The School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences at Auburn University is soliciting applications for a post doctoral research fellow to work with The Alabama Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit, located at Auburn University, Auburn, AL. to develop decision support tools for evaluating conservation strategies under competing models of climate change and response by aquatic and terrestrial wildlife populations. Successful completion of the initial phases of this project will result in the development of a framework for using Adaptive Management (AM) and the principles of Strategic Habitat Conservation (SHC) to address the potential impacts of climate change on terrestrial and aquatic species in the southeastern United States. This position is currently funded for two years with two additional years of funding contingent on success of the initial phases.
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Qualifications: Ph.D. required in wildlife biology, conservation biology, ecology, biometrics, or a related field. Applicants will be evaluated on their experience and abilities in the 3 primary areas of quantitative expertise used in structured decision making: modeling, estimation and optimization. Applicants should be proficient in at least one of these areas. Desired qualifications include demonstrated research experience in structured decision making. The candidate must demonstrate commitment to timely completion of deliverables, commitment to publication of results in peer-reviewed outlets, and strong potential to work collaboratively with multiple agencies on a highly visible research topic. Salary is very competitive and is commensurate with skills and qualifications. APPLICATION: To apply, submit a letter of application, resume, official transcripts and the names and contact information for three references (name, address, phone number and email addresses) to Dr. Gary Hepp, School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, 602 Duncan Drive, Auburn University, AL 36849-5418, USA. Review of applications will begin September 21, 2009, and continue until a successful candidate has been recommended for appointment. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Dr. Barry Grand, Co-Chair, Search Committee: gran...@auburn.edu (334-844-4796). For the complete announcement see http://www.sfws.auburn.edu/jobs/index.php --------------------------------------------------------- Dr. James B. Grand, Leader Alabama Cooperative Fisheries and Wildlife Research Unit 3301 School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Auburn, AL 36849-5418 Ph: (334) 844-4796 FAX: (334) 844-1084 ---------------------------------------------------------- http://www.ag.auburn.edu/alcfwru
