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Ecological Statistician
at YERC in Montana
Yellowstone Ecological Research Center (YERC) is seeking an ecological statistician. The position will focus on analysis and integration of ecological datasets for forecasting organismic responses to changing landscape conditions within selected populations inhabiting the northern Rocky Mountain ecoregion, Alaska, and the coterminous US. The majority of the position’s tasks will focus on integrating demographic datasets with covariates derived from digital data sources including remotely sensed imagery and GIS layers. Demonstrated familiarity with multi-model inference, spatial ecology, and statistical methodology statistics is required. Successful candidates will have experience in the design of sampling protocols for field-based ecological data collections, as well as the ability to successfully integrate newly acquired datasets with legacy data of varying quality. The research will work across various computer software platforms including ArcGIS, ENVI, and R, and programming experience in these environments (e.g., IDL, VB, Python, especially R) is desirable.
Knowledge and Experience
Traditional training in statistical methods with a sound understanding of alternative approaches.
Demonstrated experience in spatial statistical analyses
Demonstrated training and experience in predictive modeling, spatial and/or landscape ecology or other related discipline
Experience in handling, managing, QAQC, and analysis of large temporal and spatial scale ecological datasets
Geographic Information Systems
Demonstrated ability to write both technical and non-technical summaries of analyses conducted, and to provide explanations of the same to specialists and non-specialists within a research and educational setting.
Aptitude for dissemination of results at scientific professional conferences and in peer-reviewed literature
A complete application will include a cover letter with statement of research interests and experience, CV, reprints of up to 3 recent publications, academic transcripts (copies acceptable), and contact information for 3 references.
All application materials should be sent to: Dr. Bob Crabtree, Research Associate Professor, University of Montana and Chief Scientist, YERC, 2048 Analysis Drive, Suite B, Bozeman, MT 59718. Or email application materials to: tarum@yellowstoneresearch.org. Full description available at: www.yellowstoneresearch.org
Timing and duration: The position is available immediately and is funded for one year with the possibility of extension for additional years. Review of completed applications is expected to begin August 15, 2009, and continue until a suitable applicant fills the position.
Compensation: The position will be funded at a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Knowledge and Experience
Traditional training in statistical methods with a sound understanding of alternative approaches.
Demonstrated experience in spatial statistical analyses
Demonstrated training and experience in predictive modeling, spatial and/or landscape ecology or other related discipline
Experience in handling, managing, QAQC, and analysis of large temporal and spatial scale ecological datasets
Geographic Information Systems
Demonstrated ability to write both technical and non-technical summaries of analyses conducted, and to provide explanations of the same to specialists and non-specialists within a research and educational setting.
Aptitude for dissemination of results at scientific professional conferences and in peer-reviewed literature
A complete application will include a cover letter with statement of research interests and experience, CV, reprints of up to 3 recent publications, academic transcripts (copies acceptable), and contact information for 3 references.
All application materials should be sent to: Dr. Bob Crabtree, Research Associate Professor, University of Montana and Chief Scientist, YERC, 2048 Analysis Drive, Suite B, Bozeman, MT 59718. Or email application materials to: tarum@yellowstoneresearch.org. Full description available at: www.yellowstoneresearch.org
Timing and duration: The position is available immediately and is funded for one year with the possibility of extension for additional years. Review of completed applications is expected to begin August 15, 2009, and continue until a suitable applicant fills the position.
Compensation: The position will be funded at a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Published at 07-08-2009
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