Postdoctoral Fellow - Climate Change Impact on Birds Job at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK

SlBVaytKeVlyYXJOcUVJTnFHVmVOWnRFUVE9PQ==
  • Oklahoma State University
  • Stillwater, OK

Job Description

The Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management in the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow.

Position Description
Funding is available for a two-year postdoctoral research position to work with Drs. Craig Davis and Scott Loss in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management (NREM) at Oklahoma State University. This position is funded through the South Central Climate Adaptation Science Center (SC-CASC) and will address research questions related to the impacts of climate change on migratory waterbirds and wetland habitats in the U.S. Great Plains region. The postdoc will lead work that expands on our previous research evaluating effects of changing precipitation regimes on wetland extent and migratory shorebird habitat use in the Great Plains. Specifically, the postdoctoral fellow will: (1) leverage existing datasets on waterbird habitat use and movements to project climate change effects on habitat for multiple groups of migratory waterbirds (e.g., ducks, geese, cranes); (2) help coordinate a survey study that evaluates perceptions about climate change and climate change adaptation practices among multiple stakeholder groups (state/federal biologists, Tribal nations, NGOs, private landowners); and (3) disseminate decision support tools that stakeholders can use to prioritize wetland management strategies that increase resilience of wetlands and waterbirds to climate change.

Well-qualified individuals with a strong quantitative modeling background, experience working with large data sets, and research interests in climate effects on avian species and their habitat are encouraged to apply. Experience with social science surveys is also beneficial but not required. In addition to collaborating with Drs. Davis and Loss, the postdoc will collaborate with an interdisciplinary research team that includes: Dr. Omkar Joshi (a social scientist in NREM); 1-2 OSU graduate students funded on the same project; ecologists with U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, North Dakota State University, Kansas Fish and Wildlife Cooperative Research Unit, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville; and project stakeholders and partners with a variety of state, federal, and tribal agencies.

Salary Information
Salary for this postdoctoral fellow position is $60,000/yr plus benefits excluding retirement; funding is also available for travel to meet with collaborators and present at scientific conferences.

Qualifications
Required qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in ecology, conservation biology, natural resource management, or a related field; demonstrated experience conducting research that results in peer-reviewed publications; strong quantitative analysis skills including past experience managing and analyzing large data sets; strong written and oral communications skills; and a strong record of successfully leading and participating in collaborative team research.

Tagged as: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

CPP- Syracuse

Aerospace Manufacturing and Production 1st Shift (Entry Level) - Full Time Opportunities! Job at CPP- Syracuse

Manufacturing and Production Entry Level Positions - 1st Shift If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial...  ...workers throughout our facility on 1st shift to join our aerospace team! $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates/5% Bonus program... 

Talence Group LLC

Chief Executive Officer or Chief Operations Officer Job at Talence Group LLC

 ...newsletter on our website Talence Group and follow us on LinkedIn - Talence Group page . Sincerely, The Talence Group Team Executive Search Consultants & Recruiters Executive Search: Were a full-service recruiting partner that fills key executive and... 

Euronique

Carpenter - Cabinet Maker Job at Euronique

We are looking for a responsible and hard-working 1st Shift Bench Carpenter / Cabinet Maker- a "true craftsman" who takes pride in their work. Our ideal applicant would have 2 years of previous carpentry / finishing experience - but we can teach the right individual... 

Houston Methodist Academic Institute

Patient Recruitment and Data Specialist - Takashima Lab (Hiring Immediately) Job at Houston Methodist Academic Institute

 ...reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. **EDUCATION** * Bachelors degree **WORK EXPERIENCE** * Four years of research experience **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED** * NA **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS... 

Accend Services

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Job at Accend Services

 ...Overview We are seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our growing and passionate team of mental health providers. The behavior analyst is responsible for developing and directing behavior management plans/interventions for children with Autism...