Position Summary
The Research Associate (Post-doc) will work on a project on evaluating the ecology, control strategies, and pathways of invasive red swamp crayfish in Michigan. Additionally, the candidate will evaluate existing data on invasion pathways for invasive crayfishes, with the ultimate goal of helping to establish critical monitoring locations. The project team currently sustains a databse of five years of crayfish trapping data and is executing crayfish eradication efforts in several locations. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate closely with project collaborators at the Michigan DNR, in addition to several other local, federal, and tribal partners to identify and answer key research questions, assist with project development, planning, and execution. This is a dynamic project with an enthusiastic team of collaborators, with room for intellectual flexibility. The successful candidate will be expected to publish results from analyses in peer-reviewed journals and project reports.
This is a one-year position with expected start date of October 1, 2023.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Fisheries and Wildlife or related field
Minimum Requirements
The candidate must possess knowledge equivalent to a Doctoral degree in Fisheries and Wildlife or a related field. Up to six months or related and progressively more work experience with quantitative methods in fisheries or ecology including statistical and simulation model methods. Experience with statistical modeling software such as R, Matlab, and GIS platforms.
Desired Qualifications
Demonstrated excellence in quantitative methodologies, including published articles in peer-reviewed journals; experience with population analyses and/or risk assessments; experience with spatial datasets; experience with wild populations of crayfish or other decapod crustaceans (i.e. NOT aquaculture); experience analyzing catch data; desire to work with a collaborative team that includes federal, state, and tribal natural resource agencies; demonstrated ability to communicate research results to a variety of audiences including the general public; desire to engage in outreach activities with natural resource agencies and the general public.
Required Application Materials
CV, letter of interest, and names and contact information for 3-5 references
Review of Applications Begins On
04/17/2023
Website
https://www.canr.msu.edu/fw/
Department Statement
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife was established in 1950 with faculty drawn from several different units. Since that time, both the faculty and the issues of importance in fisheries and wildlife have changed significantly. Our Mission, Vision, and Values build on our core strengths and prepare us for continuing change in societal needs, scientific understanding, and educational priorities. Our Mission is to build local, national, and international capacities to conserve ecosystems that support fish, wildlife, and society through integrated programs in research, education, and engagement. We believe a diverse, inclusive working and learning environment enriches the department and fosters innovation in teaching, research, and engagement with partners and the public.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
