POST DOCTORAL FELLOW Climate Change and Rangeland Ecology Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management Oklahoma State University Stillwater, OK
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management at Oklahoma State University has Post-Doctoral funding for an individual interested in the impact of climate change on rangeland ecology. This could include aspects of ecohydrology, fire effects, or landscape ecology. The successful applicant will work with existing datasets in one of the three areas mentioned above, and develop new projects on climate change impacts on terrestrial vegetation. The individual will also consult with Landscape Conservation Cooperatives to develop collaborative projects. REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should have a doctoral degree in Rangeland Ecology, Forest Ecology, or a related discipline by the time of starting the position. Experience with either ecohydrology, fire ecology, or landscape analysis in shrubland or forested land is essential. The project will be based in Stillwater, OK, and require some travel in the region. Fluency in English and a valid driving license are required. SALARY AND CONDITIONS: The position will be available July 1, 2012. Salary will be commensurate with experience within the range of $40,000 and $45,000 per year. The duration of the position is 2 years. Natural Resource Ecology and Management at Oklahoma State University is a dynamic department with 29 faculty members and a strong program of research, education, and extension. The position offers abundant opportunity to interact campus-wide with scientists working in ecology-related disciplines. APPLICATION/CONTACT INFORMATION: Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references in a single pdf-file to [email protected]. The CV should contain a list of publications and information describing relevant skills and experience. Review of applications will begin by July 1, 2012 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Dr. M. Keith Owens; OSU Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management, 008C Agricultural Hall, Stillwater, OK 74078-6013, phone 405.744.5438, email [email protected]. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Applicants will be considered without discrimination for any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran. Oklahoma State University and the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to multicultural diversity. Oklahoma State University employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. OSU participates in E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all employees pursuant to the Oklahoma Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act.
