Postdoc in Wildlife Population Ecology
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Job Summary
Position Title:
Postdoc in Wildlife Population EcologyAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary work will involve the analysis and publication of tracking data on Arctic shorebirds (tagged at Utqiaǵvik Alaska and in Iowa) and a long-term dataset on Mountain Plovers in Montana (1995 to present); other bird/wildlife datasets will be explored as there is time and interest. Some of the data have been analyzed and partially written up providing opportunities for multiple near-term manuscript submissions. The postdoc will be housed in NREM and will work with collaborators in Alaska.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
An earned Ph.D. at the time of appointment in Wildlife Ecology Conservation Biology or a related natural resource discipline excellent quantitative skills and demonstrated scientific writing/publishing experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
A background in population or community ecology.
Proficiency in R programming.
Experience with software programs such as MARK and DISTANCE.
Experience managing large databases.
Experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management is dedicated to the understanding effective management and sustainable use of our renewable natural resources through the land-grant missions of teaching research and extension.
Department Unit/Website:
Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management
Proposed Start Date:
June 1 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
February 11 2026Posting Close Date:
March 11 2026Job Requisition Number:
R18621
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