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Postdoc associate
Job Description
- Agency
- Oklahoma State University
- Location
- Stillwater, OK
- Job Category
- Full time Positions
- Salary
- 50K
- Start Date
- 09/01/2023
- Last Date to Apply
- 11/01/2023
- Description
- The Zhang Lab in the Department of Integrative Biology at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, is keen to recruit a postdoctoral associate to work on an NSF funded project. Our project aims to develop mechanistic models for seasonal avian migration to understand if migrating animals can adjust their migration routes and schedules to track key resources even as the phenology of these resources shifts with climate change. We look for a candidate with experience and research interest in analyzing large dataset (such as using machine learning-based algorithms) and building mechanistic models (such as agent-based model). This project will collaborate with Dr. Adrian Lam (Ohio State University), Lu Zhai and Scott Loss (Oklahoma State University). Further information on Zhang lab can be found here: http://bozhangophelia.weebly.com/index.html
- Qualifications
- 1. Tasks: The primary responsibility of the successful candidate is to 1. leverage remote sensing data on spring green-up across the Western Hemisphere with population level migration data for bird species from eBird database, for parameter estimation and model result comparison. 2. Develop agent-based models to predict of how migratory animals determine their routes and timing in response to environmental cues, and how those can be affected by climate change. 2. Qualifications: Applicants should hold a PhD in quantitative biology, or theoretical ecology or similar field, particularly with research experience on analyzing large-scale datasets. The candidate should be capable of working independently and collaboratively, has excellent writing skills, and a demonstrated desire and ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals. 3. Time Frame: Initial appointment will be for one year, with possibility to extend to two years based on performance. Start date is flexible (preferred to start in Fall 2023), and the position is available immediately. The selected candidate will need to meet all hiring requirements, including a background check, prior to the start date. The workplace will be in Stillwater, OK. 4. Salary/Benefit: Salary ($50K per year) and benefits are available for 12 months. Some travel funds will be available attend professional conferences. 5. Applications: Submit a personal statement of application describing your background and experiences as they relate to this position, a CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references to Prof. Bo Zhang: bozhang@okstate.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. About Oklahoma State University Oklahoma State University is classified as R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The university is a land grant institution with an enrollment of about 25,000 students located midway between Tulsa and Oklahoma City. The Department of Integrative Biology takes an integrative approach to research in organismal biology, focusing on increasing our knowledge of organisms and their environments through studies ranging from the molecular to the ecosystem levels. We have a friendly and collegial department with a very active graduate student community. Our faculty work in areas of ecology, evolution, behavior, physiology, and ecotoxicology. https://integrativebiology.okstate.edu/ Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu.
- Contact Person
- Bo Zhang
- Contact eMail
- bozhang@okstate.edu
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