Quantitative Ecologist Position: Applications are invited for a quantitative ecologist position with the USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station, in Wenatchee, Washington.
The successful candidate will work with research scientists at the Wenatchee Forestry Sciences Lab to develop study plans, obtain research funding, analyze datasets, and report research results in the fields of forest ecology, fire ecology, and landscape ecology. Current areas of active research include: 1) post-fire rehabilitation and restoration in dry forest ecosystems; 2) use of prescribed fire and mechanical treatments for reducing fuels and altering vegetation structure in dry forests; 3) reconstructing historical fire regimes, and 4) forest responses to climatic variability and climatic change. This position may be filled at the masters or doctoral level, with greater emphasis on research synthesis and publication expected at the doctoral level. The successful candidate will be well-versed in the principles of forest and fire ecology, and proficient in statistical analysis of ecological data, GIS analysis of spatial data, and management of large datasets. Strong oral and written communication skills are also required. Knowledge of advanced statistical methods, demonstrated success publishing research results in scientific journals, and prior experience in dendrochronology are preferred, but not required. See the vacancy announcement on USAJOBS for minimum education and experience requirements. This position is funded for an initial period of 13 months, but may be extended for up to four years, depending on performance and availability of funding. The preferred starting date is August or September of 2006. Starting salary is expected to be $42,955 per year, plus benefits. To apply, visit USAJOBS (www.usajobs.opm.gov), search for vacancy announcement number ADS06-PNW-MDR-491D, and follow the link to apply through Avue Digital Services (ADS). Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dave Peterson ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). David W. Peterson Research Forester, USDA Forest Service Forestry Sciences Laboratory 1133 N. Western Avenue Wenatchee, WA 98801 Phone: 509-664-1727 FAX: 509-665-8362 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
