Post doctoral scientists with a deep understanding and keen interest in parasite host dynamics, population dynamics, epidemiology and evolution are invited to apply for a research position working closely with Peter Hudson and a group of post doctoral workers at the Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics (CIDD) www.cidd.psu.edu at Penn State University, USA, initially for one year but then for 2 or more years.
The candidate will be expected to work on parasite community interactions and transmission dynamics using existing field-data collated databases, (e.g. long time series of grouse, rodents and fish hosts and their parasite community), but also to develop their own field research project in the area of disease dynamics, parasitology. Candidates are asked to submit their CV including the names of 2 referees and a brief outline (maximum one page) of their research interests. Desirable skills include: - Strong quantitative and analytical skills - Modeling skills - Database management and team work - Knowledge of experimental design - Field skills The successful candidate will join a research group consisting currently of several advanced research staff, post-docs, PhD and MSc-students. Research projects within CIDD have a strong emphasis on inter-disciplinary collaboration and interactions with other CIDD researchers are strongly encouraged. Salaries will follow the schemes of Penn State University. The start date is as soon as possible. Applicants should send (by email) a brief outline of research interests and a CV including a list of publications to Peter Hudson by March 1st 2009: Peter Hudson – [email protected] Peter Hudson FRS Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics 208 Mueller Penn State University State College PA 16803, USA Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce
