectation of commencement before July 2013.
[ECOLOG-L] Professor of Invasion Ecology, New Zealand
Professor of Invasion Ecology Vacancy 12-94 The Bio-Protection Research Centre (http://www.bioprotection.org.nz), hosted at Lincoln University, New Zealand, is one of only seven national Centres of Research Excellence. The Centre specialises in fundamental plant bioprotection research and technology development for New Zealands productive ecosystems. We invite applications for the position of Professor of Invasion Ecology to establish and lead a world-class research group and integrate into research activities in related fields at the Bio-Protection Research Centre. Candidates with outstanding, internationally recognised scientific track records in any quantitative or modelling aspect of population ecology or epidemiology will be considered, but preference may be given to quantitative ecologists working on the dynamics, distributions and/or impacts of pests, pathogens or weeds of agriculture, forestry and/or the natural environment. Candidates must have proven track records of research leadership with demonstrable skills in building research groups, successful postgraduate supervision and postdoctoral mentoring, obtaining grant funding nationally and internationally, and a substantive record of publications in high impact journals. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the supervision of graduate students and to obtain further funds for research through competitive grants. Your application should include a signed letter of motivation, your curriculum vitae, including research experience and interests, record of research funds obtained, postgraduate supervision and a complete list of publications. Please also supply the names and contact details of three referees who have detailed knowledge of your academic work and achievements and may be contacted during the selection process. Please send completed applications to j...@lincoln.ac.nz. For further details of the post can be found at http://www.lincoln.ac.nz/About-Lincoln-University/Job- vacancies/Academic-vacancies/. Informal enquiries regarding eligibility, scope and opportunity of this post may be made to Professor Philip Hulme philip.hu...@lincoln.ac.nz. The letter of application should be addressed to the Vice-Chancellor. The closing date for applications is 31 March 2013.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Position in Invasion Ecology (New Zealand)
Postdoctoral Position in Plant Invasion Ecology (New Zealand) Vacancy 13/07 Applications are invited for a post-doctoral fellow position within the Bio- Protection Research Centre based at Lincoln University, New Zealand. The Centre has a full-time position available for one year for a weed ecologist to undertake research on the project: Ecological impacts of alien plants on native vegetation: richness, community structure and ecosystem function. The Postdoctoral Fellow will undertake independent research aimed at elucidating the impacts of alien plants on plant species and plant functional richness of invaded communities. A range of opportunities exist to apply different techniques to this issue including analysis of existing databases, meta-analysis and potentially fieldwork to examine how changes in the relative abundance of alien species impacts different components of vegetation. The Fellow will work in an active research group with strong national and international links and an excellent publication record in the area of invasion ecology. Applicants will be required to have: A PhD in ecology or a related field Research experience in the area of plant invasion ecology. Strong skills in quantitative data analysis, particularly statistical modelling. A record of peer reviewed publications As travel between field sites may be a feature of this position, a current drivers licence is also required. The successful candidate will join an active and dynamic group of invasion ecologists and you can find out more about our work at: http://bioprotection.org.nz/project/world-leading-biosecurity/weed-dynamics- and-invasion-processes Further information and how to apply for vacancy number 13/07 is available on our website. Alternatively, please contact Human Resources on 03 325 3687 or email j...@lincoln.ac.nz. Electronic applications are welcome and all applications should be accompanied by a covering letter, application form and CV. Applications must be received by 4 pm on Thursday 7 March 2013.
