Position Description: We are recruiting a post-doctoral associate to lead a study investigating the long-term effects of bald eagle recovery on avian populations in Voyageurs National Park (VNP). The primary objectives of the project are: 1) quantify the trophic impacts of recovering eagle populations, 2) evaluate the relative influence of top- down, bottom-up, and management factors on avian populations, 3) simulate the impact of management actions and success within the context of future climate change, and 4) provide recommendations for the National Park Service for monitoring protocols and management. The post- doc will have access to numerous long- and short-term datasets on avian demography from VNP and the freedom to develop research questions within the broader objectives of the project. The position will be funded for 3 years. The postdoc will be advised by Drs. Benjamin Zuckerberg, Shawn Crimmins (University of Wisconsin), Wayne Thogmartin (USGS), and Steve Windels (NPS). The position will be hosted at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Qualifications: Excellent quantitative skills (demographic modeling, population modeling, Bayesian estimation procedures, etc.) are required. Previous experience developing demographic models, population viability analysis, and working with spatial databases (climate, land cover) is highly beneficial. The candidate should have demonstrable ability to produce quality manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and have experience working with agency personnel and in collaborative research environments. Salary: $41-43,000/year plus health insurance Start Date: May 2016 (negotiable) Last Date to Apply: February 29, 2016 To apply: please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Benjamin Zuckerberg (bzuckerberg 'at' wisc.edu) as a single PDF document. Contact Information: Dr. Benjamin Zuckerberg (University of Wisconsin): bzuckerberg ’at’ wisc.edu. http://labs.russell.wisc.edu/zuckerberg/
