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Research Associate in Environmental Sciences
5 days agoPayCompetitive
LocationCharlottesville/Virginia
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: R0068841_1034dVEiWawv
Employer Industry: Environmental Sciences and Marine Research
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits for postdoctoral researchers
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Flexible work location, with options to work remotely and periodic travel
- Collaborative environment with mentorship from an interdisciplinary team of researchers
- Chance to contribute to significant research on oyster population dynamics and restoration efforts
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Develop oceanographic simulations and data-model comparisons to estimate demographic connectivity among oyster populations
- Use mathematical models to assess the effects of connectivity on oyster population growth and stability
- Predict the impact of reef restoration scenarios and climate change on oyster population dynamics
- Prepare and submit manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and workshops with restoration practitioners
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Ph.D. in ecology, environmental sciences, fisheries biology, oceanography, applied mathematics/statistics, or a related field
- Demonstrated quantitative skills, particularly in population or oceanographic modeling
- Proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., R or Matlab)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to publish original research
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with larval transport models; age-, stage-, or size-structured population models; or integral projection models
- Interest in interfacing with restoration practitioners and marine resource managers
- A strong motivation to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community
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