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POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Global Change Biology


Location: Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

Application Closing Date: For full consideration apply by March 1, 2010

Position Summary: The Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society is recruiting for a full time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Research Associate Post Doc position. The focus of this study is to develop species distribution models for terrestrial birds at regional and continental scales in North America. Co-supervised by an interdisciplinary team of computer scientists, spatial and behavioral ecologists, the incumbent will utilize computer-based and mathematical modeling to examine interacting effects of land-use and climate change on patterns and rates of change in species distribution. The work is funded by National Science Foundation’s Cyber-enabled discovery and innovation (CDI) program and will be conducted in conjunction with projects at OSU involving the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the Andrews Experimental Forest and Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) site, Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest and LTER, and the US Forest Service Laboratory for Applications in Remote Sensing and Ecology.

Required Qualifications: (1) A Ph.D. in ecology or a related discipline (2) A strong publication record, particularly in the field of animal ecology and climate change (3) Strong quantitative skills (4) A working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing applications (5) Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Employment conditions: Full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, fixed term position.

To Apply: When applying, upload 1) letter of application with statement of interest; 2) curriculum vitae (resume); 3) three examples of your publications; and 4) contact information for 3 references including names, email addresses, and telephone numbers. To view complete posting and apply, go to Posting 0005221.

For additional information: Contact Dr. Matthew Betts (phone 541-737-3841, email matthew.betts@oregonstate.edu), Dr. Julia Jones (phone 541-737-1244, email jonesj@geo.oregonstate.edu), or Dr. Weng-Keen Wong (phone 541-737-4544, email wong@eecs.oregonstate.edu)

For questions regarding the application process, please contact: Jeannette Harper, Email: jeannette.harper@oregonstate.edu; phone: 541-737-6554.

POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Forest Ecologist/Silviculturist


Location: Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

Application Closing Date: For full consideration apply by March 1, 2010

Position Summary: Coordinate, develop, and implement study plan for cooperative research with the US Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station, examining the integrated effects of forest management treatments and climate variation on forest vegetation, stream habitats, and headwater amphibians in western Oregon. Develop quantitative models examining multivariate associations among forest stand and stream characteristics, and to project potential future conditions with alternative forest management and climate scenarios. In conjunction with the PIs, develop research questions, implement data management and database development, and statistical analyses to address these questions, and interpret the results. Cooperate with other researchers to facilitate related research activities. Perform literature search, write up progress reports, and participate in the preparation of publications.

Employment conditions: Full-time (1.0 FTE) 12-month, fixed term position.

To Apply: When applying, upload 1) letter of application with statement of interest; 2) curriculum vitae (resume); 3) examples of your publications if available; 4) unofficial copies of transcripts; and 5) contact information for 3 references including names, email addresses, and telephone numbers. To view complete posting and apply, go to Posting 0005169.

For additional information: Contact Dr. Klaus Puettmann, Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society, 541-737-8974. Email: klaus.puettmann@oregonstate.edu.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact: Jeannette Harper, Email: jeannette.harper@oregonstate.edu; phone: 541-737-6554.