This is a part-time, 9-month fixed term position with renewal contingent on obtaining additional extramural funding. The successful candidate will act as a coordinator for the global Forest Ungulate Research Network or FURN. The position is based at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, and under the supervision of Tom Rooney.
The successful candidate will be responsible for producing an evidence-based synthesis of herbivore-forest literature for managers and policy makers; developing a preliminary list of research gaps that could be filled by transnational cooperative studies, linked with FURN members willing to participate in such studies; producing at least one major grant application to support FURNs continued work; collaboration with FURN and others to develop a web site with the current state of knowledge about forest ungulate research; solicitation of future funding to support this research and additional synthesis and science delivery efforts. The successful candidate will also complete an Individual Development Plan at the time of appointment. The purpose of this IDP is to clarify expectations and and aid in professional development. To apply, visit jobs.wright.edu (Job Code 10P015). You will need to provide a CV, three letters of recommendation, and a contact phone number.
