Position Title:

Postdoctoral research fellowship – Large-scale human effects on wildlife 
habitat: Boise State University

Position description:

The successful applicant will synthesize large datasets in a geospatial 
modeling framework to quantify the effects of anthropogenic nightlight and 
noise on wildlife habitats across the continental US and network of 
National Parks. The spatial models will integrate remotely-sensed data, 
species trait data, wildlife occurrence records, and information on 
reproductive success to identify the wildlife species and habitat corridors 
that are most vulnerable to anthropogenic sensory stimuli. The project 
seeks to assess risk from sensory pollution on an ambitiously large number 
of mammal and bird species. In addition to the modeling and synthesis 
activities, the successful applicant will work closely with the National 
Park Service Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division to integrate products 
into the service’s decision making and information systems. 

Minimum qualifications: 

PhD (by start time of position) in Biology, Conservation, Ecology, 
Geography, or related field. Competitive applicants will have experience 
analyzing large datasets, developing and applying quantitative spatial 
models, computer programming and coding, and working in collaborative 
teams. Preference will be given to scholars with a proven publication 
record.

Where: 

The Carter lab at Boise State University. The successful applicant will 
also work closely with the labs of Dr. Jesse Barber (Boise State) and Dr. 
Clint Francis (California Polytechnic), as well as with the National Park 
Service Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division. 

Salary: 

Competitive postdoctoral salary and health insurance for 12 months. Second 
year contingent on performance and funding availability.

Start date: 

March 01, 2018 (negotiable)

Last date to apply:

December 8, 2017. Applications will be screened until the closing date, at 
which time letters of recommendation will be requested from those on the 
short list.

Application instructions:

Applicants should email the following materials as a single pdf file with 
the subject line “postdoctoral fellowship” to neilcar...@boisestate.edu: 
(a) two page cover letter describing relevant experience, interests, and 
professional goals, (b) CV, and (c) contact information for three 
professional references. For additional information contact Dr. Neil 
Carter.

Boise State University embraces and welcomes diversity in its faculty, 
student body, and staff. Accordingly, applicants who would add to the 
diversity and excellence of our academic community are encouraged to apply.

Additional information:

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and the capital of the 
State of Idaho, Boise is frequently featured as a top-ranked metropolis. 
The city has ample opportunities for world-class outdoor activities year 
round and a thriving arts and entertainment culture. In 2017, US News and 
World report ranked Boise the 12th best city to live in the United States. 

About the University: http://www.boisestate.edu
About the City of Boise: http://www.boisechamber.org
About the Human-Environment Systems Center at BSU: 
https://cid.boisestate.edu/hes

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