We seek a postdoctoral research associate to participate in a study of savanna dynamics in the southeastern U.S. The postdoctoral research associate will participate in an investigation of the effects of fire-vegetation feedbacks on savanna structure and on transitions between savannas, grasslands, and forests. The project has theoretical and empirical components and we are especially interested in candidates that have interests in both of these areas. The postdoctoral research associate will assume a leading role in the project, working collaboratively with the PI, a collaborating PI, and other members of the lab.
We seek candidates with strong quantitative skills in statistical modeling and/or programming, interest or experience in utilization of remotely sensed data (e.g., satellite imagery) to assess vegetation change, willingness to participate in periodic field work in the Everglades and northern Florida, and evidence of research productivity. The position will be located in the lab of Dr. Brian Beckage (www.uvm.edu/~bbeckage) in the Department of Plant Biology at the University of Vermont (www.uvm.edu), located in Burlington, Vermont. The initial salary will be between $35,000 - $40,000 per year depending on experience and includes health benefits. The initial appointment will be for one year, but can be extended for a second year or longer, dependent on performance and availability of funds. The position is available beginning in January 2011, but there is some flexibility in the start date. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in ecology, environmental science, geography, or other related fields, primary publications in refereed English language journals, fluency in written and spoken English, and the ability to work cooperatively with the PI and other members of the lab. To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, research statement, CV, and contact information for three persons willing to serve as references to Dr. Brian Beckage at [email protected]. Please send these documents in pdf format, with a subject line of 'Postdoctoral Position', and indicate a preferred start date in your cover letter. Please contact Brian Beckage at [email protected] if you have any additional questions regarding this position. Brian Beckage, Ph.D. Associate Professor Department of Plant Biology University of Vermont
