A post-doctoral opening is available in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy and Management at the University of California, Berkeley, in statistical methods for analyzing wildlife monitoring data, beginning January, 2011, or later. The successful candidate will develop hierarchical models for synthesizing multiple types of population data, such as mark-recapture, camera-trap and occupancy data and will use simulations to evaluate and compare analysis methods. Requirements for the position include (1) a Ph.D. in ecology or statistics or related field, (2) demonstrated experience with relevant methods such as mark-recapture models, occupancy models, hierarchical models, and/or Markov chain Monte Carlo, and (3) demonstrated computer programming experience. Ecologists with strong mathematical skills and statisticians interested in gaining experience with ecological applications are especially encouraged to apply. The research will be relevant to the Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Project. The position is funded at a competitive salary ($39,636 - $43,500 or commensurate with experience) for one year, with the possibility that we will seek additional funding.
Applications (cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references) should be sent by e-mail to Dr. Perry de Valpine, [email protected], Dept. Environmental Science, Policy and Management, 137 Mulford Hall, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3114. Review of applications will begin September 15, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants should ask referees to review the UC Berkeley Statement of Confidentially found at:http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html
