Postdoctoral position available A postdoctoral research scholar position is available to work with Dr. Amy Dunham (Rice University) on a project aimed at exploring how the temporal interactions between vertebrate seed dispersers and their host plants may have important consequences for the spatial patterns of dispersal within a community. The work will be focused on Madagascar’s southeastern rainforest combining observational, empirical and modeling approaches.
Applicants should have a PhD in ecology or related field with research experience in plant ecology and/or seed dispersal ecology. Desired qualifications include demonstrated independent thinking, a strong quantitative and modeling background and grounding in population and community ecology. Some verbal command of French is preferred but not required. While there are some targeted research objectives, the position offers much opportunity for intellectual contribution by the post doc. These include potential for postdoc-led side projects, first authorship on manuscripts, and co-authoring grant proposal submissions. This appointment is initially for one year, renewable for a second year based on performance. Renewal beyond the second year is contingent upon performance and acquisition of funding. The position will be based at Rice University with time spent in field excursions to Madagascar. The start date is flexible but can begin as early as August 15th, 2013. Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document, including a cover letter, CV and the names and addresses of three referees, by email with the subject heading “postdoc application” to Dr. Amy Dunham, Dept. of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (aed4 at rice.edu). Screening of applications will begin no sooner than July 9, 2013. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
