Research Position in West African Wildlife Conservation Ecology at the University of California-Berkeley.
We seek a post-doctoral researcher or experienced project manager to develop and sustain field projects in West Africa. The successful candidate will be based in Ghana for at least 9 months each year and will have significant field experience studying wildlife ecology, management or conservation prior to applying. The candidate will work collaboratively with Ghanaian graduate students and staff as well as graduate students from UC-Berkeley. Our current projects include assessments of the: a) status and distribution of large carnivores, b) cascading impacts of top-carnivore declines, c) population dynamics and behavioral ecology of the olive baboon (P. anubis) and d) spatial and temporal dynamics of bushmeat hunting. Proposed start date: January 2008 (flexible). Salary: $27-35,000 USD annually with full health benefits including dental. Term: one year with possibility of extension. Ghana is a safe and politically stable country. Proficiency in English is sufficient for this position. The successful candidate will be employed through the University of California. Individuals from groups underrepresented in science are encouraged to apply. Applications should include a CV and the names and contact information of three references. Applications or enquiries can be sent to: Prof. Justin Brashares [EMAIL PROTECTED]
