Position ID: | Cornell-Department of Natural Resources and the Environment-BERDPD [#19367, WDR-00027660] |
Position Title: | Postdoctoral Associate |
Position Type: | Postdoctoral |
Position Location: | Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] |
Subject Area: | Environmental / Environment |
Appl Deadline: | 2021/11/11 11:59PM finished (2021/08/30, finished 2022/05/14) |
Position Description: |
CONSERVATION, APEX PREDATORS, DEER,
AND PEOPLE
POSITION:
Post-Doctoral Associate
STARTING
DATE: 1 January 2022, or as soon as possible
LOCATION:
Blossey lab group, Department
of Natural Resources and the Environment,
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853 Effective immediately, all new Cornell hires, regardless of work location, must be fully vaccinated with an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption by December 8, 2021, or before their start date if after December 8. BACKGROUND: Large ungulate populations threaten
forest regeneration and many rare or declining species of plants, birds, and
small mammals. For over a decade, the
Blossey lab at Cornell University has developed novel ways to assess direct and
indirect deer impacts using a multiple stressor framework that incorporates
sentinel plant species and long-term demographic approaches. We are now
expanding our work to assess whether presence of apex predators (wolves,
cougars, or bears) can reverse negative deer impacts. We aim to explore direct
impacts on primary producers as well as potential indirect effects on species
at different trophic levels. Managing invasive species, predators, and
ungulates for conservation will require buy-in and acceptance of people
affected by management activities. A significant portion of the work we
envision will therefore involve development of quantitative social science
experiments to probe attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, and policy preferences as
it pertains to conservation. We are looking for a post-doctoral associate to
join our team to develop new experimental approaches, assist in analyses of
existing long-term datasets, and explore the social dimensions of predator
restoration and deer management. The
position is funded for 3 years and is based in Ithaca, New York. Field work
will be conducted in New York State and approximately 10-20% in northern
Wisconsin.
QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for a broadly trained
individual with strong quantitative skills who is interested in conservation
and interactions that involve different trophic levels, multiple stressors, and
people. The successful candidate will lead
or participate in a mix of field work, analyses of existing long-term datasets,
and development of social science projects. The position requires active engagement
with graduate students, local municipalities, and management agencies. We
expect excellent writing skills addressing both scientific and professional
audiences, and interest in applying research results to conservation, management
practices, teaching, and extension.
·
Ph.D.,
including training in and experience of methods the position requires · Demonstrated
capacity for independent, critical thinking, intellectual leadership and
ability to publish ·
Evidence
of ability to work collaboratively and independently
APPLICATION PROCEDURE All
components of the application must be submitted through Academic Jobs Online:
(ajo link). Interested applicants should submit: a cover letter (2-3 pages)
outlining qualifications, experience for the position (considering the background
and desirable qualifications), a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact
information of three references. Inquiries about position specifics can be
directed to Dr. Bernd Blossey (bb22@cornell.edu). Review of applications will
begin 30 September 2021. A statement of contribution to
diversity, equity, and inclusion is also required, please submit your
application via Academic Jobs Online at the following link: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19367
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces
diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports
students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly
encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to
apply.
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