Postdoctoral ecologist – USDA, Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station (RMRS) at Montana State University (MSU), Bozeman, MT
Duties: Analyze large-scale studies of disturbance and forest management (e.g., fire, bark beetles, and salvage logging) on wildlife populations (mainly birds), develop and advise on occupancy monitoring of focal species on National Forests, assist/collaborate with RMRS and MSU faculty and students on statistical analyses of avian demographic data, manuscript preparation and publication, oral presentations at workshops and scientific meetings, development of study designs, and supervision of field operations. Qualifications: (1) a Ph.D. in ecology, wildlife, biostatistics, or a related field within the last 4 years; (2) excellent quantitative skills; (3) a demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals; and (4) strong motivation to work independently as well as in a team. Must have proficiency in application of recent analysis methods related to occupancy, demography, and habitat relationships. Preferred skills include: familiarity with R statistical software, computer modeling, GIS, and remote sensing. Exposure to Bayesian methods is also helpful. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Successful applicant will be an employee of RMRS with benefits. The RMRS is committed to developing a skilled work force that is diverse in disciplinary training, gender, age, and cultural, racial and ethnic origin. Salary range is $57,000 - $67,000 (GS-11/12), depending on experience. Please send CV, cover letter, and copies of your 3 best publications to [email protected]. Include brief statements in your cover letter describing your experience with different types of statistical analyses.
