We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to manage the
Environmental Data Center (EDC) for the Toolik Field Station (TFS). The
goal of the EDC is to collect and manage data on key environmental
drivers and biological responders to climate change in the local Toolik
environs. This baseline data is provided to the science community of
Toolik for their use as background and context for framing specific
questions and hypotheses about plant and animal adaptation to the
Arctic, the structure and function of arctic ecosystems, and responses
and feedback of the arctic environment to climate change. Please see
http://www.uaf.edu/toolik/ and http://toolik.alaska.edu/edc/ for more
information. Duties include: (1) Manage the collection of data on plant
phenology and arrival, departure, status and abundance of birds in the
Toolik region, (2) summarize these data, develop protocols, provide
quality assurance and quality control, and provide metadata, (3)
integrate availability of all EDC data (including climate data) with GIS
and web-based server team and make them available to the public via the
EDC website, (4) assist in the further development of the
Biodiversity/phenology program with guidance from TFS management and the
external EDC science advisory committee, (6) manage core and general-use
field and laboratory equipment for TFS scientists and (5) serve as lead
to the TFS EDC climate technician and summer seasonal staff. This
position requires residence at TFS half to three-quarters time from
mid-May through September of each year; otherwise the job location is at
the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The desired candidate will possess:
(1) Familiarity with biological monitoring protocols developed in other
arctic settings, and knowledge of arctic birds, vegetation, and small
mammals and their life history stages, (2) strong written and oral
communication and quantitative skills, (3) self-motivation, independence
and the ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as ability and
willingness to work with site investigators, (4) excellent
organizational and documentation skills, and (5) prior supervisory
experience. Desired qualifications include M.S., B.S. or B.A. in the
Biological Sciences with a background in plant ecology, population
biology of plants or animals, and/or significant experience. For more
information about the position, contact Dr. Syndonia Bret-Harte
<[email protected]>, the supervisor for this position.
This is a full-time position with benefits. To apply, use the following
link: www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=70387. In your
application, include a cover letter, c.v. or resume, and the names,
email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. In
your cover letter, explain how your experience, training, and
professional goals apply to this project, and anything you think will
convince us you are the right person for the job. For full
consideration, you must apply by June 9, 2010.
Person(s) hired by the University of Alaska Fairbanks must comply with
the provisions of the Federal Immigration Reporting and control Act of
1986 and must possess a valid social security card. All Nonresident
Aliens must provide proof of eligibility to work. The University of
Alaska Fairbanks is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action
employer and educational institution. Your application for employment
with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the
Alaska Public Records Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the
application and screening process should contact the Assistant Director
at 474-6259.
UAF is an EO/AA Employer and Educational Institution.
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Dr. M. Syndonia Bret-Harte
Associate Professor of Biology and Wildlife
Associate Science Director, Toolik Field Station
Institute of Arctic Biology
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
PO Box 757000
Fairbanks, AK 99775-7000
907-474-5434
http://users.iab.uaf.edu/~syndonia_bret-harte/CV.html and
http://users.iab.uaf.edu/~syndonia_bret-harte/
email address:<[email protected]>
