Two-year Postdoctoral opportunity studying Pollinator Conservation
with Sheila R. Colla (Faculty of Environmental Studies, York
University, Toronto, ON, Canada) and Wildlife Preservation Canada.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: We anticipate hiring a postdoctoral researcher
for a Mitacs-funded project focusing on the conservation of at-risk
pollinator species in southern Ontario. The project aims to develop
effective and evidence-based conservation tools and techniques for
bumble bee and/or lepidopteran species assessed as at-risk of
extinction by the IUCN Redlist or COSEWIC. Species with extant or
historical populations occurring on or near agricultural landscapes
in southern Ontario will be prioritized. Exact research questions
will be further developed with candidate but may include topics such
as wildlife corridors, ecosystem services, citizen science (using
BumbleBeeWatch.org) and/or species reintroduction. This project will
involve various stakeholder groups and partners including landowners,
ENGOs, naturalist groups, government biologists and policymakers and
is suitable for a candidate interested in interdisciplinary wildlife
management training.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in ecology or related field. Training in the
area of endangered species management, insect taxonomy or pollination
is preferred, but not required. Ability to work independently,
supervise undergraduates and communicate effectively are essential.
Candidates must have received their PhD no more than 5 years before
the start date (although exceptions may be made for medical or
parental leave). This call is open to Canadian citizens, permanent
residents and internationals.
START DATE: Start date in 2016 TBD. Salary $40,000-50,000 Cdn +
benefits, pending successful funding application. The initial
appointment will be for one year, with extension to a second year
anticipated, contingent upon satisfactory progress.
ACADEMIC SETTING: York University
(<http://about.yorku.ca/>http://about.yorku.ca/) is one of Canada's
largest post-secondary institutions. York University has particular
strengths in pollinator research including taxonomy, molecular
ecology, sociobiology and applied conservation. The Faculty of
Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary faculty bringing
together research components from natural science, social science,
and humanities. The university is situated in southern Ontario which
contains the main offices of many Canadian NGOs as well as other
academic institutions. Wildlife Preservation Canada is an ENGO
working to conserve species at-risk of extinction using hands-on
recovery practices.
For additional information, please email Sheila Colla
(<mailto:[email protected]>[email protected]). Interested candidates
should email <mailto:[email protected]>[email protected] a single PDF
including: (1) Cover letter indicating relevant experience, research
interests and career goals (2) CV (3) Names and contact information
for three references. Review of applications will begin on Sept 10th
2015 and will continue until the position is filled.
For more information on labs and research programs, please visit the
following links:
Sheila R. Colla
<http://fes.yorku.ca/faculty/fulltime/profile/501144>fes.yorku.ca/faculty/fulltime/profile/501144
Wildlife Preservation Canada
<http://wildlifepreservation.ca/>http://wildlifepreservation.ca/
Faculty of Environmental Studies, York University
<http://fes.yorku.ca/>http://fes.yorku.ca/
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Sheila R. Colla, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Environmental Studies, York University
Liber Ero Fellow
Website: <http://www.savethebumblebees.com>www.savethebumblebees.com
