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Post-Doctoral Researcher of Forest/Avian Ecology

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University, Huntsville, AL, United States


Salary:

$47,300.00 - $60,200.00 Annually
Location :

Normal
Job Type:

Full-Time
Job Number:

202300074
Department:

Biological & Evironmental Sciences
Opening Date:

10/27/2023

Description
Summary:

Alabama A&M University (AAMU)'s Forestry, Ecology, and Wildlife Program invites applications, especially from women and underrepresented groups, for the position of Post-Doctoral Scientist of Forest and/or Avian Ecology. This is a 12-month appointment funded through USDA for the collaborate research of USDA Forest Service, Tennessee State University, and AAMU. We seek a candidate committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and experienced in field research, professional publication, interactions with partners, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Conducting forest and/or avian ecology research at Bankhead National Forest.
Supervising graduate and undergraduate students working on the project
Interacting with partners including federal and state agencies, private land owners, and university faculty and students.
Developing proposals for continuing or new projects
Developing and management research database, performing statistically analysis, and develop manuscripts for publications.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):

Ph.D in forestry, ecology, wildlife, biology, natural resources, a closely related discipline, emphasizing field-based terrestrial or wildlife ecology and forest ecosystems management.
A valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

We seek a candidate committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and field-based research.
Experience with statistical software such as SAS, SPSS, or R.
Experience with GIS and remote sensing software and data process.
Forest and/or avian related data collection and process procedures and techniques. History of success in publishing in peer-reviewed professional journals.
Ability to collaborate with others in interdisciplinary projects and engage in outreach to landowners, managers, and other stakeholders.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page at
01

Do you have a Ph.D. in forestry, ecology, wildlife, biology, natural resources, a closely related discipline, emphasizing field-based terrestrial or wildlife ecology and forest ecosystems management?

Yes
No

02

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Yes
No

Required Question