The New York Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, in the Department of Natural Resources at Cornell University, is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral position to initiate projects on fish and wildlife management using structured approaches to decision making. One project will evaluate the effects of management on white-tailed deer populations and hunter satisfaction (working with Dr. Angela Fuller), and one project will evaluate the response of fish populations to anthropogenic impacts on rivers (working with Dr. William Fisher).
Minimum Requirements: 1. Ph.D. in ecology, fish or wildlife biology, biometrics, or a related field. 2. Strong analytical skills. 3. Demonstrated desire and proven ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals. 4. Strong writing and personal communication skills. Recommended qualifications: Competitive candidates will also have one or more of the following qualifications: have a background in structured decision making and/or adaptive management, previous experience leading a collaborative research project, or skills in modeling, estimation, and optimization. Position length: 1.5 years. Preferred Start Date: Early 2012. To Apply: Please send a curriculum vitae, a letter describing your background and experiences, and the names and contact information for three references to Dr. Angela Fuller, Department of Natural Resources, Cornell University, NY Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, B02 Bruckner Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853, [email protected], (607) 255-2841.
