POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Riparian Ecologist/Community Ecologist
Location: Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis,
Oregon
Starting Date: May 1, 2007
Application Closing Date: For full consideration, apply by April 1, 2007.
Responsibilities: Compile, summarize, and interpret research on riparian
ecology and forest management strategies conducted in the Cooperative Forest
Ecosystem Research (CFER) program (see www.fsl.orst.edu/cfer for a program
overview) (35%). Evaluate CFER research in context of published literature
on riparian ecology and management strategies (20%), and write synthesis
paper outlining knowledge gaps and research needs for understanding effects
of contemporary riparian forest management practices in western Oregon
(20%). Analyze landscape management scenarios developed by the Landscape
Scenario Analysis Project (LSAP) and assess the potential effects of these
scenarios on riparian and aquatic food webs (15%). Cooperate with other CFER
researchers to facilitate related research activities (10%). Funding
currently available for 18 months.
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Ecology or related discipline. GIS and
statistical analysis skills. Demonstrated experience and expertise in
riparian ecology and management. Ability to work independently, utilize
library resources, and communicate results in form of professional
presentations and publications. Experience conducting research in
team-oriented, interdisciplinary academic setting. Experience with
designing, developing and maintaining large relational databases.
Desirable Qualification: Familiarity with ecological conditions and
silvicultural practices in forests of the Pacific Northwest. Demonstrated
commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Experience in Microsoft SQL
Database server and Microsoft Access. Experience in relational probabilistic
models.
Employment Conditions: Full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed term 12-month faculty
position. Re-appointment is at the discretion of the Dean. Full-time annual
salary is $35,000$45,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
Medical, dental, and life insurance available; staff tuition privileges for
employee or a dependent at an Oregon University System school (restrictions
apply), annual leave, and sick leave.
For More Information: Contact David HIbbs, Department of Forest Science, 321
Richardson Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, 97331-5752;
phone: 541-737-6077; email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To Apply: Go to http://jobs.oregonstate.edu and electronically submit a
letter of application with statement of interest, vitae (resume), examples
of your publications if available, unofficial copies of transcripts, and two
letters of references. For full consideration send application materials by
April 1, 2007.
Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
and has a policy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
