The University of Liverpool invites applications for the post of postdoctoral research associate in spatial ecology modelling.
Given the global challenge of climate change, conservation planning needs a new foundation of methods, able to cope with rapidly changing environments and species, and to make robust recommendations under high uncertainty.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
This project offers a unique opportunity for a quantitative scientist to apply their existing skills in a new context, as well as receiving intensive training in the methods used by Dr. Hodgson and her international collaborators.
Objectives
To conduct a global meta-analytic study of how habitat fragmentation affects population dynamics and to build robust models of where species and communities are likely to persist, with a new bottom-up method that exploits the strengths of a variety of data sources.
The candidate will thus play a central role in the project ‘Robust Conservation for a Dynamic World’, funded by UKRI with Dr. Hodgson in a Future Leaders Fellowship position, and with multidisciplinary collaborators across 6 research institutions.
Requirements
A pro-active team member who will become increasingly independent over time.
The ideal candidate will stand out for their quantitative skills and the insight to build an efficient model to address a scientific question.
These skills may have been developed in any scientific field. It would also be a great advantage to have experience in analysing satellite imagery, as well as a strong interest in and aptitude for ecology.
Candidate should have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in a relevant, quantitative discipline including biological, geographical or environmental sciences.
Duration
The post is available for 3 years. Certain patterns of part-time working ca be considered, subject to logistical and grant duration constraints.
How to Apply
Apply online-> Liverpool.ac.uk
