Description The Tropical Ecology Assessment and Monitoring (TEAM) Network seeks a postdoctoral associate with strong interest in tropical landscapes to work collaboratively with TEAM Network partners to synthesize satellite imagery and GIS data and to conduct research and analyses on historical patterns of land cover and climate change (e.g., land use, fire, population density, infrastructure, temperature, precipitation) at several TEAM Network sites. The objective of his/her work will be to advance understanding of the implications of historical, present and future patterns of land cover and climate change on tropical forest biodiversity and community composition.
Requirements for this position are 1) a strong background in landscape ecology with preferred emphasis in tropical landscapes/rainforests, 2) advanced skills in remote sensing, GIS, and programming for spatial analysis and large data set processing, 3) demonstrated experience in one or more major programming/scripting languages, 4) ability to gather, process and analyze satellite imagery and GIS layers of various types, 5) ability to work collaboratively with others as well as independently, and 5) demonstrated ability to plan and write manuscripts and follow through to the publication stage. The individual in this position is expected to develop at least two analysis papers using Network-wide data to be published in high impact journals in collaboration with other scientists across the TEAM Network, in particular with TEAMs Technical Committee members (Technical Liaisons, Technical Director) and other field-based TEAM scientists across the Network. The position will be based at an institution to be determined. One year of funding is secured for this position with a possible one-year renewal. For more information or to apply, go to: http://tbe.taleo.net/CH08/ats/careers/requisition.jsp? org=CONSERVATION&cws=1&rid=389
