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Job Description
The Leger and Parchman labs within the Department of Biology at the University of Nevada, Reno are recruiting a postdoctoral scientist to work collaboratively on initiating a genetic management plan for plants used in ecological restoration, rehabilitation, and reclamation, focusing on the western US. Because plant species differ in evolutionary history, distribution, degree of local adaptation, ease of seed collection or agricultural production, and restoration methods, there is no “one size fits all” approach to seed source decisions that will work for all plant species or all restoration projects. With this project, we plan to create the scaffolding needed to consider how to best collect, preserve, and deploy plants with different evolutionary histories and life history characteristics, for different uses. This project will involve collaboration with researchers in state and federal agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station (RMRS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), or U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), state wildlife agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations. A candidate with a background in ecological or molecular genetics, experience in ecological restoration or native plant ecology, strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills will be needed to effectively communicate information to a diverse background of people representing the restoration community.
Initial work will be to outline and describe the ideal format and content of a genetic management plan, using literature reviews and conversations with agency personnel, researchers, and seed growers. We envision developing multiple case studies using focal species and real-life restoration scenarios, and using these case studies to facilitate discussion about the types of decisions that managers might make under different circumstances. These discussions could happen at a virtual meeting, where the post-doctoral researcher would facilitate discussion among scientists, or could happen as one-on-one discussions with agency personnel and genetic researchers. We expect a peer-reviewed publication to come from this work, along with a working guide for managers; there are also opportunities to collaborate in ongoing research in the Leger and Parchman labs, as well as opportunities to develop side-projects related to ecological restoration or restoration genetics. Ultimately, our goal is to begin to create a framework to inform the genetically responsible collection, agricultural increase, and use of native seeds based on the best available science.
This is a full-time, two-year position offered at an annual salary of up to $57,000, and the selected candidate will work in a friendly and collaborative environment at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biology, Ecology, or related field by time of appointment, and experience in ecological restoration, ecological or molecular genetics, or native plant ecology. Degree must have been received in the last five years.
Compensation Grade
Postdoctoral Scholar
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules
- Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Total Compensation
The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with many other benefits. For more information, please visit:
UNR Benefits
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.
Dual Career Assistance Program
Contact Information: Beth Jacobsen at 775-682-8787 or
jacobsenb@unr.edu
Exempt : Yes
Full-Time Equivalent : 100.0%
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Attach the following attachments to your application
1) Resume/CV
2) Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three Professional References
Posting Close Time
This posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior.
Posting Close Date
11/4/2022
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