The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences at Virginia Tech is accepting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate. Research will focus on the reproductive effects of bioaccumulative trace elements in turtles. The position will involve documentation of the spatial and temporal extent of contamination from the fly ash spill in Kingston, TN using nondestructive sampling of adult turtles, and studies of maternal transfer and its potential influence on embryonic development. The incumbent will be responsible for interfacing with multiple scientists and stakeholders and playing a leadership role within a large interdisciplinary research team. The incumbent will be expected to submit manuscripts based on the research to peer-reviewed journals and to produce periodic summaries and reports for presentation of results. The incumbent will also be responsible for mentoring current graduate students in the lab and enhancing their current research projects through collaboration. ****
** ** Minimum Qualifications include a Ph.D. in ecology, ecotoxicology, developmental biology, or related field; a strong background in organismal biology; demonstrated experience working with animals in the field; excellent organizational and writing skills and an exemplary publication record; demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team; ability to work under limited supervision. **** ** ** Preferred Qualifications include knowledge of herpetofauna of the eastern U.S.; knowledge of pollution or related conservation issues; experience with both parametric and nonparametric forms of data analysis; experience with watercraft; experience with database management using both Microsoft Access and Excel spread sheets; experience interfacing with state and federal agencies. **** ** ** To apply, please visit www.jobs.vt.edu, and search for posting #0110984; position #114067. Include with the faculty application a cover letter, resume, and list of contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with an anticipated start date before February 2012 (negotiable). Additional Questions, Contact Dr. William Hopkins [email protected]
