Position ID: | Cornell-Lab-ANIMALCOMMUNICATIONS [#15343, WDR-00021203] |
Position Title: | Animal Communications Specialist/Behavioral Ecologist(Lab of Ornithology) |
Position Type: | Non tenure-track faculty |
Position Location: | Ithaca, New York 14850, United States [map] |
Subject Areas: | Ecology / Conservation Biology Ornithology / Acoustics |
Appl Deadline: | 2019/12/02![]() |
Position Description: |
Animal Communication Specialist/Behavioral Ecologist Research Associate Johnson Center for
Birds and Biodiversity Cornell University Ithaca, New York The Center for Conservation Bioacoustics (CCB), within the Cornell Lab of Ornithology (Lab), collects and interprets sounds in nature by developing and applying innovative technologies across ecologically relevant scales to inspire and inform conservation of wildlife and habitats. In addition to conducting basic and applied research, CCB provides training and mentorship to students and researchers from around the world. The Animal Communication Specialist (ACS) will join the Lab’s academic community and work collaboratively to establish, contribute to, and implement the scientific and educational vision of CCB. Develop, conduct, and lead original research in the fields of animal communication and passive acoustic monitoring (PAM), with a focus on the study and conservation of African forest elephants.The ACS will assist the director of the Elephant Listening Project (ELP) and collaborate with the ELP team to execute and expand ongoing research and education initiatives as well as develop new directions of study and applied conservation. Collaborate with and advise scientists and research analysts in the analysis and interpretation of very large data sets, including development of innovative approaches to acoustic data analysis. Research activities will include detailed study of the communication system of African forest elephants. Design, develop, and implement PAM initiatives at the landscape scale and integrate multiple focus areas. Keep supervisor updated on ongoing progress and future research activities. The ACS will serve as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) of sponsored projects; monitor and report sponsored project status on a regular basis to the ELP director, CCB Assistant Director, and Lab Administration. Work collaboratively with other PIs within and external to the Lab to identify, seek, and secure funding to support CCB’s vision and strategic goals. The ACS will be required to acquire at least 25% of their salary in sponsored funding. Collaborate with CCB staff and external scientists on publishing methods and research in technical reports and peer-reviewed journals. Represent CCB and the Lab by attending and presenting at conferences, seminars, workshops, and meetings. This position travels to Africa a few times per year for extended periods of time. Key Responsibilities:
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To apply: Please apply via Academic Jobs On-line (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/15343). Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position, curriculum vitae, one example of publication and appendix code, the names and contact details for two references, and a statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion via the website.
Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified. For more information, please contact Peter Wrege (Phw2@cornell.edu). College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Life. Changing.
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