Research Topic: Assessing landscape scale vulnerability of ecosystem responses to climate change
Employer: Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology, Iowa State University Position Description: Build and apply ecosystem and climate-change vulnerability models for grassland systems in tallgrass prairies as well as montane meadows. Research will require skills integrating remote sensing data, spatial climatology and dynamic landscape vegetation models in a geospatial computational framework. Research will focus on modeling responses of vegetation communities to climate change, but may also include incorporation of species responses. This research is part of a project associated with the North Central Climate Science Center University Consortium. Required Skills: Experience and skills for leading research and synthesis activities in climate modeling. Ph.D. degree in a discipline relevant to research area. Evidence of skills and experience in statistical analysis, ecological theory, and systems modeling. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and/or cooperatively with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students. Evidence of obtaining external funding to support research. Evidence of strong writing and communication skills. The successful candidate will 1) have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with a diverse team of researchers, students, and staff, 2) maintain effective attention to detail, meet deadlines, and prioritize competing demands, and 3) display an aptitude for problem solving and facilitating the work of others. Salary: $42,000/yr plus benefits Application Process: Applications will be considered until the position is filled; however, applicants should submit by 5:00 pm EST, Nov. 5th, 2012, for full consideration. Availability for an in person interview is required. The position is available immediately but the start date will be flexible contingent on the needs of the preferred candidate, ideally starting in January, 2013. The initial appointment is for one year but there is a possibility for extension, contingent upon continued funding. To apply please send the following materials to Dr. Diane Debinski via email to: [email protected] · A cover letter describing your research interests and qualification · Curriculum Vitae · Names and contact information for three references · Relevant publications Iowa State University values diversity and is an AA/EEO employer with an ADVANCE program to enhance the success of women faculty and faculty of color in science and engineering.
