Seeking a Conservation Biologist with interests and experience in Conservation Education and Attitudes to join our research group at the College of Forestry, Guangxi University, China (http://ecologyguangxiforestry.weebly.com/). Or lab group has interests ranging from the behavioral and community ecology of animals to conservation biology. We see exciting opportunities to study the relationship of socio-economic factors to conservation biology in Asia, and are seeking a talented, self-motivated and collaborative team-member. In particular, we hope to understand the influence of the capacity of institutions (higher education, NGOs) on conservation awareness in East/Southeast/South Asia; our proximity in Guangxi to Southeast Asia and the connections of PI Eben Goodale to South Asia will help in this endeavor. We seek someone with professional training in the social sciences, and with experience in the analysis of economic data and the administration of questionnaires that measure conservation attitudes. This person will have a demonstrated publication track record, strong personal skills that will foster collaborations across this region, and an openness to interacting with people from diverse backgrounds. Although research will be focus of the position, there will be opportunities to supervise undergraduate and graduate students, and a manageable level of teaching (one to two courses per year). All academic work will be in English, but an openness to learning Chinese language and culture is appreciated. Both Chinese citizens and foreigners welcome to apply; for Chinese citizens, the normal recruitment process to the university system will apply; foreigners will generally be offered a 5-year contract. Please send a cover letter discussing how your experience makes you a good candidate for this position, a CV, pdf copies of three publications, and addresses of three references to [email protected], with the subject “Conservation Biology Recruitment”.
