Postdoctoral position: Population ecology and plant morphology Department of Biological Sciences, Ohio University
A postdoctoral position is available from Sept. 1, 2007 for one year (with a possibility of a second year) to contribute to a larger project examining the effect of small-scale spatial structure on population dynamics. Research combines modelling and experimental data collection to assess the effects of naturally occurring mutations in pea morphology on aphid movement and reproductive rates, and ladybird beetle predation. The responsibilities of the postdoctoral researcher would consist of research coordination (graduate students and undergrad researchers), experimental work (especially greenhouse experiments), data synthesis and modelling (depending on aptitude and interest). Experimental work involves both laboratory and greenhouse experiments, digital photo analysis and spatial stats. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in ecology or other field relevant to the project, as well as strong analytical and statistical skills. Desired additional qualifications include: experience with digital photography and image processing, familiarity with a programming language. Salary = 32k/year with benefits. Send via e-mail (as pdf attachments) a CV, a statement describing your own analytical and statistical background along with interests in future ecological research, and the names of 3 references with their mailing addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail addresses to Kim Cuddington: cuddingtATohio.edu Web: http://oak.cats.ohiou.edu/~cuddingt/ Applications will be accepted until August 31, 2007, or until the position is filled. Ohio University is a Research-Extensive institution, enrolling 19,500 students on the Athens campus and more than 8,000 students on five regional campuses. The College of Arts and Sciences includes 340 tenured and tenure-track faculty members and contains 19 departments, 7 of which offer the doctoral degree. Athens, Ohio lies within the unglaciated Allegheny Plateau Ecoregion. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, mixed-mesophytic forest, and lots of hippies, artisans and organic farmers. Excellent quality of life.
