University of Connecticut - University Postdoctoral Fellow
The Schlichting lab in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a University Postdoctoral Fellow on an NSF-funded project investigating an evolutionary radiation in the plant genus Pelargonium. The successful applicant will be part of a large team that is investigating functional trait evolution in the context of the characteristics of communities in which these species occur ( http://tinyurl.com/3jtz759 ). The successful applicant will be responsible for phylogenetic reconstructions of morphological traits and trait correlations and will collaborate on other projects related to evolution of phenotypes and plasticity in Pelargonium. Short term travel to the Greater Cape Floristic Region of South Africa will be required. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in biology or a closely related field; expertise in phylogenetic comparative methods and implementation of packages investigating character state evolution (e.g., ape, GEIGER, phytools, picante); and expertise in the statistical package R. Preferred Qualifications: Publications in phylogenetic comparative methods. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This position is funded for one year. Continuation of this position may be possible for an additional year if performance is satisfactory and funding is available. The position can start as soon as 1 October 2014. Interested applicants should apply online using Husky Hire at www.jobs.uconn.edu<http://www.jobs.uconn.edu/>. Applications should include a letter of interest, a brief statement (1-2 pages) summarizing previous scientific work and experience, a curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of up to three individuals able to evaluate the applicant’s qualifications for the position. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2014. Inquiries may be addressed to Carl Schlichting at: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.
