Employer Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences Oregon State University Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Applications are invited for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Scholar appointment to be held at the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences, Oregon State University. Primary research focus is developing quantitative decision-making tools for evaluating and prioritizing U.S. Bureau of Reclamation management actions and investments in the Klamath Basin focused on the conservation and recovery of various fish species and their habitats. Applicants must have completed all the requirements for their doctoral program (PhD or equivalent), with demonstrated research accomplishments, and publications in the primary research literature. Applicants should have the necessary skills and experience with sample design and the estimation of animal population parameters and should have interest and capabilities in the development of integrated approaches to estimating and modeling population dynamics and applying the results to decision making. The position will primarily involve data analysis and modeling with some potential for field research. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of James Peterson and will be part of an interagency and interdisciplinary team of stakeholders and researchers. The successful candidate must be able to work successfully in a team environment. Periodic travel to meet with collaborators or conduct field work with overnight stays will be required. Excellent command of the English language, quantitative analytical skills, and written and verbal communication skills are absolutely required. Special consideration will be given to candidates possessing one or more of the following knowledge and skills: spatial statistics, sampling design and estimation, and Bayesian modeling techniques. Job Field: Fisheries Wildlife Policy/Administrative Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Oregon State University Campus Corvallis OR 97331 Salary: Appointment: Appointments will be intended for a term of one (1) year, with the possibility for renewal of an additional year, based upon a satisfactory performance review. Salary ($65,000 – $70,000 year depending on qualifications) and full benefits will be commensurate with qualifications of the successful applicants. Start date is negotiable but no later than June 2025. Job Benefits: Details of post doctoral research scholar benefits can be found at the OSU website: https://gradschool.oregonstate.edu/postdocs/stipends-and-benefits Application Submission: Applications must include a complete personal resume with details of academic qualifications, electronic copies of two (2) representative scientific publications, and the names and contact information of three (3) individuals who have agreed to provide a personal and professional recommendation if requested. Email all applications to James Peterson at jt.peterson@oregonstate.edu.Deadline for applications: Applications will be accepted starting 1/17/2025 and will close on 05/15/2025 or until the position has been filled.Interviews: All applications will be acknowledged electronically; only those selected for consideration on a short list will be contacted and asked to provide letters of recommendation. Application Deadline: Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:00pm
