Position: The University of Minnesota, Department of Forest Resources is seeking a researcher (Researcher 6) to model the distribution and density of invasive plant species across Minnesota. This individual will lead research efforts with a team of scientists and managers from the University of Minnesota Department of Forest Resources, University of Minnesota Extension, and MN Department of Agriculture to develop species distribution models for 12 invasive plants across Minnesota. The results of this work will be used to conduct economic analyses of invasive species across Minnesota. The position is available immediately and includes one year of funding and health insurance. Future funding is contingent on satisfactory progress and success in securing additional funds. For more information on the project funded through the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources, visit http://www.lccmr.leg.mn/projects/2017/work_plan_drafts/_2017_06e.pdf
Qualifications: PhD in natural resources, agriculture, ecology, or a closely related field with coursework in economics, or vice versa. The ideal applicant will have experience with GIS analysis, statistical techniques, and plant databases (e.g., EDDMapS, Forest Inventory and Analysis). Applicants should also have a strong work ethic, be able to work independently and cooperatively with researchers and analysts, and have demonstrated writing and quantitative capabilities. Application: Interested applicants should supply all application materials to the UMN Job Site. Review of applications will begin on 1 September 2017. Please submit a CV and cover letter to the position announcement at (Job ID 319117): https://www.myu.umn.edu/psp/psprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJO B.GBL? Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=319117 &PostingSeq=1 Contacts: For more information on this position, contact Dr. Matthew Russell (russe...@umn.edu).
