POST-DOC IN PLANT ECOLOGY: A postdoctoral position in plant evolutionary ecology is available at the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Arkansas. The USDA-funded project is evaluating mechanisms by which global change factors interact with population level phenomena to trigger outbreak population dynamics. Of special interest is the introduction and residence of transgenes in naturalized weed populations by way of crop-weed hybridization. The successful applicant will be responsible for extended field work in the northern great plains, greenhouse hybridization trials, and supervision of students. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as ecology or evolutionary biology. Experience in DNA sequencing, microsatellite analysis, phylogenetic and phylogeographic analyses, and plant hybridization and statistics expertise is necessary. Previous work with domesticated plants is desireable. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of extension. The start date is flexible and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, send a c.v., a brief (one page) statement of research goals, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Cynthia Sagers, Department of Biological Sciences, SCEN 601, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701. Electronic submission is preferred: email <csagers at uark dot edu>.
