Postdoctoral Research Scholar: Adaptive Management San Francisco Bay Delta Applications are invited for a full-time Research Associate (Post doc) appointment to be held at the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Oregon State University. Primary research focus is developing quantitative decision making tools for evaluating and prioritizing U.S. Bureau of Reclamation management actions and investments in California Central Valley Delta water operations, habitat restoration activities, facility improvements, and scientific studies. Applicants must have completed all the requirements for their doctoral program (PhD or equivalent), with demonstrated research accomplishments, and publications in the primary research literature. Applicants should have the necessary skills and experience with sample design and the estimation of animal population parameters and should have interest and capabilities in the development of integrated approaches to estimating and modeling population dynamics and applying the results to decision making. The position will primarily involve coordination of stakeholders, data analysis and modeling with some potential for field research. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of James Peterson and will be part of an interagency and interdisciplinary team of stakeholders and researchers. The successful candidate must be able to work successfully in a team environment. Periodic travel to meet with collaborators or conduct field work with overnight stays will be required. Excellent command of the English language, quantitative analytical skills, and written and verbal communication skills are absolutely required. Special consideration will be given to candidates possessing one or more of the following knowledge and skills: spatial statistics, sampling design and ecology, and Bayesian modeling techniques.
Postdoctoral Research Scholar: Development of Chinook Salmon Outplanting Strategies Applications are invited for a full-time research scholar appointment to be held at the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Oregon State University. Primary research focus will be to (1) evaluate the effectiveness of alternative trap, transport, and outplanting strategies for adult Chinook salmon in an experimental framework and (2) to develop models for identifying the optimal transport and outplanting strategies aimed at reducing prespawn mortality. Applicants must have completed all the requirements for their doctoral program (PhD or equivalent), with demonstrated research accomplishments, and publications in the primary research literature. Applicants should have the ability to and experience in modeling animal population dynamics and species interactions, such as host-parasite and predator prey-relations, and interest in the application of basic research to fisheries conservation and management decision-making. The successful candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and resource managers from state and federal agencies to develop an integrated, decision support program for managing Chinook salmon. The position will primarily involve data analysis and modeling with some laboratory research and field research. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Drs. James Peterson, Michael Kent, and Carl B. Schreck of the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, in close collaboration with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and other agencies, as well as research faculty, staff and students at Oregon State University. Excellent command of the English language, quantitative analytical skills, and written and verbal communication skills are absolutely required. Special consideration will be given to candidates possessing appropriate knowledge and skills in epidemiology and parasitology and those with a strong publication record. Appointments: Both appointments are intended for a term of one (1) year, with the possibility for renewal, based upon a satisfactory performance review and the annual nature of federal funding. Salary ($50,000-55,000) and full benefits will be commensurate with qualifications of the successful applicants. Applications: Applications must include a complete personal resume with details of academic qualifications, electronic copies of three (3) representative scientific publications, and the names and contact information of four (4) individuals who have agreed to provide a personal and professional recommendation if requested. Application Submission: Complete applications must be submitted electronically to James Peterson (jt.peter...@oregonstate.edu<mailto:jt.peter...@oregonstate.edu>) Deadline for applications: Applications will be accepted starting 01/20/2018 and will close when the position has been filled. Interviews: All applications will be acknowledged electronically; only those selected for consideration on a short list will be contacted and asked to provide letters of recommendation.
