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Description
Desert Spring Ecology: A post-doctoral position is available immediately
through the Biological Resource Research Center at the University of
Nevada, Reno. The candidate will work on research projects and adaptive
management of spring ecosystems in the Spring Mountains in accordance
with goals set by the Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) of
Clark County, Nevada. The overall objective of the project is
quantitatively to assess the effects of feral horses, burros, and elk on
spring and upland ecosystems, and to suggest management actions to
mitigate effects deemed dangerous for native biota. Work will include
oversight of biodiversity monitoring of springs and uplands,
experimental design and implementation (including horse/burro/elk
exclusion), analysis of resulting datasets, and preparation of oral and
written reports.
Applicants should have completed a Ph.D. in Ecology,
Conservation Biology, Wildlife Biology, or a related area of study.
Applicants should be well versed in experimental design and statistics,
and be comfortable working with large datasets. Familiarity with Mojave
Desert/Great Basin ecosystems, especially with respect to riparian plant
and invertebrate communities would be advantageous. Research will be
conducted under Drs. C. Richard Tracy and Dennis D. Murphy. Funding is
anticipated for at least 1-2 years.
Interested applicants should send an
email to Dr. C. Richard Tracy including a
letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. When applying, please say you saw this announcement on Green Dream Jobs.