Post-Doctoral Research Position: Biological Impacts of Dedicated Access Fisheries Programs
The University of Washingtons School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences (SAFS) seeks to hire a post-doctoral research associate to join a team of scientists that is evaluating the biological impacts that follow from the implementation of dedicated access privilege (DAP) fisheries systems. Information about the project can be found at http://fish.washington.edu/research/dap/. Applicant must hold a Ph.D. in ecology, fisheries, biology or a related field, and must have a sound foundation in statistics and quantitative analysis of complex data. The applicant should have a prior background working with marine fisheries conservation and management. The preferred start date is Dec. 1, 2008 or earlier. The duration of this full-time 100% FTE position is 18 months from the start date. Limitation on appointment: Maximum appointment as a Research Associate is within six years after receipt of Ph.D. Candidate must have received Ph.D. within the past four years to qualify for this 18-month position. The individual selected for this position will be housed at SAFS, but will work closely with an international team of principal investigators. The job responsibilities include maintaining databases on fisheries and ecological metrics, conducting outreach to local fisheries professionals, conducting statistical analyses of large data sets, assisting in the planning, implementation of the project, and communicating the project results through oral presentations and peer-reviewed manuscripts. Interested individuals should send a CV and cover letter to Dr. Tim Essington, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dr. Essington can also be contacted by phone at 206-616-3698. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. The University of Washington, a recipient of the 2006 Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility, is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty.
