*Quantitative ecologist*: We seek a postdoctoral researcher to predict
changes in suitable habitat for sea turtle species nesting in the
southeastern US, using a biophysical niche modeling approach. The
researcher will integrate existing future SLR and storm surge models,
urban growth models, and landscape change with predicted coastal nesting
species distributions under climate change to assess future sea turtle
nesting habitat vulnerability across southeastern coastal National
Parks. Experience with correlative niche models, biophysical niche
models, GIS, and statistical modeling desired. A PhD is required as well
as mathematical and programming skills. The candidate should be able to
work both independently and collaboratively with the principal
investigators and NPS stakeholders. The postdoctoral researcher will be
based at the University of Central Florida, as a part of the UCF
Preeminent Postdoctoral Program (P^3 ), and will work under the
direction of Drs. Betsy von Holle and John Weishampel. The researcher
will be expected to prepare results for peer reviewed journals as well
as reports. There is the potential for novel, related project ideas to
be developed, using the existing datasets and models. Appointment: Two
years, contingent upon performance. Salary is $50K a year, plus
benefits. As part of the P^3 award, the postdoc will receive an
additional $5K for professional development or to supplement research
activities. To apply: Please send letter of interest including related
skills, CV, contact information for three references in a single pdf to
Betsy von Holle (vonho...@ucf.edu) Please include “Quantitative
ecologist” in the email subject heading. Review of applications will
begin 10/1/2017 and continue until the position is filled.
