Researcher II: The Department of Plant Biology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites applicants for a grant-funded 12-month position in peatland ecology, renewable with availability of funding. The applicant will be a part of several projects in oil sands environmental monitoring, wetland reclamation, and vegetation assessment in boreal Alberta, Canada. Duties may include 1) field measurement of ecological parameters; 2) laboratory analyses of peat, plant, and soil samples; 3) writing of annual reports and manuscripts for publication; and 4) overseeing undergraduate student workers.
Required qualifications are a Bachelor of Science degree in the biological or environmental sciences and a valid driver’s license and passport. Expertise in one or more of the following is preferred: 1) GIS, 2) knowledge of wetland plant identification, 3) experience with statistical analysis, 4) maintaining large data sets, 5) working in wetlands and remote areas, 6) working in reclamation of disturbed systems, 7) ecological field experience (1-2 years minimum). Position begins as soon as possible. Application deadline is January 30, 2019 or until filled. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Dr. Dale H. Vitt, Department of Plant Biology, 1125 Lincoln Drive, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901 or to dv...@siu.edu<mailto:dv...@siu.edu>. SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
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