Postdoctoral Position Department of Biological Sciences Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA
A postdoctoral position in Disease Ecology is available to work in the Elderd lab <www.lsu.edu/faculty/elderd/> at Louisiana State University (LSU), Department of Biological Sciences. The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for investigating the effects of global climate change on host-pathogen dynamics using both field and theoretical modeling approaches. The individual will also be responsible for writing grants and preparing manuscripts based on the research. Additional opportunities exist to explore the effects of tri-trophic interactions on disease dynamics as well as using Bayesian methods to model epidemic and epizootic outbreaks. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience in both empirical and theoretical ecology. Individuals need to have a Ph.D. in ecology or relevant field in order to apply. The position is available for one-year with the possibility of extension. Apply online and view a more detailed ad at: <http://www.lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu> Position #033853. Interested individuals will need to upload the following: Cover Letter, CV, and contact information for three references. The application deadline is November 30th but the position will be open until filled. For more information on the department and Baton Rouge, LA, please see the department website: <http://www.biology.lsu.edu/>.
