[SRM] Fw: [EXT]Postdoc opportunity in range and invasive species ecology

[Larry Howery]

   ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Austin Rutherford <arutherford at arizona.edu>To: "lhowery at ag.arizona.edu" <lhowery at ag.arizona.edu>Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 04:53:12 PM MSTSubject: Fwd: [EXT]Postdoc opportunity in range and invasive species ecology
 Hi Dr. Howery, 
I hope all is well. Do you mind forwarding the below post-doc opportunity to the SRM email list?
Much appreciated,
Austin

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From: Faist, Akasha <akasha.faist at mso.umt.edu>
Date: Tue, Sep 20, 2022 at 1:44 PM
Subject: [EXT]Postdoc opportunity in range and invasive species ecology
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Cc: Jacob Lucero <jelucero at tamu.edu>



External Email


Hello! 

Please see the below advertised post-doc opportunity in range and invasive species ecology that is now open at Texas A&M University.

Should you (or if you pass this along to someone) have any questions, you can contact Jacob Lucero directly atjelucero at tamu.edu.

Thanks so much!

Akasha

 

AKASHA M. FAIST

Assistant Professor

Department of Ecosystem and Conservation Sciences

W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation

 

 akasha.faist at umontana.edu

 

U N I V E R S I T Y  O F  M O N T A N A

 

 

 

From: Jacob Lucero <lucero.jacob.e at gmail.com> 
Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 1:33 PM
To: 
Subject: Postdoc opportunity in the Lucero lab -- please share?

 

Hi Friends,

 

I'm hiring a postdoc this fall/winter to study the ecology and management of invasive plant species in their native and non-native ranges.  Please pass this opportunity along to anyone who may be interested :)

 

Position details are pasted below, and here's the official job posting:

 

https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AgriLife_Research_External/job/College-Station-AL-RSCH/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate_R-054430

 

Thank you!

 

Best,

Jacob L.

 

 

 

 Position Summary

The Lucero lab at Texas A&M University seeks to hire a post-doctoral scholar to join a multi-institutional, international team to conduct original research on the ecology and management of invasive plant species.  This 2-year position is funded through a USDA-AFRI grant awarded to study the influence of biotic and abiotic factors on the assembly of communities invaded by Bromus tectorum(cheatgrass) in the native (Europe) and non-native (USA) ranges.  In addition to the focal project and dependent upon research interests, room for scientific exploration across multiple avenues of plant, soil, rangeland, and restoration ecology is possible and highly encouraged.

 

The position will be based out of the main campus of Texas A&M University in College Station, TX, USA, though working remotely may be possible.  This position offers benefits and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and available funds. 

 

Qualifications

Required

·      PhD in ecology, range science, environmental science, biology, or a similar natural resource-related field at the start of the position.  

·      Strong record of leading high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals.

·      Strong analytical and statistical skills for addressing complex ecological datasets.

·      Sound communication skills.

·      Self-motivation to work independently. 

·      Willingness/ability to travel to and work at domestic (USA) field sites. 

·      Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

·      Willingness to collaborate within and outside of the core research group.

·      Interest in working with the PI to apply for extramural research funding. 

·      Previous field research experience in dryland ecology.

·      Enthusiasm for working outside in arid and semi-arid western US climates.

 

Application

To apply, prepare the following materials: 1) a one-page cover letter summarizing qualifications and outlining research interests; 2) a comprehensive curriculum vitae including a full publication list; 3) unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts; 4) contact information for three references.  Submit applications to: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AgriLife_Research_External/job/College-Station-AL-RSCH/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate_R-054430

 

Review of applications will begin October 17, 2022 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.  Preferred start is January 1, 2023.

 

More information about the Lucero lab can be found here: https://jelucero0.wixsite.com/mysite

 




 

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Jacob E. Lucero

Assistant Professor

Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management

Texas A&M University
  
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