We are seeking candidates for a postdoctoral research associate position to
study migratory fish in the Great Lakes. This is a joint postdoctoral
position between the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, Illinois and the Center for
Limnology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The selected candidate,
with guidance from both Shedd and UW supervisors, will be responsible for
developing a robust research program of their own design that addresses
Great Lakes migratory fish. A program that involves local stakeholders in
research is preferred. Research is expected to be multifaceted, inform
resource managers, and advance conservation and sustainable management.
The postdoctoral associate will be co-supervised by Dr. Chuck Knapp at Shedd
Aquarium and Dr. Peter McIntyre at the University of Wisconsin. This
dual-mentoring team will help the candidate to focus their research on
important and feasible questions that can guide real-world management.
Mentors will also facilitate other aspects of professional development,
including exposure to the unique cultures of both non-profit and academic
institutions. At Shedd, the associate is expected to communicate to a
general audience via blogs, informal presentations, video, and/or seminars.
The associate is expected to work closely with federal and state management
agencies as well as other non-government organizations, as appropriate.
Research that includes multiple Shedd departments (e.g., Fishes, Animal
Health) and/or a citizen science component is preferred.
Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a recent Ph.D. in biology, ecology, natural resource
management, zoology, or related field. The position requires strong skills
in scientific research, database management, and communication to both the
general public and researchers. Demonstrated excellence in publication and
dissemination of research is expected, and experience with grant writing is
desired. Applicants must have genuine interests in both applied research and
public education, enabling them to make the most of the distinctive
opportunities provided by the non-profit and academic environments. When not
conducting field research, this position requires a minimum of 60% time
spent at Shedd Aquarium.
Position length: up to 3 years with potential for extension
Application deadline: Review of applications begins immediately, and will
continue until filled
Salary: $50,000 per year plus benefits
Research budget: $25,000 per year
To apply, please send a cover letter summarizing your interests and
expertise, a one-page outline of the research that you would like to pursue,
a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. The
research vision is very important; decisions will be based upon a
combination of candidate qualifications and project relevance to Shedd
priorities. All materials should be combined in a single file, and sent to
Tiffany Tuckett ([email protected]). To discuss the specifics of
this position, please contact Dr. Chuck Knapp ([email protected]) and
Dr. Peter McIntyre ([email protected]).
