I am seeking a postdoctoral research associate to collaborate on theoretical projects investigating the population dynamics of species interactions, of structured populations (demography), or both. Ideally, the postdoc would help to develop questions of mutual interest; potential research areas include competition between herbivores or mutualists and resource-mutualist interactions (see example publications below). Independence, motivation, thoughtfulness, and effective communication skills are essential. Strong quantitative skills are required, and prior experience with mathematical and/or computational models is highly desirable. NSF-supported salary is available for one year, and is renewable for a second year given satisfactory progress. The position will be based at Duke University (where I will be moving this summer), and includes standard benefits. To apply, please send a CV, contact information for at least 2 references, and a letter of interest clearly describing 1) potential directions for this position, 2) their intersection with previous research experience, 3) long-term research and/or career goals, and 4) desired start date.
Interested individuals should contact Charlotte Lee at Florida State University (ctlee at bio dot fsu dot edu). I will also be at the 2013 Ecological Society of America meeting in Minneapolis and available early in the week to meet with potential candidates. Lee, CT, TEX Miller, and BD Inouye. 2011. Consumer effects on the vital rates of their resource can determine the outcome of competition between consumers. The American Naturalist 178:452-463. Lee, CT, and BD Inouye. 2010. Mutualism between consumers and their shared resource can promote competitive coexistence. The American Naturalist 175: 277–288
