Postdoctoral position in predator-prey dynamics Department of Biological Sciences, Ohio University
A postdoctoral position is available from Jan. 1, 2007 for 6 months (with a possibility of extension) to contribute to a larger project examining the effect of plant morphology on insect predator-prey dynamics. Research in Dr. Cuddington's lab at Ohio University includes both laboratory and greenhouse experiments to assess the effects of naturally occurring mutations in pea morphology, aphid movement and reproductive rates, and ladybird beetle predation and movement rates on population densities. The responsibilities of the postdoctoral researcher would consist of research coordination (graduate students and undergrad researchers), experimental work (especially greenhouse experiments and filming of ladybug movement paths), data synthesis and modelling (depending on aptitude and interest). Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in ecology or other field relevant to the project by Jan 1, 2007, as well as strong analytical and statistical skills. Desired additional qualifications include: experience with digital photography and image processing, familiarity with programming language or matlab. Only US or Canadian citizens can be considered. Salary = 35k/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 Nov 30, 2007, or until the position is filled.
