mercredi 10 juin 2009

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Long term study of the Florida Scrub-Jay

I am searching for an individual to become an integral partner in a long-term study of the Florida Scrub-Jay.
The position is funded (NSF) for three years and is to begin in August 2009 (start date is flexible). It provides a competitive salary plus generous benefits. Duties for approximately 5 months (January - June) per year include field work and oversight of a field crew at Archbold Biological Station in south-central Florida: onsite housing is provided. The research associate will be encouraged to develop an independent project within the general theme of the project. The successful applicant will be based in the Department of Biology at the University of Memphis for the balance of the year. During this time, the research associate will have considerable flexibility in how he/she spends their time, although data analysis and publication preparation are expected. The successful applicant will have a PhD, demonstrated expertise in avian biology, field experience (preferably field endocrine techniques), and a strong interest in the links between physiology, ecology, and behavior. Applicants should submit a cover letter stating their qualifications and research interests, curriculum vitae, and complete contact information (include e-mail address and telephone number) for three references. Send applications via standard mail or E-mail (preferred) to Dr. Stephan J. Schoech, Department of Biology, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152. (EM: sschoech@memphis.edu). Telephone: 901.678.2327. Feel free to contact me (SJS) for further information. Review of applications will begin immediately.

The University of Memphis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action university.