(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position. Continuation will be dependent on funding, job performance, and continued need for the appointment.) WORK LOCATION: School of Renewable Natural Resources, LSU Ag Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana POSITION DESCRIPTION: A multi-investigator team based at LSU AgCenter is seeking a Postdoctoral Investigator for a two (2) year project on dynamic energy budget (DEB) modeling of eastern oysters in the Gulf of Mexico. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Ecology or related field and experience with DEB models. The ideal candidate will have well-developed skills in DEB modeling with a background in marine ecology, shellfish physiology, or estuarine ecology. Competitive candidates will be capable of participating in the conceptual development of the models, lead in collation and analysis of data required for modeling effort, code models, and should have a strong publication record and a desire to work in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will be involved in several on-going projects involving DEB modeling of the eastern oyster, and working with collaborators on coupled hydrodynamic-DEB models. The overarching goal of this research program is to parameterize and refine a DEB model explicitly for the gulf coast eastern oyster population which will allow prediction of oyster growth under predicted climate change scenarios. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must hold a PhD. in biological sciences or a related field. Applicant must possess experience in some, or preferably all, of the following (1) demonstrated ability working with DEB models, (2) experience working with MATLAB and other programming languages, (3) motivation and initiative to work with little supervision, (4) evidence of creativity and ability to identify areas for further investigation, and (5) experience working in the field and collecting field and laboratory data. Ability to work independently, create work plans, meet deadlines, and collaborate as part of a team critical. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31, 2014 or until suitable candidate is located. DATE AVAILABLE: Upon completion of interview process. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/ by attaching cover letter with detailed resume, transcripts, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to: Dr. Megan La Peyre 124A Renewable Natural Resources Building; Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Baton Rouge, LA 70803-6202 Phone: (225) 578-4180 Email: [email protected] Web site: www.lsuagcenter.com
