JOB POSTING: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE QUANTITATIVE WETLAND/AQUATIC ECOLOGIST
University of Maryland, College Park Dept. of Entomology (College of Computer, Mathematical and Physical Sciences) & Chesapeake Biological Laboratory – University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Applications are invited for a Post Doctoral position at the University of Maryland, College Park & Chesapeake Biological Laboratory – University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. This position is available starting September 2011 for a two-year appointment with Drs. Margaret Palmer (stream restoration ecologist) and Lisa Wainger (environmental economist). Position Summary: The researcher will participate in a major synthesis effort on the biophysical and ecological basis of freshwater ecosystem services and be part of an international modeling team that includes natural and social scientists, and water resource managers. The researcher may be based at the University of Maryland, College Park (Dept. of Entomology) or at the Chesapeake Biological Laboratory (Solomons, Maryland). Salary will be commensurate with experience. Minimum Qualifications: · PhD completed in quantitative wetland/aquatic ecology (Applicant with MSc *may* be considered given a record of extensive research and work experience in the essential areas) · Evidence of strong quantitative skills and expertise with statistical or process-based models of watersheds and aquatic systems · Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills Other assets: · Knowledge of Bayesian Belief Networks and/or decision science techniques · GIS and/or database management · Start date: September 2011 Questions about the position should be sent to Dr. Lisa Wainger ([email protected]). Applications should include a cover letter, current CV and contact information for three references. Applications should be submitted in PDF format to: [email protected]. Target date for applications to be received is: May 30th, 2011. -- The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. -- Catherine M. Febria, Ph.D. Assistant Research Scientist | Post-Doctoral Associate Chesapeake Biological Laboratory - University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science email: [email protected] phone: (410) 326-7414 www.umces.edu
