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Agency

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Location

Las Vegas, NV USA

Job Category

Staff

Salary

TBD

Start Date

05/31/2023

Last Date to Apply

05/31/2023

Website

https://unlv-ecohydrology.mystrikingly.com/

Description

I am recruiting a Lab Manager or Postdoctoral Associate who is interested in helping our lab improve understanding of dryland ecological systems and their uncertain future. Candidates with a master's degree or Ph.D. will be considered - we want the best person regardless of their academic rank. Our lab develops novel and actionable insight on the climate-driven dynamics of dryland ecosystems. We have a wide variety of projects, including (but not limited to): (1) field research exploring the survival and mortality of ponderosa pine seedlings; (2) microclimate and ecohydrological assessment of Mojave Desert shrublands at the Gemini solar project; and (3) aridification pathways of dryland ecosystems. The successful candidate will facilitate one or more of these projects alongside collaborators in academia and the federal government, and will co-design a mentoring plan that will help them refine their skills as a scientific professional. This position will be housed within the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (https://www.unlv.edu/lifesciences). UNLV is a Carnegie R1 research university, and is one of the most diverse campuses in the nation. In addition to nightlife, dining and entertainment options, Las Vegas offers extensive year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, a ski area, and easy access to ten US National Parks and the Pacific Ocean. Please contact me if you have any questions!

Qualifications

Multiple years of funding are available for this position. Interested candidates should email me (matthew.petrie@unlv.edu) a letter of interest, a 1-3 page research statement, and the contact information for 2-3 references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The start date for this position is flexible (optimally spring or summer, 2023). Qualifications: – Ph.D. or master's degree in a STEM field – Demonstrated ability to collaborate on or lead research projects and publications – Quantitative skills, including experience using R or similar software – Interest in and enthusiasm for ecological research – Quality writing skills – Outdoor data collection experience – Good decisionmaking and practical skills – A clean driving record

Contact Person

Dr. Matthew Petrie

Contact eMail

matthew.petrie@unlv.edu

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