Postdoctoral Position in Invasive Plant Ecology Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA
The Virginia Tech Invasive Plant Ecology lab is seeking a highly motivated and qualified postdoctoral scholar for a two-year funded position. The successful candidate will develop empirical studies and statistical models relating phenotypic variation with genetic structure of johnsongrass (Sorghum halepense), one of the world’s worst weeds. We have amassed a large germplasm collection from across the US to test for rapid evolution, phenotypic and genetic diversity, and local adaptation. The candidate will also interact with collaborator Andrew Paterson at the University of Georgia. In addition to this project, the candidate will be expected to develop their own research program that complements ongoing work in the Barney lab ( http://www.ppws.vt.edu/~jnbarney/index.html). We work in a range of systems in the Southeastern US on a broad range of projects from the leaf level to large field studies, GIS and statistical models, and computer simulation models. The candidate should submit their research interests and potential projects with their application. We are especially interested in expanding our program in advanced statistical modeling and computer simulation models (but this is not required). Blacksburg, VA is an excellent location for the nature lover, and always ranks in the Top 10 US locations for outdoor recreation, as well as for best locations to raise a family. PhD in ecology, weed science, or related field required by start date. Experience in experimental design, statistical analyses, and invasion ecology preferred. Start date: as soon as the candidate is available. Salary and benefits are competitive. Please send a CV, research interests and goals (i.e., what do you want to work on during this postdoc?), and contact information for three (3) references as a single pdf file to Jacob Barney ([email protected]; 540-231-6323). __________________________________________ Jacob Barney, PhD Assistant Professor of Invasive Plant Ecology Department of Plant Pathology, Physiology, and Weed Science Virginia Tech 435 Old Glade Rd (0330) Blacksburg, VA 24061 Office: 540-231-6323 www.ppws.vt.edu/~jnbarney
