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The Patuxent Wildlife Research Center seeks a postdoctoral research associate to investigate inference methods for estimation of amphibian abundance, occurrence, and associated dynamics. Three focal research areas are anticipated. The first involves experiments dealing with sources of variation in auditory detection probabilities for surveys of vocalizing anurans. The experiments will be conducted in collaboration with researchers at North Carolina State University, using a radio system developed specifically for investigations of auditory survey methods. The second area involves development of inference methods for occupancy studies in which false positive detections (vocalization detected but species mis-identified) occur. The third focal area involves the development of hierarchical models for epidemiological studies of temporal and spatial dynamics of amphibian diseases. The successful applicant will be based at Patuxent Wildlife Research Center.

Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in quantitative ecology or biostatistics.
2. Knowledge of, or interest in, amphibian ecology.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to facilitate a collaborative research environment and dissemination of results in scientific outlets.

Benefits

The salary range is approximately $50,000 - $70,000 depending on qualifications and other factors. This is a two-year time-limited appointment with potential for extension based on the scope of the applicant’s interests and contingent on funding.

Application

Send CV with names and contact information for three potential references to Evan Grant (ehgrant@usgs.gov) and/or Jim Nichols (jnichols@usgs.gov). We encourage applicants to submit materials by June 26, 2009.