Postdoctoral Researcher in Functional Plant
Community Ecology
LABORATORY OF FUNCTIONAL PLANT ECOLOGY
(Head Jan Lep), Faculty of Science, University of South Bohemia, Èeské
Budìjovice, Czech Republic is seeking a highly
motivated, cooperative and productive
postdoctoral researcher to join our team studying
mechanisms of species coexistence, plant-plant
relationships, functional diversity, species
traits relationships and developing corresponding methods
of data analysis. Please, consult
http://botanika.prf.jcu.cz/suspa/ for more information about the
working group.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful applicant will participate in
ecological, statistical, and phylogenetic analyses of our
data sets from ongoing experiments and projects.
In addition, s/he will be able to develop an
independent project, using our permanent field
sites. S/he will also mentor advanced students and will
prepare a course for advanced students.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS
Essential
- Ph.D. in ecology, botany or related field (not older than March 30, 2008)
- Proven ability to develop, implement and
publish interesting research projects
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Proficiency in statistical and other analysis of data
Desirable
- Knowledge of phylogenetic methods, particularly
those relevant to community ecology
- Experience with analysis of species traits in (plant) community ecology
- Ability to work in the field
SALARY The salary is 600,000 CZK (Czech Crowns,
ca Euro 26,000) per annum. The appointment
is for 34 months.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE For informal enquiries and
application, email your CV (including
list of publications), names and e-mails of three
references, and a cover letter stating your previous
work, qualification and motivation to Prof. Jan
Lep at [email protected]. (between April 28 and May
13, please, contact Francesco de Bello at
[email protected]). Attach pdf of two of your best papers,
and copy of your diploma. Please, state Postdoc
in the subject of your e-mail.
APPLICATION DEADLINE AND STARTING DATE
Apply before May 31, 2012. The successful
applicant is expected to start on 1st September 2012 in
Èeské Budìjovice, Czech Republic.
