Deadline: Mon, 04/10/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: University of Tennessee - NIMBioS / EEB Job Field: GIS/Technology Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Tennessee Location Detail: Knoxville Job Description: We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher to join an interdisciplinary team researching the vulnerability of species to climate and land use change and how consideration of these factors should inform conservation strategies. The post-doc will join a team researching these issues in a set of projects focused on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in the central and southern Appalachians and the Southeastern U.S. more broadly. Qualifications: Appointed individuals will have a PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., ecology, environmental science, geography, statistics, computer science). Excellent quantitative and statistical skills and experience with GIS and spatial data are essential. Experience with species distribution modeling / ecological niche modeling is desirable as is experience with one of either land use change modeling, modeling of aquatic systems or spatial optimization in conservation. The post-doc will liaise with stakeholders drawn from policy and practice as well as researchers from other disciplines (economics, governance, computer sciences) and excellent communication skills are essential. Experience with scientific writing and publishing are essential. Miscellaneous: Funding for the position is available for up to 2 years. The successful appointees will be based in the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis and Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The post-doc will work closely with research groups managed by Paul Armsworth, Mona Papes and Xingli Giam. Salary: TBD Benefits: A benefits package will be offered to the candidate. How to Apply: Applications should be submitted online at https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/ut_system/jobdetail.ftl?job=230000008Y&lang=en and should include: 1) A cover letter 2) A CV 3) and contact information for two references Applications will start being reviewed on February 27th, 2023, with the position staying open until filled
