Position: Associate Fisheries Ecologist, Kaskaskia and Ridge Lake Biological Stations, Illinois Natural History Survey, Sullivan, IL
Employer: University of Illinois/Illinois Natural History Survey Job Description: Successful candidate will contribute to the research program, administration and supervision of staff of the Kaskaskia Biological Station. Ecologist will coordinate all aspects of research design, data collection, analysis, presentation, and publication in the areas of fish ecology and management. Emphasized areas of research include predator-prey relationships, trophic ecology, foraging behavior, bioenergetics, and reproductive ecology. Responsible for new research initiatives as well as continuing studies evaluating population ecology of crappie, largemouth bass, and invasive Asian carp. Individual will be part of an interactive research group including faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, research biologists, and full- and part-time research assistants. Qualifications: M.S. in fisheries, zoology, ecology or related must be completed by date of hire. A minimum of 2 years laboratory and field experience collecting data, utilizing standard protocols, and with working on aquatic issues. Experience in supervising staff and planning research activities are required. Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage large data sets and present results at scientific meetings and in published articles in reputable journals. Salary: $38,000-$48,000/year Available: Date flexible Application: For full consideration, applications should be received by 1/31/17 but position will remain open until filled. To apply, candidates must submit an online profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu <https://jobs.illinois.edu/> by the close of the posting period. Qualified candidates must upload a cover letter detailing qualifications and skills; curriculum vitae; working email address; college transcripts; and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Incomplete information will not be reviewed. Applications may be reviewed prior to closing. For full details, please visit http://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board <http://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board> Direct technical questions to Dr. David Wahl, 217-728-4400, [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>. The U of I is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled www.inclusiveillinois.edu <http://www.inclusiveillinois.edu/>
