Postdoctoral Position in Disease Ecology Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT A postdoctoral research position is available on an NSF-funded project at the interface of disease ecology, community ecology and ecological immunology. The study focuses on immunologically-mediated interactions between gastrointestinal nematodes and bovine tuberculosis in African buffalo. Specifically, the project will use a combination of field and captive studies, mathematical modeling and comparative analysis to examine individual-level patterns of co-infection, population dynamics of both parasites, and implications of co-infection for cross-population and cross- species patterns of disease. The postdoc will be involved in field, lab, analysis and writing components of the project. A substantial dataset already exists, and the postdoc will be encouraged to develop novel analyses and projects that dovetail with the overarching research goals. The field component of the project will be based in South Africa at Hluhluwe-iMfolozi and Kruger National Parks.
The preferred applicant will have expertise in ecological immunology and/or disease ecology, as well excellent communication, writing, quantitative and organizational skills. Interested candidates should have a Ph.D. in ecology or a related field by the start date. The position is available for 1 to 3 years, beginning as early as March 1, 2008. For additional information or to apply, please contact Dr. Vanessa Ezenwa ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). Applications should include a cover letter and CV, including the names and contact information of three references. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.
