Post Doc - Altizer Lab

Post Doc - Altizer Lab

Position Details
Posting Number - G/R33442P
Working Title - Post Doc - Altizer Lab
Department - CAES-Entomology
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Duties/Responsibilities
Design and develop research project, assemble, analyze and interpret data focused on monarch butterfly distributions and ecology in the southeastern United States. Data sets include: iNaturalist, JourneyNorth, Monarch Health, Monarch Larva Monitoring Project. Methods also include analysis of BluMorpho+ solar-powered tracking data from tags deployed in the southeastern U.S.
Prepare written and oral communication of research findings. Develop one or more papers for scholarly journals, conference presentations, outreach newsletters, social media and other outlets.
Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate students in research and data analysis methods, developing scientific communication skills, and professional networking.
Assist PI in drafting grant proposals and securing funding for ongoing projects, including applications for postdoctoral fellowships from NSF and other agencies.
Engage in lab-related activities, including lab meetings, insect husbandry, greenhouse work, organizing supplies, research compliance and ethics.
Co-teach one or more undergraduate courses, including ENTO3010: Bees, Beekeeping and Pollinator Conservation. Serve as co-instructor of record, develop lectures and active learning exercises, assist with student evaluation assignments and exams.
Position Information
Classification Title - Post-Doctoral Associate AC
FLSA
UGA Job Code
FTE - 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
The postdoctoral research and teaching associate will conduct research in the Department of Entomology under the mentorship of PI Altizer. Research will leverage existing community science data on monarch butterfly occurrence, host plant distributions, and infection status to understand monarch distribution across North America, with particular focus on the Southeastern US. The researcher will develop related research questions in collaboration with lab members and seek additional funding. Additional responsibilities include co-teaching one or more undergraduate Entomology courses, mentoring undergraduate and graduate researchers in lab, and developing outreach opportunities that engage the community in monarch and pollinator conservation.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position - The candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in Entomology- Previous experience working with insects in the field.- Previous experience with data analysis and writing scholarly papers- Energetic and self-driven.- Highly motivated, dependable, and teamwork oriented
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands - Driving as needed to perform job duties.- Lift 30 pounds
Is this a Position of Trust? - No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? - No
Does this position require a P-Card? - No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? - No
Is driving a requirement of this position? - Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? - No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) - No
Background Investigation Policy - Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Contact Information

Recruitment Contact
Contact Details - For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name - Dr. Sonia Altizer
Recruitment Contact Email - saltizer@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone
Applicant Documents

Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Optional Documents