Postdoctoral Research Associate position in
Pollination Ecology University of Florida
Employing unit: Florida Museum of Natural History
Start date: October 1, 2011
Duration: The position is full-time fixed term for two years.
Post type: Postdoctoral Research Associate, full-time, fixed-term
Pay Rate: $32,000-$32,960 per year (2 years)
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated
Postdoctoral Researcher to coordinate large-scale
field experiments assessing the role of various
roadside vegetation management practices (mowing
frequency, wildflower augmentation) for enhancing
habitat and floral resources for insect
pollinators. The successful applicant will be
responsible for developing and analyzing a
dataset of pollinator diversity resulting from
insect surveys undertaken in north-central Florida.
The position will begin as soon as a qualified
applicant is found and is available for a two
year period. Qualifications: a Ph.D. in ecology,
entomology, or a related field; demonstrated
expertise in collecting field data and managing
large field research projects; excellent
organizational skills; and strong data analysis
and writing skills. Preference will be given to
applicants with prior experience working with
native bees or pollination biology. Taxonomic
knowledge of both pollinators (especially native
bees) and plants is desired. Landscape ecology,
GIS and modeling skills would be welcomed but are not essential.
The post will report directly to the project
Principal Investigator, Dr. Jaret Daniels, and
will receive general guidance and training from
him and the other Principal Investigator Dr.
Delano Lewis. The successful applicant must be
self-motivated and able to work independently and
on their own initiative, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
To ensure full consideration please apply online
at http://jobs.ufl.edu (requisition # 0809126.).
The application should include: (1) cover letter,
(2) curriculum vitae with the names and contact
information of three (3) references. Any
questions regarding this position may be directed
via email to Dr. Jaret C. Daniels, Florida Museum
of Natural History, University of Florida ([email protected]).
