NOAA Fisheries Northwest Fisheries Science Center (Seattle, WA) is
seeking a Postdoctoral fellow to investigate impacts on non-indigenous
species on Pacific Northwest salmonids.
BACKGROUND: Non-indigenous species (NIS) are considered one of the top
threats to ecosystems worldwide. Their perceived detriment is rivaled
only by the impact of habitat loss and alteration. The rate of NIS
introductions has grown with human advances in technology and trade;
consequently, concern over the effects of introduced invasive species
has grown over the past few decades. Invasion by NIS can have both
economic and ecological impacts, as well as adversely affect human
health. It is estimated that cumulative economic costs from damage
caused by NIS in the U.S. alone exceeds 250 billion USD.
One of the greatest challenges in trying to manage NIS results from
conflicts that occur when their presence impacts endangered species.
The Pacific Northwest is home to 110 federally threatened or endangered
species, and the majority of these ESA-listed fauna are fishes,
including salmonids. Questions remain as to what are the consequences
and impacts of NIS on Pacific Northwest flora, fauna, and ecosystems.
What are the vectors of NIS introductions? What is the susceptibility
of land and sea-scapes to invasion of NIS? What are the best management
strategies for controlling NIS and their impacts on threatened and
endangered species? This position will focus on NIS impacts on
salmonids and their ecosystems, emphasizing the role that popular
recreational game fishes play in these ecosystems (bass, walleye,
channel catfish, etc.).
FELLOWSHIP DETAILS: The post doctoral fellowship is offered through the National Research Council and will be located in Seattle, WA at the Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NOAA Fisheries).
Funding is for 1 year with a possible second year. Interested candidates must apply through the National Research Council's program. Proposal deadline is November 1, 2008. Position will begin shortly after
the proposal review process is complete.
WEBLINKS:
http://www7.nationalacademies.org/rap/
http://www.nwfsc.noaa.gov/
CONTACT: Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Beth Sanderson
at [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
